Introduction to Mustafa Jaane Rehmat
“Mustafa Jaane Rehmat” (مصطفیٰ جانِ رحمت) is a deeply moving and popular naat that praises Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The title translates to “Mustafa, the Soul of Mercy” — Mustafa being one of the beloved names of the Prophet, meaning “the Chosen One”. This naat beautifully expresses the love, devotion and longing that believers feel for the Prophet, describing him as the embodiment of mercy sent for all of creation.
The naat is recited across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia, and is cherished for its heartfelt lyrics and simple yet profound message. Below, we present the full lyrics in Urdu, along with the English transliteration and translation.
Mustafa Jaane Rehmat — Urdu Lyrics (مصطفیٰ جانِ رحمت)
Verse 1
مصطفیٰ جانِ رحمت پہ لاکھوں سلام
شفیعِ امت پہ لاکھوں سلام
Verse 2
وہ ہیں شہرِ مدینہ کے تاجدار
ان پر آتا ہے لاکھوں بار نثار
Verse 3
آپ کی ذات ہے رحمتِ کامران
آپ ہی سے ہے دنیا کا سامان
Verse 4
آپ کی آمد سے روشن ہوا ہر مکاں
آپ ہی کی ہے نورانی نشاں
Verse 5
دلِ مومن کو ہے آپ سے پیار
آپ ہی ہیں ہمارے آقا و تاجدار
Verse 6
مصطفیٰ جانِ رحمت پہ لاکھوں درود
آپ پر اور آپ کی آل و اصحاب پر
English Transliteration
Verse 1
Mustafa jaane rahmat pe laakhon salaam
Shafee’e ummat pe laakhon salaam
Verse 2
Woh hain shahr-e-madina ke tajdaar
Un par aata hai laakhon baar nisaar
Verse 3
Aap ki zaat hai rahmat-e-kaamran
Aap hi se hai duniya ka saaman
Verse 4
Aap ki aamad se roshan hua har makaan
Aap hi ki hai noorani nishaan
Verse 5
Dil-e-momin ko hai aap se pyaar
Aap hi hain hamaare aaqa o tajdaar
Verse 6
Mustafa jaane rahmat pe laakhon darood
Aap par aur aap ki aal o ashaab par
English Translation
Verse 1
Millions of salutations upon Mustafa, the soul of mercy
Millions of salutations upon the intercessor of the Ummah
Verse 2
He is the crown of the city of Madina
Millions of sacrifices are offered upon him
Verse 3
His being is the perfect mercy
Through him alone is the provision of this world
Verse 4
His arrival illuminated every home
His is the sign of divine light
Verse 5
The heart of the believer loves him
He is our Master and our Crown
Verse 6
Millions of blessings upon Mustafa, the soul of mercy
Upon him and upon his family and companions
Meaning and Background
“Mustafa Jaane Rehmat” is a naat that focuses on the concept of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as a mercy to all worlds, a theme deeply rooted in the Quranic verse: “And We have not sent you except as a mercy to the worlds” (Surah Al-Anbiya, 21:107). The naat celebrates the Prophet’s role as an intercessor (Shafee’) for his Ummah on the Day of Judgment, a source of hope and comfort for believers.
The lyrics paint a picture of the Prophet as the crown of Madina, whose very arrival brought light to the world. The repeated refrain of “laakhon salaam” and “laakhon darood” (millions of salutations and blessings) reflects the deep love and reverence that Muslims hold for their Prophet. The naat ends with blessings on the Prophet’s family (Aal) and companions (Ashaab), a common practice in Islamic poetry that acknowledges his household and those who supported his mission.
This naat is often recited at Milad gatherings, in mosques and during personal devotion. Its simple yet powerful language makes it accessible to people of all ages, and its message of love and mercy resonates with Muslims across cultures and languages.
For more naat lyrics, explore our collection including Tajdar-e-Haram, Ya Nabi Salam Alaika, and Rahmatun Lil’Alameen.