Bilal al-Habashi - Inspiration for Muslim writers, muezzins Prophet Muhammed had appointed freed slave with dark complexion, melodious voice to recite first call to prayer Seleshi Tessema | 03.06. ...

Bilal Ibn Rabah al-Habashi was a loyal Sahabah (companion) of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and one of the first converts of Islam. Bilal was also the first muezzin (caller to prayer).