Salutations of the Elite Hardcover – January 26, 2026

Salutations of the Elite presents a treasury of ṣalawāt composed by some of the most revered saints and scholars in Islamic history. Rooted in the Prophetic command to increase blessings upon the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, these salutations have been cherished for centuries as a means of purifying and illuminating the heart and drawing closer to the Prophet. This collection includes well-known prayers such as Ṣalāt al-Ālī al-Qadr, Ṣalāt al-Kibrīt al-Aḥmar (The Red Sulphur), and Ṣalāt al-Bashā’ir al-Khayrāt, as well as salutations from masters of the Shādhilī, Bā Alawī, and Idrīsī traditions. Each salutation carries its own spiritual benefits, reflecting the unique relationship each saint had with the Prophet, peace be upon him. Written in clear Arabic text with English translation, this book is intended for anyone seeking an intimate connection and a meaningful bond with the Prophet, through which they will receive abundant reward, mercy, ease in their affairs and protection in the hereafter, as promised in authentic traditions. Read more