They were also tools to spread the message of Islam in a non-confrontational way. These nasheeds were a way for people to turn towards their Lord in joyful celebration, rather than stringent routine. Throughout the decades and civilizations of Islam, the vocal tradition, sometimes known as nasheed or devotional songs, were penned as a way of celebrating and giving thanks to Allah for the message of Islam, as well as for the Messenger himself. The people come running, and they burst out into this song:
Before long, they hear a man on his rooftop calling out, telling them that he sees two men on the horizon. One day, they set out and wait all morning, then retire in the blazing midday heat. Every day, they have gone to the outskirts of the city to watch and wait. Picture this scene: for days, the people of Medina have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of the Prophet. It is a beautiful expression of love and yearning for the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. Tala’al Badru Alayna (The Full Moon Rose Over Us) is the oldest nasheed recorded in the Islamic tradition.
