Sending Prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ – Its Rulings, Virtues & Benefits  | Imam ʿAbdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni

Sending Prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ is a profound exploration of one of the most beloved acts of worship in Islam: invoking Allah’s blessings and peace upon His Messenger, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Written by the distinguished Syrian scholar Imam ʿAbdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni, this work combines Qurʾanic interpretation, Prophetic traditions, Islamic jurisprudence and spiritual insight to explain the meaning, rulings, virtues and benefits of sending prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ.

Drawing extensively upon the Qurʾan, Hadith and the teachings of classical scholars, the author guides readers towards a deeper understanding of this noble practice and its central place in the spiritual life of a Muslim.

More than a discussion of religious rulings, this book is an invitation to cultivate sincere love, reverence and attachment to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

The Qurʾanic command to send prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ

At the heart of the book is the celebrated verse from Sūrat al-Aḥzāb:

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 believe, invoke blessings upon him and greet him with abundant peace.

(Qurʾan 33:56)

Imam Sirajuddin examines this verse in detail, exploring its language, theological implications and spiritual significance.

Through these discussions, readers are introduced to the richness of Qurʾanic interpretation and the special status of the Prophet ﷺ.

The rulings of sending prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ

A distinguishing feature of this work is its careful treatment of the legal dimensions of ṣalawāt.

Rather than discussing the subject exclusively from a devotional perspective, Imam Sirajuddin examines the obligations and recommendations associated with invoking blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ.

Subjects covered include:

* The religious obligation of sending prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ
* The meaning and implications of the Qurʾanic command
* The recommendation to mention the Prophet ﷺ with his noble titles
* The obligation of invoking blessings upon him in relevant circumstances
* The emphasis placed upon ṣalawāt in Prophetic traditions
* Warnings transmitted concerning neglecting ṣalawāt when the Prophet ﷺ is mentioned

These discussions make the book valuable for students interested in the relationship between Islamic jurisprudence, hadith interpretation and devotional practice.

The virtues and benefits of ṣalawāt

Beyond its legal dimensions, the book explores the immense spiritual value of sending prayers upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

Imam Sirajuddin presents ṣalawāt as an expression of love, gratitude, reverence and connection to the Prophet ﷺ.

Drawing upon the Qurʾan, Prophetic traditions and the insights of earlier scholars, he highlights the importance of making this practice a regular part of one’s life.

The work encourages readers to reflect upon the Prophet’s noble rank, his relationship with the believers and the transformative effect that sincere remembrance and devotion can have upon the heart.

It is therefore particularly relevant for readers interested in tazkiyat al-nafs, tasawwuf and the cultivation of Prophetic love.

A combination of knowledge and spiritual refinement

One of the strengths of Sending Prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ is its integration of scholarly analysis and spiritual reflection.

The author does not separate intellectual understanding from religious practice. Instead, he demonstrates how knowledge of the Qurʾan and Sunna can deepen one’s reverence for the Prophet ﷺ and encourage greater devotion.

The result is a work that speaks to both the student of Islamic sciences and the reader seeking spiritual nourishment.

Its discussions are particularly relevant to the study of:

* Ṣalawāt and salām upon the Prophet ﷺ
* Qurʾanic exegesis (tafsīr)
* Hadith and Prophetic traditions
* Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh)
* The virtues of devotional acts (faḍāʾil al-aʿmāl)
* Prophetic love (maḥabbat al-Nabī ﷺ)
* Spiritual purification (tazkiyah)

About the author

Imam ʿAbdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni al-Halabi (1923–2002) was a distinguished Syrian scholar from Aleppo, widely respected for his knowledge of the Qurʾan, Hadith, Islamic jurisprudence and the spiritual sciences.

He was raised in a scholarly family and studied under his father, Shaykh Muhammad Najib Sirajuddin al-Husayni, as well as other prominent scholars of Aleppo.

He memorised the Qurʾan at a young age and pursued advanced studies in Hadith, Qurʾanic exegesis and Islamic law.

A scholar of the Hanafi school and associated with the Rifaʿi spiritual tradition, Imam Sirajuddin became particularly known for his deep devotion to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.

His scholarly writings reflect a combination of traditional learning, spiritual insight and profound reverence for the Prophet ﷺ.

Who is this book for?

This book is particularly suitable for:

* Muslims seeking to deepen their love for the Prophet ﷺ
* Students of Hadith and Islamic jurisprudence
* Readers interested in the virtues and rulings of ṣalawāt
* Students of tasawwuf and spiritual purification
* Teachers and Islamic study circles
* Readers studying the spiritual dimensions of Prophetic traditions
* Those seeking a meaningful addition to their daily devotional practice

Level: Beginner to intermediate, with additional depth for students of Islamic sciences.

