Jummah · Salawat
Salawat on Friday Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ
Allah commands it. The Prophet ﷺ specifically emphasized it on Friday. Every single salawat earns ten blessings in return — discover why this simple act transforms your week.
✦ 8 Immense Benefits
🤲 6 Beautiful Forms
📿 How Many Times
🕌 Sahih Sources
← Back to Jummah🤲 Also see: Essential Duas for Friday — supplications for every moment of Jummah →⏰ Also read: The Hour of Acceptance on Friday — when to combine salawat with guaranteed dua →
Sending salawat on Friday is one of the most beloved acts of worship on the best day of the week — a direct divine command, a prophetic emphasis, and a 1000% return on every word.
The Prophet ﷺ specifically instructed believers to increase salawat on Friday, not just recite it. This comprehensive guide explores why Friday is special for salawat, the immense rewards it carries, six beautiful forms to recite, how many times to aim for, and practical ways to make this a genuinely transformative weekly habit.
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What is Salawat?
Salawat literally means "prayer" or "blessings." When directed toward the Prophet ﷺ, it means sending prayers upon him, asking Allah to honor and exalt him, expressing love and deep respect — and connecting with him spiritually across time.
إِنَّ اللَّهَ وَمَلَائِكَتَهُ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى النَّبِيِّ ۚ يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا صَلُّوا عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا تَسْلِيمًا
"Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who have believed, ask Allah to bless him and ask Allah to grant him peace."
— Surah Al-Ahzab 33:56
This verse establishes salawat as a divine command — not just a recommended practice. Allah Himself sends blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ, and His angels join Him. He then commands every believer to do the same.
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Why Increase Salawat Specifically on Friday?
"Indeed, among the best of your days is Friday. So increase sending blessings upon me on that day, for indeed your blessings are presented to me."
— Abu Dawood, authenticated by scholars
When the companions asked how their salawat would reach him after his passing, the Prophet ﷺ replied: "Allah has forbidden the earth from consuming the bodies of the prophets." He is aware. He receives your blessings.
Friday is the Best Day
Among all seven days, Friday holds the highest rank — Adam was created on it, Paradise was entered on it, and the Hour will rise on it.
Your Salawat Reach Him ﷺ
They are literally presented to the Prophet ﷺ. He is aware of every blessing you send — across time and space.
Specifically to "Increase"
The Prophet ﷺ didn't say "send salawat" — he said "increase." Friday calls for more than any other day of the week.
The Prophetic Legacy of Friday
Adam's creation, his entry to Paradise, the Day of Judgment — all on Friday. Honoring the final Prophet ﷺ on this day is deeply fitting.
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The 8 Immense Benefits of Salawat
BENEFIT 1
Allah Sends Ten Blessings Upon You
The Prophet ﷺ said: "Whoever sends blessings upon me once, Allah will send blessings upon him ten times." (Sahih Muslim)
1 salawat → 10 blessings from Allah
BENEFIT 2
Ten Sins Erased, Ten Levels Raised
Each salawat erases 10 sins and raises you 10 degrees in Paradise. Three rewards from a single phrase.
1 salawat → sins erased + rank raised
BENEFIT 3
Relief from Worries
A man devoted all his supplications to salawat on the Prophet ﷺ. The Prophet ﷺ replied: "Then Allah will take care of your concerns and forgive your sins." (Tirmidhi)
BENEFIT 4
Closest to Him on Judgment Day
"The people most deserving of my intercession on the Day of Resurrection will be those who sent the most salawat upon me." (Tirmidhi) — The more you send, the closer you'll be.
BENEFIT 5
Angels Send Blessings Upon You
When you send salawat, the angels say "Ameen" and ask Allah to return blessings to you. You are surrounded by divine favor.
BENEFIT 6
Protection from Spiritual Stinginess
"The stingy person is the one in whose presence I am mentioned and he does not send salawat upon me." (Tirmidhi) — Salawat is the minimum of gratitude.
BENEFIT 7
Light on the Sirat
Salawat will illuminate your path on the bridge over Hell on the Day of Judgment — a light born from every blessing you sent in this world.
