Ya Shahe Madina (یا شاہ مدینہ) is a deeply moving naat that calls upon the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as the King of Madina. This beautiful naat expresses the believer’s intense longing to be in the blessed city of Madina Munawwarah and to seek the Prophet’s intercession. The phrase “Ya Shahe Madina” translates to “O King of Madina” — a title of immense love and reverence for the Prophet (PBUH).
About the Naat
Ya Shahe Madina is one of the most popular naats in the Urdu-speaking world, widely recited in Pakistan, India, and across the globe. It has been performed by many renowned naat khwans including Owais Raza Qadri, Qari Waheed Zafar Qasmi, and numerous others. The naat captures the essence of a believer’s love for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the deep yearning to visit his blessed city. Its heartfelt lyrics resonate with millions who hold the love of the Prophet (PBUH) close to their hearts.
The central theme of this naat revolves around seeking the Prophet’s attention and calling upon him as the King of Madina — the one who holds a special status in the court of Allah. It reminds us that the love for the Prophet (PBUH) is the ultimate source of peace and salvation for believers.
Naat Lyrics in Urdu (نعت کے اردو اشعار)
یا شاہ مدینہ یا شاہ مدینہ
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
بھیجی ہے تمنا دل میں مدینہ
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
تیری محبت میں ڈوبا ہوا ہوں
تیرے سوا کچھ نہیں ہے مرا
بھول کے دنیا کے سارے تعلّق
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
آہ بھری ہے یہ میری سدا
درد بھری ہے یہ میری دعا
درد کے مارے کو درد نہ پوچھو
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
دل ہے میرا مدینے والا
میرا مقدّر مدینے والا
رکھوں گا دم بھر مدینے میں رہ کر
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
رو رو کے میں نے یہ التجا ہے
کر دے قبول اس کو خدا
بھیجی ہے تمنا دل میں مدینہ
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
یا شاہ مدینہ یا شاہ مدینہ
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
بھیجی ہے تمنا دل میں مدینہ
مجھ کو مدینہ بلا لو ذرا
English Translation
Couplet 1:
O King of Madina, O King of Madina
Call me to Madina, just for a while
My heart has sent a longing for Madina
Call me to Madina, just for a while
Couplet 2:
I am drowned in Your love
I have nothing except You
Forgetting all worldly connections
Call me to Madina, just for a while
Couplet 3:
This is my cry filled with passion
This is my prayer filled with pain
Do not ask the pain-stricken about their pain
Call me to Madina, just for a while
Couplet 4:
My heart belongs to Madina
My destiny belongs to Madina
I will stay even for a breath in Madina
Call me to Madina, just for a while
Couplet 5:
Weeping, this is my humble plea
Accept this prayer, O Allah
My heart has sent a longing for Madina
Call me to Madina, just for a while
Couplet 6 (Refrain):
O King of Madina, O King of Madina
Call me to Madina, just for a while
My heart has sent a longing for Madina
Call me to Madina, just for a while
Meaning and Significance
Ya Shahe Madina is much more than a simple naat — it is the heartfelt cry of a believer who yearns for the blessed city of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The naat carries several profound spiritual themes:
- Love and Devotion: The title “Shahe Madina” (King of Madina) reflects the deep love and reverence Muslims have for the Prophet (PBUH). It recognizes his elevated status as the most beloved of Allah’s creation.
- Yearning for Spiritual Proximity: The repeated plea “Call me to Madina” represents the believer’s intense desire to be close to the Prophet (PBUH), to visit his mosque, and to stand at his blessed Rawdah.
- Detachment from Worldly Matters: The lyrics speak of forgetting “all worldly connections” — a reminder that the ultimate goal is spiritual fulfillment, not material gain.
- Seeking Intercession: The naat reflects the belief that the Prophet (PBUH) is a source of intercession and that visiting Madina brings countless blessings.
- Humility and Submission: The weeping and pleading tone of the naat demonstrates the believer’s humility before Allah and His Prophet, acknowledging their own spiritual need.
Madina Munawwarah holds a unique place in the heart of every Muslim. It is the city where the Prophet (PBUH) established the first Islamic state, where the revelation continued, and where his blessed body rests in Masjid al-Nabawi beneath the Green Dome. Calling the Prophet (PBUH) the “King of Madina” is a poetic expression of the love that transcends all worldly boundaries.
Benefits of Reciting This Naat
Reciting and listening to Ya Shahe Madina offers many spiritual benefits. It strengthens the love for the Prophet (PBUH) in the heart and brings a sense of peace and tranquility to the soul. Many believers listen to this naat during their daily spiritual routine or when they feel a longing to visit Madina. The naat serves as a reminder of the ultimate goal of every believer — to earn the love of Allah and His Prophet (PBUH) and to be granted the honor of visiting the blessed city. It is particularly comforting for those who have not yet been able to perform Umrah or Hajj, as it keeps the flame of love for Madina alive in their hearts.
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Final Thoughts
Ya Shahe Madina is a timeless naat that speaks directly to the heart of every believer. Its simple yet emotionally charged words express a longing that every Muslim feels — to be in the presence of the Prophet (PBUH) and to be counted among those who love him. May Allah grant us all the opportunity to visit Madina Munawwarah and to be blessed with the intercession of His beloved Prophet (PBUH). Ameen.

