Muqaddasسَيِّدُنَا الْمُقَدَّس
Meaning: The Sacred
Sacred and blessed, purified by Allah.
Muqaddas
سَيِّدُنَا الْمُقَدَّسMeaning: The Sacred
Muqaddas in the Quran
Islamic Tradition
Prophetic Tradition
"He was sacred and pure in every way."
Virtue
His sacredness inspires reverence.
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 Muqaddas — A Complete Islamic Guide
Muqaddas (سَيِّدُنَا الْمُقَدَّس) is one of the blessed names of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning "The Sacred". This name falls under the Attribute category of his names and titles.
Muqaddas 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. Muqaddas belongs to the Attribute category, which includes attributes and descriptive qualities reflecting his noble character and conduct.
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How Muslims Use "Muqaddas" Today
In Salawat
Muslims invoke the Prophet's ﷺ blessed names — including Muqaddas — 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 "Muqaddas" 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.