The day of Jumu‘ah (Friday) is held sacred by Muslims. It came in a Hadith Al-Sharif as follows:

“The best day on which the sun rises is Friday. Adam Aleyhisselam was created that day, he was put in Jannah (Paradise) that day and he was taken out of Jannah that day. Doomsday will come only on a Friday.”

Muslims regard Friday as a weekly Eid (festival) and are encouraged to give extra care to cleanliness on this day. For this reason, taking a Ghusl bath before Jumu‘ah Salah, applying pleasant fragrance, and wearing clean clothes is Sunnah and considered among the good manners of Islam.

On this blessed day, Muslims gather in masjids (mosques), listen to the Khutbah (sermon), perform Salah, and make Dua collectively, presenting their needs to the Creator. This gathering fosters unity, strengthens Islamic brotherhood, and builds a sense of community. After Salah, Muslims may continue their worship, visit friends and relatives, engage in trade, or take part in other permissible activities.

Historically, until the caliphate of Hadhrat Uthman (Radhiyallahu Anhu), the Adhan was only called once, when the khatib ascended the minbar. However, due to the growing number of Muslims during his governance, a second Adhan was introduced outside the masjid to notify people of the prayer time. This came to be known as the “exterior Adhan.”

In conclusion, Muslims are encouraged to value every blessed moment of Friday by engaging in Salah, Dua, and other acts of worship, making the most of this sacred day rather than wasting its opportunities.