Naat
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A Na`at is a poetry
that specifically praises the Islamic prophet Muhammad
. Many of the famous scholars in the earlier days of Islam
wrote Naat. People who recite Naat are known as Naat-Khua'an or Sana'a-Khua'an.
started this work. He was also known as Shair-e-Darbaar-e-Risalat. Even before accepting Islam he was a poet, but after embracing Islam he gave a new turn to his poetry and started writing Na'ats in honor of Muhammad. He was famous for his poetry that defended Muhammad in response to rival poets that attacked him and his religion. Therefore Hassan is known as the first Sana-Khawaan (Naat reciter) of that time. After that many a poet followed this trend and totally dedicated themselves to writing Naats.
Islamic poetry is rich in the praise of Muhammad. Rarely has there been any Muslim poet
who has not written about him. This is mainly inspired from the Islamic Hadith that each act of veneration will result in ten blessings of God on the person who venerates. .
, Persian
, Arabic
and also in Punjabi
.
In the Arabi language, Naat is usually referred as Madih
(praise), or simply as Nasheed (poetry) or Anasheed
(plural). The latter two terms can describe any type of religious poetry.
Anasheed or Naat usually is not accompanied by musical instruments. However some scholars have allowed the use of the daf
(small drum). Usually poetry that is accompanied by musical instruments is called Ghinaa (music).
In the Muslim's heart there is the
Home for Muhammad
All our glory is from the name of Muhammad
1.From Asrar-i-Khudi (edited slightly)
If you are loyal to Muhammad, then We are yours,
This universe is nothing - The Tablet and Pen are yours.
2. From Jawab-i-Shikwah (edited slightly)
Sheikh Saadi:
from Qasida Burda edited slightly
Poetry
Poetry is a form of literary art in which language is used for its aesthetic and evocative qualities in addition to, or in lieu of, its apparent meaning...
that specifically praises the Islamic prophet Muhammad
Muhammad
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. Many of the famous scholars in the earlier days of Islam
Islam
Islam . The most common are and . : Arabic pronunciation varies regionally. The first vowel ranges from ~~. The second vowel ranges from ~~~...
wrote Naat. People who recite Naat are known as Naat-Khua'an or Sana'a-Khua'an.
History
It is difficult to trace the history of Na'at Khawani since no authenticated record of when it was initiated can be found. On a more regularized basis, Muhammad's companion Hassan ibn ThabitHassan ibn Thabit
Hassan ibn Thabit was an Arabian poet and one of the Sahaba, or companions of Muhammad. He was born in Yathrib , and was member of the Banu Khazraj tribe. According to tradition, he was the court poet to Muhammad.-Life:...
started this work. He was also known as Shair-e-Darbaar-e-Risalat. Even before accepting Islam he was a poet, but after embracing Islam he gave a new turn to his poetry and started writing Na'ats in honor of Muhammad. He was famous for his poetry that defended Muhammad in response to rival poets that attacked him and his religion. Therefore Hassan is known as the first Sana-Khawaan (Naat reciter) of that time. After that many a poet followed this trend and totally dedicated themselves to writing Naats.
Islamic poetry is rich in the praise of Muhammad. Rarely has there been any Muslim poet
Poet
A poet is a person who writes poetry. A poet's work can be literal, meaning that his work is derived from a specific event, or metaphorical, meaning that his work can take on many meanings and forms. Poets have existed since antiquity, in nearly all languages, and have produced works that vary...
who has not written about him. This is mainly inspired from the Islamic Hadith that each act of veneration will result in ten blessings of God on the person who venerates. .
Language
Commonly the term Naat-Shareef (Exalted Poetry) is reserved and used for poetry in the praise of Muhammad written in Urdu, TurkishTurkish language
Turkish is a language spoken as a native language by over 83 million people worldwide, making it the most commonly spoken of the Turkic languages. Its speakers are located predominantly in Turkey and Northern Cyprus with smaller groups in Iraq, Greece, Bulgaria, the Republic of Macedonia, Kosovo,...
, Persian
Persian language
Persian is an Iranian language within the Indo-Iranian branch of the Indo-European languages. It is primarily spoken in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and countries which historically came under Persian influence...
, Arabic
Arabic language
Arabic is a name applied to the descendants of the Classical Arabic language of the 6th century AD, used most prominently in the Quran, the Islamic Holy Book...
and also in Punjabi
Punjabi language
Punjabi is an Indo-Aryan language spoken by inhabitants of the historical Punjab region . For Sikhs, the Punjabi language stands as the official language in which all ceremonies take place. In Pakistan, Punjabi is the most widely spoken language...
.
In the Arabi language, Naat is usually referred as Madih
Madih nabawi
Madih nabawi one of the principal religious genres of Arabic music, is a song form devoted to eulogizing or rather praising the Prophet Muhammad and his family. The genre dates from 632 CE, immediately after the death of Muhammad, but the performers address Muhammad as if he were still alive...
(praise), or simply as Nasheed (poetry) or Anasheed
Anasheed
Anasheed , is Islamic vocal music that is either sung a cappella or accompanied by percussion instruments such as the daff...
(plural). The latter two terms can describe any type of religious poetry.
Anasheed or Naat usually is not accompanied by musical instruments. However some scholars have allowed the use of the daf
Daf
A daf is a frame drum used as a musical instrument in popular and classical music. The term daf is used in Iran / Kurdistan for a large drum that has a series of four interlinked rings in the frame. Daf is mostly used in Middle East, Iran, Armenia, Pakistan, Turkey, Tajikistan, Azerbaijan and ...
(small drum). Usually poetry that is accompanied by musical instruments is called Ghinaa (music).
Excerpts
By Allama Iqbal:In the Muslim's heart there is the
Home for Muhammad
All our glory is from the name of Muhammad
1.From Asrar-i-Khudi (edited slightly)
If you are loyal to Muhammad, then We are yours,
This universe is nothing - The Tablet and Pen are yours.
2. From Jawab-i-Shikwah (edited slightly)
Sheikh Saadi:
- Gracious of disposition,
- Of elegant form (Muhammad)
- The Prophet of the people,
- The intercessor of nations
- The Prelate of Prophets,
- Leader in the path (Of Religion!)
- The Faithful of God, the place of descent of Gabriel
Al-Busiri
- Muhammad, leader of the two worlds
- And of Man and the jinn,
- Leader also of the Arabs
- And non-Arabs and their kin,
- Our Prophet , Commander of Right,
- Prohibits evil's way
from Qasida Burda edited slightly
Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai
- Oh Moon, never mind if
- I tell you the truth
- Sometimes you are dim
- Sometimes you are bright
- Still, your brightness is not equal
- To an atom of the dust
- From the foot of Muhammad
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- Durood
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