The First Call In Madinah 

Seerat's Club 1st event of Cycle 2 was held on 31st January '26, from Asar to Maghrib, at Shafqat Masjid. The session focused on the early days after Hijrah, with special emphasis on the establishment of the call to prayer.

The event began with an orientation for children, introducing the monthly format of Seerat Club & a reminder that Seerat is not only a historical narrative, but a guide for everyday life.

The discussion then transitioned to a relatable theme—responding to invitations. Children shared how they prepare eagerly for invitations such as sports days or weddings. This comparison was used to highlight the most important invitation of all: the exclusive, one-to-one meeting with Allah, which we are invited to 5 times a day through the Azaan. 

The session then moved into Seerat, exploring the first steps taken by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ upon arriving in Madinah. The discussion emphasized the construction of Masjid-e-Nabwi. As the discussion continued, children were asked how people could be mobilized towards prayer. Various suggestions—such as using bells or other signals—were discussed and compared to practices of other faiths, helping children understand why the Azaan was divinely chosen as a unique and powerful call. Basic etiquettes of listening to and responding to the Azaan, as well as conduct after it, were also discussed.

Following this, an Azaan Recitation Competition was held, where children delivered splendid performances. The competition was evaluated by a respected panel of judges including Qari Saeed (Shafqat Masjid), Maulana Obaidullah (Masjid-e-Ibrahim, Ph 4,DHA) & Qari Shoaib (General Secretary Sindh, Jamiat-ul-Qura).  Prizes were distributed to top 3 kids for 3 different age categories 

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