"Mashallah" is an Arabic phrase that expresses a feeling of awe or beauty regarding an event or person that was just mentioned. It is often used to show appreciation for something happening for a person and to express amazement. The literal meaning of Mashallah is "God has willed it," in the sense of "what God has willed has happened". It is a way for Muslims to show respect and serves as a reminder that everything is achieved by the will of God. Saying Mashallah is also a way to express joy and happiness. In some Muslim communities, it is believed that reciting Mashallah has the power to ward off the evil eye, deter wicked djinn from entering the home, and to draw in blessings. The phrase is often used in conversation and can be inserted quickly to accentuate the Islamic idea of qadr, or divine preordainment.