Question: What is salawat?

Answer: It is conveying blessings upon the Prophet (s) and his Ahl al-Bayt (as)

Question: How does one say the salawat?

Answer: One says: Allahumma Sallī ʿAlā Muhammad wa Āli Muhammad

Question: What are the effects of saying the salawat?

Answer: Allah and the angels respond by conveying their blessings upon the person who said the salawat.

Question: Is saying the salawat enough for salvation?

Answer: No, salawat must be combined with obeying God in all matters and doing good deeds.

Question: Is the salawat obligatory?

Answer: The salawat are obligatory during prayers, but they are recommended in all else.