The Reading of Jibril's Salawat in Latin and Arabic Along with Its Translation and Virtues

Salawat is one of the recommended practices for Muslims as a form of worship and expression of love for the Prophet Muhammad SAW. By reciting salawat, a servant asks Allah SWT to bestow blessings and peace upon the Messenger, while also hoping to receive blessings in their life.

One of the quite popular readings among the community is Jibril's Salawat. This salawat is widely known and often recited in various dhikr gatherings, study sessions, or practiced personally in daily life.

It is called Jibril's Salawat because this recitation is believed to originate from the teachings of the Angel Jibril, which were then passed down to the followers of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. Its brief yet meaningful phrasing makes this salawat easy to memorize and practice by various groups.

1. Reading of Jibril's Salawat in Latin and Arabic

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For Muslims, salawat is one of the deeds that can be performed to worship Allah SWT. Jibril's salawat is one of them. It is called Jibril's salawat because this salawat is the result of interaction between Angel Jibril and Prophet Muhammad SAW. Here is the reading of Jibril's salawat.

Shallallah ala muhammad
May the salawat from Allah be upon (the Prophet) Muhammad.

Shallallah alaihi wasallam
May the salawat and greetings from Allah be upon him (the Messenger of Allah).

Shallallah ala muhammad
May the salawat from Allah be upon (the Prophet) Muhammad.

Shallallah alaihi wasallam
May the salawat and greetings from Allah be upon him (the Messenger of Allah).

Anta Syamsun Anta Badrun
"You are like the sun, you are like the full moon."

Anta nurun fauqo nurin
"You are light above light."

Anta Syamsun Anta Badrun
"You are like the sun, you are like the full moon."

Anta nurun fauqo nurin
"You are light above light."

Anta iksiirun wa ghoolii
"You are like pure gold, precious in value."

Anta mishbaahush-shuduuri
"You are the lamp of the heart."

Ya habiibii Ya Muhammad
"O my beloved, O Muhammad."

Ya 'Aruusal-khoofiqoini
"O bride of the east and west (of the world)."

Ya Mu-ayyad ya Mumajjad
"O Prophet who is strengthened (by revelation)."

Ya Imaamal Qiblataini
"O Prophet who is honored, O imam of the two qiblahs."

2. Long Reading of Jibril's Salawat

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Here is the long version of Sholawat Jibril that is often recited in various dhikr and study gatherings:

• ٱلَّلَّٰهُ ٱلَّذِى يُصَلِّى عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ٱلْكَرِيمِ ٱلَّذِى أَحْسَنَ ٱلْخَلْقَ وَأَحْسَنَ ٱلْخُلُقَ وَأَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ وَأَحْسَنَ ٱلْخَاتِمَةَ وَأَحْسَنَ ٱلْحَظَّ وَأَحْسَنَ ٱلْعَاقِبَةَ وَأَحْسَنَ ٱلْمَصِيرَ

Latin: Shallallahu 'alayh wa sallam Muhammad, shallallahu 'alayh wa sallamihi wa sallam

Translation: May Allah bestow blessings and peace upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

• ٱلَّلَّٰهُ ٱلَّذِى يُصَلِّى عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ٱلْكَرِيمِ ٱلَّذِى أَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ وَأَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ وَأَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ

Latin: Anta syamsun, anta badr

Translation: You are like the sun, you are like the full moon.

• ٱلَّلَّٰهُ ٱلَّذِى يُصَلِّى عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ٱلْكَرِيمِ ٱلَّذِى أَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ

Latin: Anta nurun fawqa nurin

Translation: You are light upon light.

• ٱلَّلَّٰهُ ٱلَّذِى يُصَلِّى عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ٱلْكَرِيمِ ٱلَّذِى أَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ

Latin: Anta iksīr wa ghālib

Translation: You are like a precious elixir.

• ٱلَّلَّٰهُ ٱلَّذِى يُصَلِّى عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ٱلْكَرِيمِ ٱلَّذِى أَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ

Latin: Anta mi'rajabūna wa al-‘udārah

Translation: You are the light of the heart.

• ٱلَّلَّٰهُ ٱلَّذِى يُصَلِّى عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ٱلْكَرِيمِ ٱلَّذِى أَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ

Latin: Yā 'abī yā Muhammad

Translation: O my beloved, O Muhammad.

• ٱلَّلَّٰهُ ٱلَّذِى يُصَلِّى عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ٱلْكَرِيمِ ٱلَّذِى أَحْسَنَ فِى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ

Latin: Yā 'abī yā Muhammad

Translation: O my beloved, O Muhammad.

