Mawlaسَيِّدُنَا الْمَوْلَى
Meaning: The Master
The master, protector, and friend of the believers.
Mawla
سَيِّدُنَا الْمَوْلَىMeaning: The Master
Mawla in the Quran
Islamic Tradition
Prophetic Tradition
"For whoever I am his master, Ali is his master."
Virtue
His mastership is one of love and service.
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 Mawla — A Complete Islamic Guide
Mawla (سَيِّدُنَا الْمَوْلَى) is one of the blessed names of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning "The Master". This name falls under the Title category of his names and titles.
Mawla Among the Title 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. Mawla belongs to the Title category, which includes honorific titles given to the Prophet ﷺ reflecting his status, mission, and role as the final Messenger.
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How Muslims Use "Mawla" Today
In Salawat
Muslims invoke the Prophet's ﷺ blessed names — including Mawla — 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 "Mawla" 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.