Qudwahسَيِّدُنَا الْقُدْوَة
Meaning: The Role Model
The perfect example for all believers to follow in every aspect of life.
Qudwah
سَيِّدُنَا الْقُدْوَةMeaning: The Role Model
Qudwah in the Quran
لَّقَدْ كَانَ لَكُمْ فِي رَسُولِ اللَّهِ أُسْوَةٌ حَسَنَةٌ لِّمَن كَانَ يَرْجُو اللَّهَ وَالْيَوْمَ الْآخِرَ وَذَكَرَ اللَّهَ كَثِيرًا
(Quran 33:21)
Prophetic Tradition
"Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent example."
Virtue
Following his example leads to Allah's love.
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 Qudwah — A Complete Islamic Guide
Qudwah (سَيِّدُنَا الْقُدْوَة) is one of the blessed names of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning "The Role Model". This name falls under the Title category of his names and titles.
Qudwah 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. Qudwah 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 "Qudwah" Today
In Salawat
Muslims invoke the Prophet's ﷺ blessed names — including Qudwah — 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 "Qudwah" 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.