Muslims love and respect Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). Sending blessings (Salawat) upon the Prophet (ﷺ) is an act of worship prescribed throughout the year. There is no specific mandatory Mawlid dua established in authentic Sunnah.
اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَىٰ مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَىٰ آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا صَلَّيْتَ عَلَىٰ إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَىٰ آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ
Allahumma salli 'ala Muhammadin wa 'ala ali Muhammadin, kama sallayta 'ala Ibrahima wa 'ala ali Ibrahima, innaka Hamidun Majid.
O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and upon the family of Muhammad, as You sent blessings upon Ibrahim and upon the family of Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy, Full of Glory.
Quran/Hadith — Quran and Sunnah — General salawat and supplication
Authenticity: No specific authentic Mawlid dua established
Meaning and Explanation
The Abrahamic prayer (Salawat Ibrahimiyyah) asking Allah to bestow honors and exalt the rank of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
When to Recite
In daily prayers, on Fridays, and whenever remembering or mentioning the Prophet (ﷺ).
How to Recite
Recite with respect, devotion, and sincerity, following the authentic teachings of the Prophet (ﷺ).
Important Notes
There is no specific fixed 'Mawlid-only' dua established in authentic Sunnah; sending authentic Salawat is always recommended.
Benefits
Earns 10 rewards from Allah for each Salawat, raises spiritual status, and strengthens love for the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ).
Additional Duas
Content type: Quran/Hadith
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mawlid dua
dua for mawlid
prophet birthday
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'Whoever sends blessings upon me once, Allah will send blessings upon him tenfold, erase ten sins from him, and raise his status by ten degrees.' (Sunan an-Nasa'i).
No, there is no obligatory fixed Dua specifically established for Mawlid in authentic Islamic sources. Sending general authentic Salawat upon the Prophet (ﷺ) is recommended at all times.