Iftar is the blessed moment when Muslims break their fast during Ramadan. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught Muslims to recite a beautiful dua at the time of iftar to thank Allah and seek blessings.
Dua in Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي لَكَ صُمْتُ وَبِكَ آمَنْتُ وَعَلَيْكَ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ
Urdu Translation
“اے اللہ! میں نے تیرے لیے روزہ رکھا، تجھ پر ایمان لایا، تجھ پر بھروسہ کیا اور تیرے رزق سے افطار کیا۔”
English Translation
“O Allah! I fasted for You, I believe in You, I trust in You, and with Your provision I break my fast.”
Meaning
This dua expresses gratitude to Allah for giving the strength to complete the fast.
Explanation
The time of iftar is very special because duas are accepted at that moment. Muslims should make sincere prayers and remember Allah while breaking the fast.
Benefits
- Brings blessings in iftar
- Increases gratitude
- Strengthens faith
- Helps gain rewards in Ramadan
When to Recite
- At the time of breaking the fast
- Before eating or drinking during iftar
Hadith Reference
The Prophet ﷺ said the fasting person has a dua that is not rejected at iftar time.
Reference:
Sunan Ibn Majah 1753
Conclusion
The Dua for Iftar is a beautiful supplication that every Muslim should recite daily during Ramadan to seek Allah’s blessings and mercy.