Meaning & Origin
A greeting of peace, conveying a sense of harmony and serenity.
Spiritual meaning
A symbol of the divine peace that descends upon the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Language details
Salam
Salam means peace, safety, and security
سلام
سلام کا مطلب ہے امن، سکون اور تحفظ
سلام
السلام هو اسم يعني السلام والتحية والهدوء
सलाम
सलाम का अर्थ है शांति, सुरक्षा और संरक्षण
سلام
سلام د امن، سول او خوندیتوب معنی لري
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
sah-lahm
/sæˈlɑːm/
Lucky number
2
Lucky day
Sunday
Lucky colors
Life path
11
Lucky stone
Rose Quartz
Cultural & Spiritual notes
In Islamic culture, saying "Salam" is a common greeting used to imply goodwill and friendship towards others. The word "Salam" is derived from the Arabic root words "Sala" meaning safe and "Salam" meaning peace. This greeting is not only used as a simple greeting but also as a way to end a conversation or an argument peacefully.
In Islamic spirituality, "Salam" is used to signify the attainment of inner peace and tranquility. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is said to have mentioned that saying "Salam" upon entering one's own house signifies seeking refuge from the chaos of the outside world and seeking blessings for one's household. The word "Salam" also represents the greeting given to angels and the prayers of Prophets and righteous people in the heavens. It is believed that the first thing that the believers will hear in the hereafter is the greeting of "As Salamu Alaikum" from Allah SWT. Therefore, the concept of "Salam" holds deep spiritual significance as a reminder of the importance of maintaining peace and inner harmony in one's personal life and the greater world.
Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical references
Historical records show that The name Salam is mentioned in the Quran. The name Salam carried significant weight in that era.
7th century
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