What does Alayha as-Salam mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Alayha as-Salam (عليها السلام) in Islamic vocabulary.

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Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition Alayha as-Salam

A formula of peace upon a woman among the prophetesses or the righteous women, meaning: upon her be Allah's peace; said when she is mentioned.
When to say it? When mentioning a prophetess or a holy woman like Maryam

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إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَمَلَٰٓئِكَتَهُۥ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ۚ يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ صَلُّوا۟ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا۟ تَسْلِيمًا

God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.

Al-Ahzab 33:56

Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