Iftar Dua — Breaking the Fast
Dua at the moment of opening the fast
Also searched as: iftar ki dua • roza kholne ki dua
Arabic
ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الْأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ
Transliteration
Dhahabaz-zama’u wabtallatil-urooqu, wa thabatal-ajru in sha Allah.
Meaning
Thirst is gone, the veins are moistened and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills.
Reference
Sunan Abu Dawud
When to recite
At iftar, before eating • Once
Virtue
Marks the accepted moment of iftar with certainty of reward.
Sources & review
Sunan Abu Dawud
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Ibn Umar • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Iftar Dua — Breaking the Fast?
At iftar, before eating. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Iftar Dua — Breaking the Fast?
Marks the accepted moment of iftar with certainty of reward.
Where is Iftar Dua — Breaking the Fast from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud (narrated by Ibn Umar). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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