Maula Ya Salli Wa Sallim (مولا یصل و سلم) — Full Naat Lyrics in Urdu, English Translation and Meaning
“Maula Ya Salli Wa Sallim” is one of the most beloved Islamic naats recited across the Muslim world. This beautiful poem praising Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was written by the renowned Islamic scholar Imam Busiri. The naat expresses deep love and devotion for the Prophet and asks for blessings upon him continually.
Below you will find the complete Urdu lyrics, English translation, and the meaning behind this classic naat.
Background of the Naat
Imam Sharafuddin al-Busiri (1211-1294 CE) was a famous Sufi poet from Egypt who wrote several poems in praise of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). His most famous work is Qasida al-Burdah (The Poem of the Cloak). “Maula Ya Salli Wa Sallim” is among his most cherished compositions.
The poem asks Allah to send blessings and peace upon the Prophet continuously, emphasising that the love of the Prophet is the highest form of devotion. It is often recited during gatherings of dhikr, milad, and on special Islamic occasions.
Urdu Lyrics (اردو اشعار)
مولا یا صَلِّ وَسَلِّم دَائِمًا اَبَدًا
عَلٰی حَبِیبِکَ خَیرِ الخَلقِ کُلِّھِمِ
مَنْ لَہُ الْخُلُقُ الْعَظِیْمُ الْکَرِیْمُ
وَالْوَجْہُ الْمُنِیْرُ الَّذِیْ یُضِیْءُ الظُّلَمْ
ہُوَ الْحَبِیْبُ الَّذِیْ یُرْجٰی شَفَاعَتُہٗ
لِکُلِّ ہَوْلٍ مِنَ الْاَھْوَالِ مُقْتَحَمْ
مولا یا صَلِّ وَسَلِّم دَائِمًا اَبَدًا
عَلٰی حَبِیبِکَ خَیرِ الخَلقِ کُلِّھِمِ
نبی کریم ہیں وہ ذات پاک
جن کے اخلاق عظیم ہیں
جن کا چہرہ مبارک نورانی ہے
جو اندھیروں کو روشن کر دیتا ہے
وہ محبوب ہیں جن کی شفاعت کی امید ہے
ہر مشکل اور ہر خوف کے وقت
مولا یا صَلِّ وَسَلِّم دَائِمًا اَبَدًا
عَلٰی حَبِیبِکَ خَیرِ الخَلقِ کُلِّھِمِ
English Translation
Maula Ya Salli Wa Sallim Daaiman Abada
Ala Habibika Khayril Khalqi Kullihimi
O Allah, send blessings and peace forever and ever
Upon Your Beloved, the best of all creation
Man Lahul Khuluqul Azeemul Kareem
Wal Wajhul Muneerulladhi Yudhi’udh Dhulami
He who possesses the greatest and most noble character
And his radiant face illuminates the darkness
Huwal Habeebulladhi Yurja Shafa’atuhu
Likulli Hawlin Minal Ahwali Muqtahami
He is the Beloved whose intercession is hoped for
Against every terror and every fearful situation
Maula Ya Salli Wa Sallim Daaiman Abada
Ala Habibika Khayril Khalqi Kullihimi
O Allah, send blessings and peace forever and ever
Upon Your Beloved, the best of all creation
Meaning and Significance
The central theme of “Maula Ya Salli Wa Sallim” is the constant sending of blessings (salawat) upon Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The repetition of the refrain emphasises that this act of sending blessings should be continuous and never-ending.
The poem highlights three key aspects of the Prophet’s personality:
- His noble character – The Prophet is described as having the greatest and most generous character, reflecting the Quranic verse “And indeed, you are of a great moral character” (Quran 68:4).
- His luminous face – The Prophet’s face is described as radiant, bringing light to darkness. This signifies his role as a guide who brought the light of Islam to a world of ignorance.
- His intercession – Muslims hope for the Prophet’s intercession (shafa’ah) on the Day of Judgment. The poem expresses this hope and trust in the Prophet’s mercy towards his followers.
When to Recite This Naat
This naat is commonly recited:
- During Milad un-Nabi gatherings
- At daily dhikr and salawat circles
- On Friday mornings
- As part of morning and evening adhkar
- During Islamic conferences and spiritual gatherings
Benefits of Reciting Salawat
Reciting blessings upon the Prophet carries immense rewards. The Prophet (PBUH) said: “Whoever sends blessings upon me once, Allah sends blessings upon him ten times.” This naat is a beautiful way to earn these blessings while reflecting on the Prophet’s greatness.
May Allah accept our salawat and grant us the love of His beloved Prophet, Muhammad (peace be upon him). Ameen.