Darood e Ibrahimi is a very important prayer of Islam. Muslims repeat it daily when they have their five daily prayers. It blesses and sends peace to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) ﷺ. This Darood takes us straight to our beloved Prophet ﷺ and it is so spiritually significant.

It is not only a prayer but a love expression. Allah rewards a Muslim with mercy, forgiveness and rewards when he or she recites Darood e Ibrahimi. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ told that the one who sends the greatest number of blessings to him will be the nearest to him on the Day of Judgment.

In this article we will see Darood e Ibrahimi in its original Arabic version with English and Urdu translation. There is also simple translation that will assist you in pronouncing it. Moreover, we must discuss its wonderful virtues and when is the best time to recite it.

At the end of this article, you will know why Darood e Ibrahimi is so special and why all Muslims are supposed to include it in their daily life.

Arabic Text of Darood e Ibrahimi

Darwood e Ibrahimi is the Arabic version of a prayer known as Darood e Ibrahimi. This prayer is recited in the last section of the prayer (Tashahhud) that all the Muslims recite around the world.

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

This prayer was word by word taught by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It has a special place in our worship because it is direct from him. Every word is a blessing, praise and mercy.

English Translation of Darood e Ibrahimi

To understand the meaning of Darood e Ibrahimi, here is the complete English translation:

“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. O Allah, bless Muhammad and the family of Muhammad, as You blessed Ibrahim and the family of Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy and Glorious.”

This translation makes us cogitate about the meaning of the Darood. It demonstrates our respect to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and to Prophet Ibrahim ﷺ and his family.

We recall also the dignity that Allah granted to His chosen Prophets. When we repeat this Darood we request Allah to rain that honor on the Prophets – with each prayer.

Urdu Translation of Darood e Ibrahimi

درودِ ابراہیمی کا اردو ترجمہ درج ذیل ہے:

“اے اللّٰہ! محمد (ﷺ) اور آلِ محمد پر رحمت نازل فرما، جس طرح تو نے ابراہیم (علیہ السلام) اور آلِ ابراہیم پر رحمت نازل فرمائی۔ بے شک تو بہت تعریف کیا گیا، بزرگی والا ہے۔
اے اللّٰہ! محمد (ﷺ) اور آلِ محمد کو برکت عطا فرما، جس طرح تو نے ابراہیم (علیہ السلام) اور آلِ ابراہیم کو برکت عطا فرمائی۔ بے شک تو بہت تعریف کیا گیا، بزرگی والا ہے۔”

یہ ترجمہ ہمیں یہ سکھاتا ہے کہ درودِ ابراہیمی صرف ایک دعا نہیں، بلکہ یہ نبی کریم ﷺ سے محبت کا عملی اظہار ہے۔

مزید برآں، جب ہم یہ کلمات دل سے پڑھتے ہیں تو ہمیں اللہ کی طرف سے بے شمار انعامات اور رحمتیں حاصل ہوتی ہیں۔

Transliteration of Darood e Ibrahimi

In case you do not know Arabic, this transliteration of Darood e Ibrahimi will assist you recite it in the right manner. Read it in a clear slow manner and focus on every word.

**Allahumma salli ‘ala Muhammadin wa ‘ala aali Muhammad,
kama sallaita ‘ala Ibraheema wa ‘ala aali Ibraheem,
innaka Hameedum Majeed.

Allahumma barik ‘ala Muhammadin wa ‘ala aali Muhammad,
kama barakta ‘ala Ibraheema wa ‘ala aali Ibraheem,
innaka Hameedum Majeed.**

It is possible to rehearse it line per line. The best thing to do is to slowly start incorporating it into your Salah and other occasions.

Virtues of Reciting Darood e Ibrahimi

Saying Darood e Ibrahimi has numerous blessings. It is not just an element of prayer. It is a powerful act of worship and the rewards are huge.

1. Closeness to the Prophet ﷺ

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:

“The closest of people to me on the Day of Judgment will be those who send the most blessings upon me.”
(Tirmidhi)

And therefore, the more we recite Darood e Ibrahimi, the closer we will be to the Prophet ﷺ in the Afterlife.

2. Forgiveness of Sins

The Hadith also teaches that the person who sends blessings to the Prophet once, Allah sends ten blessings to the person. In addition, ten sins are washed away and ten merits are accrued. (Sahih Muslim)

3. Accepted Duas

Sending Darood before and after a dua increases chances of it being accepted. The scholars suggest that it is always good to start and conclude duas with Darood e Ibrahimi.

4. Peace and Mercy from Allah

Angels also pray on our behalf when we send Darood. The mercy of Allah is around the person who remembers his Prophet ﷺ.

5. Protection from Hardship

Most Muslims have testified that they feel easy, comfortable, and at peace after reciting Darood e Ibrahimi, particularly, when they are undergoing stressful periods.

Moreover, it is a Sunnah. By reciting it we come nearer to the way of the Prophet ﷺ.

When to Recite Darood e Ibrahimi

It is possible to recite Darood e Ibrahimi anytime. There are however certain times when it is even more rewarding and meaningful.

1. During Salah (Namaz)

Darood e Ibrahimi is a mandatory part of the Tashahhud (last sitting) in every Salah.

Without it, the prayer is not complete.
So, Muslims recite it at least five times a day.

2. On Fridays

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ encouraged reciting Darood often on Fridays.

He said, “Send more blessings upon me on the day and night of Friday.”
(Abu Dawood)

3. While Making Dua

Start and end your dua with Darood e Ibrahimi to make your dua powerful. This brings in barakah (blessings) and opens the gates of acceptability.

4. In Times of Stress or Need

It is a source of strength and heavenly assistance to recite Darood when in trouble. There are many researchers who advise to repeat it as often as possible when times are tough.

5. Morning and Evening Routines

When you incorporate Darood e Ibrahimi in your daily zikr (remembrance) a strong spiritual bond is established and the heart becomes peaceful. Briefly, it does not have a definite limit. You may say it aloud or privately, anywhere or anytime you want. The more you repeat, the more blessings you get.

Conclusion

Darood e Ibrahimi is not a mere prayer rather it is a blessing given by the Prophet ﷺ to his Ummah. It brings us closer to Allah and makes us closer to him. and the doors of mercy, of peace, of reward, are opened every time we recite it. It is also simple to memorize, easy to say and effective in its application.

Praying or making dua to Allah and just remembering him, incorporating Darood e Ibrahimi in your daily routine can do a lot of good. Nowadays with our hectic schedule, just a few moments of recitation of this blessed Darood can be very rewarding and spiritually fulfilling in the Hereafter.

Start today. Darood e Ibrahimi should become a daily routine. Write blessing on your lips,–and peace in your heart.