All the above texts are referenced from various online sources and Islamic literature, one of which is the book Kita Harus Bershalawat by Dian Erwanto, which explains that this recitation comes from the teachings of Angel Gabriel to Prophet Adam, and has been passed down to the Ummah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

3. Short Reading of Jibril's Salawat

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• Arabic: Ã�§Ã��Ã��Ã��Ã��Ã��Ã��Ã�� Ã�µÃ��Ã��Ã��Ã�� Ã�¹Ã��Ã��Ã��Ã�� Ã��Ã��Ã�­Ã��Ã��Ã��Ã��Ã�¯Ã��
• Latin: Allahumma shalli �ala Muhammad
• Translation: �O Allah, bestow blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad.�

This writing is also included in the book The Secrets of Healthy Blessings of Salawat by M. Syukron Maksum et al. (2020), which emphasizes the importance of reciting Jibril's salawat in daily life. The book recommends reciting this salawat 1,000 times every morning and evening for the ease of sustenance and affairs.

4. The Virtue of Jibril's Salawat

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Sholawat Jibril is one of the simplest forms of praise to the Prophet Muhammad SAW with the phrase �Shallallahu �ala Muhammad.� Although brief, this sholawat is believed to have a deep spiritual meaning and is often practiced in daily life.

Opening 70 Doors of Mercy
Reciting Sholawat Jibril is believed to be a reason for the opening of 70 doors of mercy for the reciter. It is even mentioned that Allah SWT instills a sense of love in the hearts of people who are consistent in practicing it, and hatred towards those who recite sholawat only comes from the hypocrites.

Receiving a Tenfold Reward from Allah
The virtue of sending sholawat in general is explained in a sahih hadith which states that whoever sends sholawat to the Prophet once, Allah will reward him with ten sholawat. This shows that although brief, Sholawat Jibril still has a great reward because it is a form of praise to the Messenger of Allah SAW.

Erasing Sins and Elevating Status
Increasing sholawat, including in a concise form like Sholawat Jibril, is believed to be a reason for the erasure of sins and the elevation of a person's status in the sight of Allah SWT. Sholawat is not just a verbal practice, but also a manifestation of love and recognition from the ummah to the Prophet Muhammad SAW.

Becoming a Means of Intercession and Inner Peace
Sholawat Jibril is also believed to be one of the means to obtain the intercession of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. In addition, this practice is often associated with inner peace and positive changes in life for those who regularly practice it.

Bringing Sustenance
Sholawat Jibril is often recommended to be recited a certain number of times after the Dhuha prayer as an effort to open the doors of sustenance. Many practitioners believe in the changes in economic conditions and spiritual life after consistently reciting it.

5. Questions Related to Jibril's Salawat

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Q: What is Sholawat Jibril?
A: Sholawat Jibril is a recitation of prayers to the Prophet Muhammad SAW that is believed to originate from the interaction between Angel Jibril and the Prophet, as narrated in Islamic literature. This recitation contains praises and prayers for Allah to bestow blessings and peace upon the Messenger of Allah.

Q: Why is it called Sholawat Jibril?
A: It is called Sholawat Jibril because this recitation is believed to come from the teachings of Angel Jibril, which were then passed down to the followers of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. This is also explained in the book Kita Harus Bershalawat by Dian Erwanto.

Q: What is the difference between long and short Sholawat Jibril?
A: The long version of Sholawat Jibril consists of a series of praises such as �Anta syamsun anta badr� up to �Ya imamal qiblatain.� While the short version simply says �Allahumma shalli �ala Muhammad.�

Q: How is the short Sholawat Jibril recited?
A: The short Sholawat Jibril recitation is: �§���������������� �µ�������� �¹�������� �����­���������¯��, with the Latin being â��Allahumma shalli â��ala Muhammad,â�� which means â��O Allah, bestow blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad.â��

Q: How many times is it recommended to recite Sholawat Jibril?
A: In the book Rahasia Sehat Berkah Shalawat by M.Syukron Maksum et al. (2020), it is recommended to recite Sholawat Jibril 1,000 times every morning and evening to achieve abundance in sustenance and ease in affairs.

Q: What are the virtues of Sholawat Jibril?
A: Its virtues include being believed to open 70 doors of mercy, bring a tenfold reward from Allah, erase sins, elevate ranks, serve as a means of intercession, bring tranquility to the soul, and attract sustenance.

Q: Does Sholawat Jibril have a basis in hadith?
A: The virtue of sending blessings in general is mentioned in a sahih hadith that whoever sends blessings once to the Prophet, Allah will respond with ten blessings. Since Sholawat Jibril is a form of praise to the Messenger of Allah, it falls under that virtue.

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