"Shah-e-Mardan Ali" is a profound Sufi qawwali most famously performed by Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. The title translates to "King of Brave Men, Ali," and the lyrics serve as a devotional tribute to Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad. Core Themes and Significance
Here are the English translations of the lyrics:
Pādshāh-e dastār bāndān ( Padshah e Dastar Bandan ) The Emperor of the Turban-Tied Ones shah e mardan e ali lyrics english translation
. The lyrics are a profound expression of love and reverence for Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib, emphasizing his role as a spiritual guide and a legendary warrior. Core Lyrics and English Translation The following are the central verses typically found in the Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan Transliterated Lyric English Translation Shah-e-Mardan, Sher-e-Yazdan King of Brave Men, Lion of God Quwat-e-Parwardigar Power of the Lord La fata illa Ali There is no hero/warrior like Ali La Sayf illa Zulfiqar There is no sword like Zulfiqar Ali Imaam-e-manasto manam Ghulaam-e-Ali Ali is my Imam, and I am the slave of Ali Hazaar jaan-e-giraamii fidaa-e-naam-e-Ali
Original: Jis ne Ali ko jaana, us ne Khuda ko jaana Translation: Whoever has known Ali, has known God (referencing a famous hadith: "Ali is with the Quran and the Quran is with Ali"). "Shah-e-Mardan Ali" is a profound Sufi qawwali most
Shah-e Mardan-e Ali: This means "The King of the Men, Ali." It signifies Ali's unparalleled bravery, leadership, and his position among men.
Khāndān-e ī shān ( Khandan e Ishan ) The Family of Honor The lyrics are a profound expression of love
Hazrat 'Alī in Nusrat's Qawwals | سليمان ابن قدّيس
Mohammedur Rasulullah Translation: "Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah"