Salam Ya Mustafa (السلام علیک یا مصطفیٰ) — Naat Lyrics in Urdu, English Translation and Meaning

About the Naat ‘Salam Ya Mustafa’

‘Salam Ya Mustafa’ (السلام علیک یا مصطفیٰ) is one of the most beloved and widely recited naats in the Islamic world. The title translates to “Peace Be Upon You, O Mustafa” (Mustafa being one of the names of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning “The Chosen One”).

This naat is a heartfelt expression of love, devotion, and longing for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It is recited by millions of Muslims around the world, especially in South Asia, and is known for its soulful melody and deep emotional impact.

The naat was popularised by famous naat khwans (reciters) and is often heard at gatherings, mosques, and during religious events. Its simple yet profound lyrics make it accessible to people of all ages.

Salam Ya Mustafa — Full Urdu Lyrics

English Transliteration

Assalamu Alaika Ya Mustafa
Assalamu Alaika Ya Mujtaba

Assalamu Alaika Ya Habibi
Assalamu Alaika Ya Shafi-al-Muznibeen

Assalamu Alaika Ya Tahir
Assalamu Alaika Ya Tahir

Assalamu Alaika Ya Noor
Assalamu Alaika Ya Siraj-al-Muneer

Assalamu Alaika Ya Rahmatan Lil Alameen
Assalamu Alaika Ya Ni’matan Lil Mu’mineen

Assalamu Alaika Ya Khayr-al-Bariyyah
Assalamu Alaika Ya Khayr-al-Wara

Assalamu Alaika Ya Shams-al-Huda
Assalamu Alaika Ya Sahib-al-Miraj

Assalamu Alaika Ya Sahib-al-Waseelah
Assalamu Alaika Ya Sahib-al-Fadeelah

Assalamu Alaika Ya Ra’oof-ar-Raheem
Assalamu Alaika Ya Shafi-e-Azeem

Assalamu Alaika Ya Khatam-an-Nabiyyeen
Assalamu Alaika Ya Imam-al-Mursaleen

Assalamu Alaika Ya Habib-Allah
Assalamu Alaika Ya Nabi-Allah

Assalamu Alaika Ya Rasool-Allah
Assalamu Alaika Ya Khalil-Allah

English Translation

Salam Ya Mustafa: Peace be upon you, O Mustafa (the Chosen One)

Salam Ya Mujtaba: Peace be upon you, O Mujtaba (the Selected One)

Salam Ya Habibi: Peace be upon you, O my Beloved

Salam Ya Shafi-al-Muznibeen: Peace be upon you, O Intercessor for the sinners

Salam Ya Tahir: Peace be upon you, O Pure One

Salam Ya Noor: Peace be upon you, O Light

Salam Ya Siraj-al-Muneer: Peace be upon you, O Bright Lamp

Salam Ya Rahmatan Lil Alameen: Peace be upon you, O Mercy for all the worlds

Salam Ya Ni’matan Lil Mu’mineen: Peace be upon you, O Blessing for the believers

Salam Ya Khayr-al-Bariyyah: Peace be upon you, O Best of Creation

Salam Ya Shams-al-Huda: Peace be upon you, O Sun of Guidance

Salam Ya Sahib-al-Miraj: Peace be upon you, O Owner of the Ascension

Salam Ya Sahib-al-Waseelah: Peace be upon you, O Owner of the Intercession

Salam Ya Ra’oof-ar-Raheem: Peace be upon you, O Most Kind, Most Merciful

Salam Ya Shafi-e-Azeem: Peace be upon you, O Great Intercessor

Salam Ya Khatam-an-Nabiyyeen: Peace be upon you, O Seal of the Prophets

Salam Ya Imam-al-Mursaleen: Peace be upon you, O Leader of the Messengers

Salam Ya Habib-Allah: Peace be upon you, O Beloved of Allah

Salam Ya Rasool-Allah: Peace be upon you, O Messenger of Allah

The Meaning and Significance

‘Salam Ya Mustafa’ is not just a naat; it is a continuous salutation and greeting to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Each line of the naat begins with “Assalamu Alaika” (Peace be upon you), which is the Islamic greeting of peace. By reciting this naat, the believer sends salutations of peace and blessings upon the Prophet.

The naat uses many of the beautiful names and attributes of the Prophet ﷺ found in the Quran and Hadith. Each name highlights a different aspect of his blessed personality:

• Mustafa and Mujtaba: Both mean “the Chosen One,” emphasising that Allah chose the Prophet for his noble mission.
• Noor and Siraj-al-Muneer: The Quran describes the Prophet as a “light” and a “bright lamp” (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:46).
• Rahmatan Lil Alameen: This is directly from the Quran (Surah Al-Anbiya 21:107), where Allah says, “And We have not sent you except as a mercy to the worlds.”
• Khatam-an-Nabiyyeen: The Seal of the Prophets, meaning he is the final Prophet sent by Allah (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:40).
• Shafi (Intercessor): The Prophet will intercede for his followers on the Day of Judgment.

This naat is often recited in gatherings of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) and on special occasions like Milad-un-Nabi (the Prophet’s birthday). Its repetitive structure makes it easy to learn and recite, even for children, while its profound meanings provide deep spiritual nourishment.

You may also enjoy reading other naats on our site, such as Ya Nabi Salam Alayka and Tajdar-e-Haram for more beautiful poetry in praise of the Prophet ﷺ.

When to Recite ‘Salam Ya Mustafa’

There is no fixed time for reciting this naat. Muslims recite it at any time as a form of devotion and love for the Prophet ﷺ. However, it is particularly popular:

• During gatherings of naat and dhikr
• On Friday nights and other blessed nights
• During the month of Rabi-ul-Awwal (the month of the Prophet’s birth)
• After prayers as a form of salawat (sending blessings upon the Prophet)
• At spiritual gatherings and urs (death anniversaries of saints)

Check out more naat lyrics in our Naat collection and Naat Lyrics section for other beautiful poems.