Iqamah refers to the second call to prayer made immediately before a congregational prayer begins in Islam. It is shorter than the initial call, or Adhan, and is recited quietly to notify worshippers that the prayer is about to start and they should prepare themselves. The Iqamah consists of phrases like "Allahu Akbar" repeated four times and statements affirming the pillars of prayer such as bowing, prostration, and standing, concluding with "Qad qamatis-salah" indicating the prayer has begun. It serves as a final reminder for worshippers to ready themselves before the congregational prayer commences.