Introduction: The Divine Honor Did you know there is an act of worship that Allah Himself performs? Allah says in the Quran: "Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who have believed, ask [Allah to confer] blessings upon him and ask [Allah to grant him] peace." (33:56). Sending Salawat (Durood) is not just a ritual; it is a bridge of light connecting you to the Mercy of Allah.
The Solution to All Problems A companion named Ubayy bin Ka'ab asked the Prophet ﷺ how much of his Dua time he should dedicate to Salawat. When he finally said, "I will dedicate all my Dua to you," the Prophet ﷺ replied: "Then your worries will be sufficient for you, and your sins will be forgiven." Think about it. Our biggest struggles are either anxiety about life (worries) or spiritual burdens (sins). Salawat takes care of both instantly.
Why You Should Increase Salawat
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10x Return: The Prophet ﷺ said: "Whoever sends blessings upon me once, Allah will send blessings upon him tenfold." One blessing from Allah is enough to change your destiny.
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Personal Connection: Your Salawat is presented to the Prophet ﷺ, and he returns the greeting to you.
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Closeness in the Afterlife: The closest people to the Prophet ﷺ on the Day of Judgment will be those who sent the most blessings upon him.
How to Do It? The best form is "Salat Ibrahimiyyah" (recited in Salah). However, saying "Allahumma Salli 'ala Muhammad" or simply "Salallahu Alayhi Wa Salam" is also accepted and rewarding.
Conclusion Make it a habit, especially on Fridays. Whenever you feel stressed or stuck, start reciting Salawat. You will feel a sense of tranquility (Sakina) wash over you, and your problems will start to unravel.