Basharسَيِّدُنَا الْبَشَر
Meaning: The Mortal / Human
A human being like others, yet chosen for prophethood.
Bashar
سَيِّدُنَا الْبَشَرMeaning: The Mortal / Human
Bashar in the Quran
قُلْ إِنَّمَا أَنَا بَشَرٌ مِّثْلُكُمْ يُوحَىٰ إِلَيَّ
(Quran 18:110)
Prophetic Tradition
"Say: I am only a man like you, to whom has been revealed."
Virtue
His humanity makes him relatable and approachable.
Name Information
Quick Reference
Quran 33:56
Recommended: Recite Salawat upon learning this name
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Send Blessings Upon the Prophet ﷺ
"Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who believe, send blessings upon him and greet him with peace." — Quran 33:56
Understanding Bashar — A Complete Islamic Guide
Bashar (سَيِّدُنَا الْبَشَر) is one of the blessed names of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning "The Mortal / Human". This name falls under the Attribute category of his names and titles.
Bashar Among the Attribute Names
The 300+ names and titles of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ are grouped into categories that help readers understand the source and nature of each name. Bashar belongs to the Attribute category, which includes attributes and descriptive qualities reflecting his noble character and conduct.
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How Muslims Use "Bashar" Today
In Salawat
Muslims invoke the Prophet's ﷺ blessed names — including Bashar — when sending Salawat (blessings) upon him, an act of worship highly rewarded in Islam.
In Study (Seerah)
Each name reveals a unique dimension of the Prophet's ﷺ character and mission, helping students of Seerah understand his complete biography.
As a Baby Name
Many parents choose "Bashar" or names derived from it for their children, following the Prophet's ﷺ encouragement to take on blessed names.
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Send Blessings Upon the Prophet ﷺ
"Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who believe, send blessings upon him and greet him with peace." — Quran 33:56
May Allah send abundant blessings and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his companions. Ameen.