Summary

Sending Prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ by Imam ʿAbdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni is a comprehensive study of the rulings, virtues and spiritual benefits of ṣalawāt. Drawing upon the Qurʾan, Hadith and classical Islamic scholarship, the author explores the meaning of Qurʾan 33:56, the obligations of invoking blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ and the importance of cultivating sincere Prophetic love.

Book details
Title Sending Prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ
Subtitle Its Rulings, Virtues & Benefits
Author Imam ʿAbdallah Sirajuddin al-Husayni
Translator Abdul Aziz Suraqah
Subject Ṣalawāt / Hadith / Fiqh / Spirituality
Language English
Publisher Sunni Publications
Place Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Edition First Edition
Year 2015
Pages 240
Binding Paperback
Weight 275 g
ISBN 978-90-79294-20-6
ISBN-13 9789079294206
Condition New

Nederlands

Sending Prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ – De voorschriften, verdiensten en voordelen van ṣalawāt

Sending Prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ is een diepgaand Engelstalig werk van de Syrische geleerde Imām ʿAbdallāh Sirāj al-Dīn al-Ḥusaynī over het verrichten van zegenbeden en vredesgroeten voor de Profeet Muḥammad ﷺ.

Centraal staat het Qurʾānvers:

إِنَّ اللَّهَ وَمَلَائِكَتَهُ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى النَّبِيِّ ۚ يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا صَلُّوا عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا تَسْلِيمًا

Voorwaar, Allah en Zijn engelen zenden zegeningen over de Profeet. O jullie die geloven, zend zegeningen over hem en begroet hem met vrede.

(Sūrat al-Aḥzāb 33:56)

De auteur bespreekt uitgebreid de betekenis van dit vers, de religieuze voorschriften rondom ṣalawāt en de bijzondere verdiensten die in de islamitische bronnen worden genoemd.

Daarnaast besteedt hij aandacht aan de spirituele dimensie van deze aanbidding en de betekenis ervan voor de liefde en verbondenheid met de Profeet ﷺ.

Het boek behandelt onder andere:

* De betekenis van Allahs zegeningen over de Profeet ﷺ
* De betekenis van ṣalawāt door de engelen en gelovigen
* De verplichtingen en aanbevelingen rondom ṣalawāt
* De bijzondere positie van de Profeet ﷺ
* De betekenis van zijn familie in dit verband
* De verdiensten en spirituele voordelen van zegenbeden
* De relatie tussen kennis, aanbidding en liefde voor de Profeet ﷺ

Imām Sirāj al-Dīn combineert hierbij Qurʾānuitleg, hadithwetenschap, fiqh en spirituele inzichten uit de klassieke soennitische traditie.

Een waardevol boek voor iedereen die zijn kennis van ṣalawāt wil verdiepen en zijn liefde voor de Boodschapper van Allah ﷺ wil versterken.

 

العربية

الصلاة والسلام عليك يا سيدي يا رسول الله ﷺ

أحكام الصلاة على النبي ﷺ وفضائلها وفوائدها

كتاب باللغة الإنجليزية للإمام عبد الله سراج الدين الحسيني الحلبي رحمه الله، بترجمة عبد العزيز سراقه.

يتناول الكتاب معاني الصلاة والسلام على سيدنا محمد ﷺ، وأحكامها الشرعية، وفضائلها العظيمة، وفوائدها الإيمانية والروحية.

وينطلق المؤلف من قوله تعالى:

﴿إِنَّ اللَّهَ وَمَلَائِكَتَهُ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى النَّبِيِّ يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا صَلُّوا عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا تَسْلِيمًا﴾

الأحزاب: ٥٦

ويشرح معاني الآية الكريمة، ومقام النبي ﷺ، ومعنى صلاة الله وملائكته والمؤمنين عليه، والأحكام المتعلقة بالصلاة والسلام عليه.

كما يستعرض النصوص الواردة في فضل الصلاة على النبي ﷺ، ويبين أثرها في محبته وتعظيمه والاقتداء به.

ويمتاز الكتاب بجمعه بين التفسير والحديث والفقه والتزكية، مع الاستفادة من أقوال علماء أهل السنة والجماعة.

كتاب نافع لطلاب العلم ومحبي رسول الله ﷺ، ولمن يرغب في التعمق في معاني الصلاة والسلام عليه وفضائلها.