BENEFIT 8
Increased Love for the Prophet ﷺ
Regular salawat deepens your connection with the Prophet ﷺ, growing your love for him and your desire to follow his blessed example.
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Six Beautiful Forms of Salawat
Form 1 — The Simplest
Recite any time the Prophet's ﷺ name is mentioned
صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ
Ṣallallāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam
"May Allah's peace and blessings be upon him."
Form 2 — The Short Complete
During dhikr sessions, after prayers
اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَىٰ مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَىٰ آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ
Allāhumma ṣalli ʿalā Muḥammadin wa ʿalā āli Muḥammad
"O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and upon the family of Muhammad."
Form 3 — Salat al-Ibrahimiyya · The Most Complete
Taught by the Prophet ﷺ himself — used in tashahhud and on Friday especially
اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَىٰ مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَىٰ آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا صَلَّيْتَ عَلَىٰ إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَىٰ آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ، اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ عَلَىٰ مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَىٰ آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا بَارَكْتَ عَلَىٰ إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَىٰ آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ
Allāhumma ṣalli ʿalā Muḥammadin wa ʿalā āli Muḥammad, kamā ṣallayta ʿalā Ibrāhīma wa ʿalā āli Ibrāhīm, innaka Ḥamīdun Majīd. Allāhumma bārik ʿalā Muḥammadin wa ʿalā āli Muḥammad, kamā bārakta ʿalā Ibrāhīma wa ʿalā āli Ibrāhīm, innaka Ḥamīdun Majīd.
"O Allah, send prayers upon Muhammad and upon the family of Muhammad, as You sent prayers upon Ibrahim and upon the family of Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy and Glorious. 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 and Glorious."
Form 4 — The Comprehensive Salawat of Blessings
Especially beautiful for Friday — rich in meaning and supplication
اللّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ صَلَاةً تُحَسِّنُ بِهَا الْأَخْلَاقَ، وَتُيَسِّرُ بِهَا الْأَرْزَاقَ، وَتَدْفَعُ بِهَا الْمَشَاقَّ، وَتَمْلَأُ مِنْهَا الْآفَاقَ، وَعَلَى آلِهِ وَصَحْبِهِ وَسَلِّمْ صَلَاةً دَائِمَةً مِنْ يَوْمِ خَلَقْتَ الدُّنْيَا إِلَى يَوْمِ التَّلَاقِ، وَاسْتُرْنَا بَيْنَ يَدَيْكَ يَا عَزِيزُ يَا خَلَّاقُ
"O Allah, bless our Prophet Muhammad with a prayer that improves morals, and facilitates livelihoods, and repels hardships, and fills the horizons — and upon his family and companions, a permanent blessing from the day You created the world until the Day of Meeting. And cover our flaws between Your hands, O Dear, O Creator."
Form 5 — Concise and Beautiful
Any time — especially abundant on Friday
صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَآلِهِ وَسَلَّمَ تَسْلِيمًا كَثِيرًا
Ṣallallāhu ʿalayhi wa ālihi wa sallama taslīman kathīrā
"May Allah's abundant peace and blessings be upon him and his family."
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How Many Times on Friday?
While there's no fixed required number, scholars have offered beautiful recommendations. The more, the better — there is no upper limit.
100
Common Practice
A widely practiced amount — achievable in a single sitting of 10–15 minutes
300
Scholars' Recommendation
Recommended by some scholars for greater blessing — spread throughout the day
1000
Intensive Blessing
For those seeking maximum spiritual benefit — a blessed Friday goal
Spread Across the Day — A Suggested Schedule
After Fajr
Morning Session
100 salawat — sets a spiritual tone for all of Friday
Before Jummah
At the Mosque
100 salawat — while waiting for the khutbah to begin
After Jummah
Post-Prayer Dhikr
100 salawat — before leaving your prayer spot
Before Maghrib
The Blessed Hour
100 salawat — combine with dua during the hour of acceptance
After Maghrib
Evening Close
100 salawat — end Friday on the highest note possible
10 salawat with full presence and genuine love are worth more than 1,000 recited without concentration. Focus on sincerity — feel the connection with the Prophet ﷺ, reflect on his sacrifice for the ummah. Quality over quantity, always.
