Qasida of Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse al Kaolacki

West African Recitation of Qasida Burdah by Imam Busiri

English version of Burdah, written by Shaykh Muḥammad Adeyinka Mendes.

Private recording at a Mawlid in Konya, 2013. 

English Qaṣīdat al-Burda

sali ya salam

Hubbu’n Nabi by Qari Tawfiq Al-Nouri

Shadhili Sufi Hadra in England – Ishrab Sharab – Muhammad al-Ya'qoubi

Morning Invocations from the Khulasa of Habib Umar, led by Shaykh Ibrahim Osi Efa
Recorded at the Trodden Path Retreat 1436 (2015)

Recording by brother Javid Khan https://soundcloud.com/javidkhan1

See the following link for Arabic Khulasa with English Translation:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/rao0ph6r0q7rpxk/Al-Khulasa_Habib%20Umr_Final_2014.pdf?dl=0

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Al-Mashrab Al-Ahn  
(The Most Delicious Drink) 

Directing Oneself Towards Allah Through His Most  Beautiful Names Poem By Al-Habib ‘Umar Bin Mu Ammad  Bin Salim Bin Hafiz Bin Al-Shayk Abi Bakr Bin Salim

LYRICS:

الله يا رحمن يارحيم =يا ملك عطاءه فخيم 
قدوس قدس بالصفاء روحي =وافتح علينا أكبر الفتوح 
سلام يا مؤمن آمن روعتي = مهيمن عزيز إرفع رتبتي 
جبار يا متكبر يا خالق = يا بارئ إني بفضلك واثق 
مصورغفار ياقهار =وهاب غيثك دائما مدرار 
رزاق يا فتاح يا عليم =إفضاله وخيره عميم 
ياقابض يا باسط هبنا المنى = يا خافض يارافع كن عوننا 
معز يا مذل هب لي عزا = سميع يا بصير كن لي حرزا 
يا حكم يا عدل عامل بالكرم = لطيف يا خبير وادفع النقم 
حليم يا عظيم يا غفور = شكور يا علي ياكبير 
حفيظ يا مقيت يا حسيب =جليل يا كريم يا رقيب 
مجيب يا واسع وسع مشهدي = حكيم يا ودود صف موردي 
مجيد يا باعث إبعث همتي =شهيد يا حق وحقق وجهتي 
وكيل يا قوي قو لي اليقين = متين يا ولي كنلنا معين 
حميد يا محصي فاصلح الامور =مبدئ يا معيد واشرح الصدور 
محيي مميت ربنا أصلح القلوب = ياحي ياقيوم وااكشف اللكروب 
يا واجد يا ماجد هبنا الامل =يا واحد يا أحد عز وجل 
يا فرد ياصمد أصلح الشؤن =يا قادر مقتدر جل الحزون 
مقدم مؤخر كن عوننا = أول يا آخر واكشف ضرنا 
يا ظاهر يا باطن اصلح ما ظهر = وباطنا يا وال يا متعال بر 
تواب تب واكف العدا يا منتقم =عفو يا رؤف سامح من ندم 
يا مالك الملك اعطني مرامي = فأنت ذو الجلال والاكرام 
مقسط يا جامع اجمع لي الخيور =غني يامغني وضاعف الأجور 
يا مانع يا ضار اكفنا الضرر = يا نافع انفعنا فأنت المدخر 
يا نور نور واهدنا ياهادي = بديع أصلح باطني والبادي 
يا باقي يا وارث يا رشيد = صبور هبنا فوق ما نريد 
من كل خير هاهنا والآخره =وزد وضاعف للهبات الوافره 
وهب لنا الحنان ياحنان = وامنن علينا إنك المنان 
بالمصطفى خير الأنام الطاهر =ذي القدر والوجه المنير الزاهر 
ذي الجاه والذكر الجميل العاطر = وأكرم الشفعاء عند الفاطر 
صلى عليه الله والآل الغرر = وصحبه والتابعين بالأثر 
مسلما في كل حين أبدا = والحمد للرحمن دأبا سرمدا

Al-Mashrab Al-Ahn  - Asma Allah al Husna Qasida

The Qasida Muhammadiya is a poetic ode dedicated to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is a classical form of devotional poetry in Arabic, praising the Prophet’s virtues, character, and significance in the Islamic tradition. The qasida (an Arabic term for a formal, structured poem) has been a powerful tool for expressing love, veneration, and spiritual longing for the Prophet.

 Core Themes of Qasida Muhammadiya

1. Praise of the Prophet (Madh-e-Rasool):  
   The poem glorifies the Prophet Muhammad as the greatest of all creation, a source of mercy, and the epitome of perfection. It often highlights his qualities, such as compassion, wisdom, and leadership.

2. Intercession (Shafa’a):  
   Many lines in the qasida appeal for the Prophet’s intercession on the Day of Judgment, reflecting the belief in his role as an intercessor for humanity.

3. Expression of Love and Devotion:  
   The poem is filled with deep expressions of love and longing for the Prophet. The poet often describes the spiritual connection and yearning to be near him, spiritually and physically.

4. Divine Light (Nur-e-Muhammadi):  
   Some versions emphasize the concept of Nur-e-Muhammadi (the light of Muhammad), presenting the Prophet as a pre-existent and eternal light created by Allah before the rest of creation.

5. Miracles and Superiority:  
   The qasida often recounts the miracles (mu'jizat) of the Prophet and his superiority over other prophets and creation.

 Famous Examples

While there is no single, universally recognized Qasida Muhammadiya, various poets have written poems that fall under this category. Among the most celebrated examples is Qasida al-Burda ("The Poem of the Mantle") by Imam Al-Busiri, which praises the Prophet extensively and is recited worldwide in Islamic gatherings.

 Purpose and Legacy

The Qasida Muhammadiya serves as a means of:  
1. Strengthening Faith: By recounting the Prophet’s attributes, it reinforces the believers' love and admiration for him.  
2. Spiritual Connection: Reciting or listening to the qasida is believed to bring blessings, peace, and a sense of nearness to the Prophet.  
3. Cultural Identity: These poems are often integral to Islamic devotional practices and are recited in gatherings, particularly during celebrations like Mawlid (the Prophet's birthday).

In summary, the Qasida Muhammadiya is a heartfelt and reverent expression of love for the Prophet Muhammad, intertwining theology, devotion, and poetry to inspire and elevate the faith of believers.

Qasida of Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse al Kaolacki

Muhibbah محبة