Rahmatun Lil’Alameen is a beautiful naat praising Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as a mercy for all worlds. The title comes from the Quranic verse “Wa ma arsalnaka illa rahmatan lil’alameen” (And We have not sent you except as a mercy to the worlds). This naat reminds us of the Prophet’s compassionate nature and his role as a blessing for all of humanity.
Below you will find the full naat lyrics in Urdu, English translation and the meaning behind the verses.
About This Naat
Rahmatun Lil’Alameen is a widely recited naat in the Islamic world. The verses highlight different aspects of the Prophet’s character including his mercy, his kindness to children, his generosity and his role as a guide for humanity. The naat is often recited at religious gatherings, milads and during Ramadan.
The lyrics use simple yet powerful language to express love for the Prophet. Each verse builds on the theme of mercy, connecting the Prophet’s qualities to the daily lives of believers.
Rahmatun Lil’Alameen Naat Lyrics in Urdu
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
ان کی ذات سے ہے نور کا نزول
ان کے دم سے ہے بخشش و قبول
ان کے طفیل آدم و رسول
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
وہ شفیع المذنبین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
ان کی نظر میں سب برابر ہیں
امیر و غریب سب برابر ہیں
غلام و شہنشاہ سب برابر ہیں
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
وہ شفیع المذنبین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
دردمندوں کے وہ غم خوار ہیں
بے سہاروں کے وہ سہارے ہیں
لاکھوں گنہگاروں کے وہ یار ہیں
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
وہ شفیع المذنبین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
رحمتہ للعالمین ہیں مصطفیٰ ﷺ
Rahmatun Lil’Alameen Naat English Translation
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
From his being descends the light of revelation.
Through his breath comes forgiveness and acceptance.
Because of him came Adam and the Messengers.
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
He is the intercessor for the sinners.
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
In his sight, all are equal.
The rich and the poor are all equal.
The slave and the emperor are all equal.
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
He is the comforter of the distressed.
He is the support for those without support.
He is the friend of millions of sinners.
Mustafa (peace be upon him) is mercy for all the worlds.
Meaning and Background
The central theme of this naat is the universal mercy of Prophet Muhammad. The Quran itself describes the Prophet as a mercy to all worlds (Surah Al-Anbiya 21:107). This naat expands on that concept by showing how the Prophet’s mercy touched every aspect of life.
Equality: One verse highlights that the Prophet treated all people equally regardless of their wealth or status. This was a radical concept in 7th century Arabia and remains relevant today. The Prophet’s teachings emphasise that no person is superior to another except in piety.
Intercession: The naat refers to the Prophet as “Shafi’ul Muznibeen” or intercessor for sinners. In Islamic belief, the Prophet will intercede for his followers on the Day of Judgement. This gives hope to believers who struggle with sin.
Compassion for the vulnerable: The naat mentions the Prophet’s care for the distressed and those without support. This reflects the Prophet’s character. He was known for helping widows, orphans and the poor throughout his life.
If you enjoyed this naat, you may also like our collection of other naat lyrics. Read Tajdar-e-Haram lyrics and translation or explore another version of Tajdar-e-Haram. For more devotional poetry, check out Sallallahu Alal Mustafa naat.
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