Tala Al Badru Alayna Lyrics Direct

Ji’ta sharrafta al-Madinah Fa-ahlan wa sahlan bika fina

The poem is brief but powerful, typically consisting of four primary verses that are often repeated in a chorus format: Transliteration English Translation Tala‘a al-badru ‘alaynā The full moon rose over us مِنْ ثَنِيَّاتِ الوَدَاع Min thaniyyāti-l-wadā‘ From the valley of Wada‘ وَجَبَ الشُّكْرُ عَلَيْنَا Wajaba-sh-shukru ‘alaynā And it is incumbent upon us to show gratitude مَا دَعَا لِلَّهِ دَاع Mā da‘ā lillāhi dā‘ For as long as any caller calls to Allah Cultural Impact tala al badru alayna lyrics

Tala‘ al-badru ‘alayna Min thaniyyat al-wada‘ Ji’ta sharrafta al-Madinah Fa-ahlan wa sahlan bika fina

: Traditionally, the song was sung by the Ansar (the residents of Medina) to welcome Prophet Muhammad upon his arrival in the city during the Hijra (migration from Mecca) in 622 CE. Some accounts also link it to his return from the Battle of Tabuk. A popular fourth verse often heard is: :

Over time, additional verses have been commonly added to the nasheed, particularly in modern recordings. A popular fourth verse often heard is:

: The lyrics compare the Prophet to the "full moon" rising over the hills, signifying light, guidance, and a new era for the community. Lyrics Review & Structure