Salât-ı Ümmiyye is a type of prayer (salawat) in Islamic tradition, recited to express love, respect, and devotion to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
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Arabic Pronunciation:
Allâhümme salli alâ seyyidinâ Muhammedin-nebiyyi'l-ümmiyyi ve alâ âlihî ve sahbihî ve sellim.
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English Meaning:
"O Allah! Bestow mercy upon our master Muhammad, the unlettered Prophet, and upon his family and his companions, and grant them peace."
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This prayer holds a significant place in Islamic culture, particularly in congregational music and recitations during Mawlid (celebrations of the Prophet's birth).
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The composer of the Salât-ı Ümmiyye is widely recognized as Buhûrîzâde Mustafa Itrî Efendi, one of the most prominent figures in classical Turkish music.
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His composition of this piece in the Segâh maqam is considered a masterpiece of Turkish religious music. It remains a significant part of the cultural and spiritual heritage from the Ottoman era to the present day, celebrated for both its aesthetic beauty and profound spiritual depth.
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Artist/Project: The work is released under the artist name UFCEBABA, spearheaded by Ufuk Çelik.
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While the original piece carries deep historical and spiritual roots that I hold in high regard, this version is my contemporary interpretation ; my way of honoring the tradition while bringing my own voice and arrangement to it.
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I hope listeners can feel both the reverence for the original and the fresh energy of a modern reimagining.
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