In Islam, reciting Durood Shareef (Salawat) upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is one of the greatest acts of worship. It is a source of mercy, forgiveness, and blessings in both worlds. Allah commands the believers in the Qur’an:
“Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who believe, send blessings and peace upon him abundantly.” (Qur’an 33:56)
This article explains a beautiful Durood Shareef with translation, virtues, and hadith, so you can understand its significance and make it part of your daily routine.
The Durood Shareef (Salawat)
The following Durood Shareef is recorded in hadith books such as Abu Dawood:
اللّٰهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلٰی مُحَمَّدٍ النَّبِيِّ وَأَزْوَاجِهِ أُمَّهَاتِ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ وَذُرِّيَّتِهِ وَأَهْلِ بَيْتِهِ كَمَا صَلَّيْتَ عَلٰی إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَّجِيدٌ
Allahumma salli ‘ala Muhammad-in-Nabiyyi wa azwajihi ummahat-il-mu’mineena wa dhurriyyatihi wa ahli baytihi kama sallayta ‘ala Ibrahima innaka Hamidun Majeed.
English Translation:
“O Allah! Send blessings upon Muhammad, the Prophet, and upon his wives, the mothers of the believers, and his offspring, and his household, as You sent blessings upon Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy, Glorious.”
Virtues of Reciting Durood Shareef
- Continuous Reward – Hazrat Abu Hurairah (RA) narrated that the Prophet ﷺ said:
“Whoever mentions something pleasing and then sends Salawat upon me, that Salawat will continue to be written for him until he finishes speaking.” (Hadith) - Forgiveness of Sins – Sending blessings on the Prophet ﷺ wipes away sins and opens doors of mercy.
- Acceptance of Duas – Salawat is a key to having prayers answered.
- Love of the Prophet ﷺ – Reciting Durood strengthens the bond between the believer and the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.
Why Should We Recite Durood Shareef Daily?
- It brings peace of heart.
- It removes hardships and worries.
- It earns ten blessings from Allah for every single Salawat recited.
- It ensures closeness to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on the Day of Judgment.
Conclusion
The virtues of Durood Shareef (Salawat on Prophet Muhammad ﷺ) are countless. Every Muslim should make it a habit to recite it abundantly—after prayers, when making du’a, during gatherings, or even while working. It is the easiest way to gain Allah’s mercy and the Prophet’s intercession.
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