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The Etiquette of Sending Salawat
✓ Do
- Say it completely — speak the full words, not just abbreviations
- Send it immediately whenever the Prophet's ﷺ name is mentioned
- Include his family: "and upon the family of Muhammad"
- Say it aloud when alone — it helps concentration
- Feel genuine love and gratitude when reciting
- Be consistent — make it a true habit every Friday
✕ Don't
- Don't abbreviate verbally — saying "S.A.W." aloud is discouraged
- Don't send salawat insincerely — avoid mechanical repetition
- Don't make it a burden — start small and increase gradually
- Don't neglect it when you hear his name — never let it pass
- Don't think of it as "done" — there is no upper limit to salawat
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Special Occasions for Salawat Beyond Friday
📅 Daily
- After every adhan (call to prayer)
- In the tashahhud during every prayer
- When entering or exiting the mosque
- At the beginning and end of every dua
📆 Weekly
- Friday — the primary day for increased salawat
- Thursday night — preparing spiritually for Jummah
🌙 Annually
- Month of Rabi' al-Awwal — the Prophet's birth month
- Last ten nights of Ramadan, especially Laylatul Qadr
- The two Eids — celebrating with abundant salawat
- Day of Arafah during Hajj
📖 When Learning
- Reading Quran whenever the Prophet ﷺ is mentioned
- Studying hadith and Islamic books
- Listening to Islamic lectures
- Any mention of the Prophet ﷺ at all
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Common Questions About Salawat
Can I send salawat while in a state of impurity?
Yes — unlike Quran recitation, salawat can be sent at any time, even without wudu. There is no restriction on when you can honor the Prophet ﷺ.
Can women send salawat during menstruation?
Absolutely. Salawat is not restricted by states of ritual purity. Women can and should send salawat freely at all times.
Should I say salawat aloud or silently?
Both are perfectly fine. Saying it aloud helps concentration when you're alone; silently when you might disturb others in prayer or in a gathering.
Can I send salawat in my own language?
Yes — Arabic is best and most complete, but saying "peace and blessings be upon him" sincerely in any language carries reward. The sincerity matters.
How do I know my salawat reached the Prophet ﷺ?
Trust the hadith completely. Allah ensures your salawat are presented to the Prophet ﷺ — this is a divine promise, not something that requires your verification.
Does salawat replace my personal duas for needs?
No — make your personal duas as well. But begin and end every dua with salawat on the Prophet ﷺ, as this significantly increases the likelihood of acceptance.
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The Spiritual Impact of Regular Salawat
Increased Love for the Prophet ﷺ
The more you send salawat, the more you think about him, the stronger your love grows, and the more you naturally want to follow his example in every aspect of life.
Better Character
Remembering the Prophet ﷺ through salawat reminds you of his patience, mercy, honesty, and complete reliance on Allah — naturally elevating your own character.
Protection and Barakah
Regular salawat brings divine protection in daily life, blessing in time and efforts, relief from difficulties, and answered prayers through the week.
Preparation for Meeting Him ﷺ
Every salawat is a gift sent to him, a relationship built with him, a preparation for when you meet him in the Hereafter and receive his blessed intercession.
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Salawat Recited by Oualid El Makami
Listen to the most beautiful forms of salawat recited by Oualid El Makami — let the recitation fill your Friday with love for the Prophet ﷺ.
اللّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ
Beautiful salawat recitation by Oualid El Makami — fill your Friday with blessings on the Prophet ﷺ
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Make This Friday Different
Friday after Friday, you have the opportunity to send countless blessings upon the man who sacrificed everything for you — the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. He endured persecution, hunger, loss, and hardship so that you could have the guidance of Islam.
Every salawat you send is:
- A thank you for his sacrifice across fourteen centuries
- A recognition of his unmatched rank before Allah
- A plea for his intercession on the Day of Judgment
- A connection that crosses time and space to reach him ﷺ
Set a goal this Friday — 100, 300, or 1,000 salawat. Feel each one. Mean each one. Love the Prophet ﷺ through each one.
صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَآلِهِ وَسَلَّمَ تَسْلِيمًا كَثِيرًا
آمِين يَا رَبَّ الْعَالَمِين
salawat on friday
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