Dua for One Who Gives You Iftar
Praying for the host who fed your fast
Arabic
أَفْطَرَ عِنْدَكُمُ الصَّائِمُونَ وَأَكَلَ طَعَامَكُمُ الْأَبْرَارُ وَصَلَّتْ عَلَيْكُمُ الْمَلَائِكَةُ
Transliteration
Aftara indakumus-sa’imuna, wa akala ta’amakumul-abrar, wa sallat alaykumul-mala’ikah.
Meaning
May fasting people break their fast with you, the righteous eat your food, and the angels bless you.
Reference
Sunan Abu Dawud
When to recite
After eating iftar as a guest • Once
Virtue
Three blessings returned for one meal — fasting guests, righteous eaters and angelic prayer.
Sources & review
Sunan Abu Dawud
Prophetic dua • 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 Dua for One Who Gives You Iftar?
After eating iftar as a guest. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua for One Who Gives You Iftar?
Three blessings returned for one meal — fasting guests, righteous eaters and angelic prayer.
Where is Dua for One Who Gives You Iftar from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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