Authentic Dua for Breaking Fast-Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil

Authentic Dua for Breaking Fast-Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil

Dua for Breaking Fast by Saying “Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil” at Iftar is a meaningful act of worship, filled with rewards and gratitude, and it connects us to the Prophet’s (PBUH) practice.

Authentic Dua for Breaking Fast-Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil

Arabic TextTransliterationEnglish Translation
ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُDhahaba aẓ-ẓama’u wa-abtallati al-‘urūqu wa thabata al-ajru in shā’a Allāh“The thirst has gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is confirmed if Allah wills.”

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    Explanation of the Dua:

    • The Dua is recited when breaking the fast. It acknowledges that thirst has ended and the body is nourished, symbolizing gratitude for the food and water provided.
    • This Dua also expresses hope that Allah accepts the fasting person’s worship and rewards them for their efforts.

    Hadith:

    Marwan ibn Salim al-Muqaffa’ said:

    I saw Ibn Umar holding his beard with his hand and cutting what exceeded the handful of it. He (Ibn Umar) said that the Prophet (ﷺ) said when he broke his fast: Thirst has gone, the arteries are moist, and the reward is sure, if Allah wills” Sunan Abi Dawud 2357

    Hadith 2 (Mishkat al-Masabih 1993):
    Ibn ‘Umar told that the Prophet said when he broke his fast, “Thirst has gone, the arteries are moist, and the reward is sure if God wills.”

    Alternative Duas:

    DuaArabic TextTransliterationTranslation
    Dua 1اللّهُمّ إِنّي لَكَ صُمْتُ وَبِكَ آمَنْتُ وَعَلَيْكَ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُAllahumma inni laka sumtu, wa bika aamantu, wa ‘alayka tawakkaltu, wa ‘ala rizqika aftartu“O Allah, I have fasted for You, and I believe in You, and I put my trust in You, and with Your provision, I break my fast.”
    Dua 2 (Sunan Abi Dawud 2358)اللّهُمّ لَكَ صُمْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُAllahumma laka sumtu wa ‘ala rizqika aftartu“O Allah, for You I have fasted, and with Your provision, I break my fast.”

      Benefits of Reciting “Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil”:

      • Shows Gratitude: This dua is a way to thank Allah for the food and water after fasting, helping us feel more grateful.
      • Follows the Sunnah: By saying this dua, we follow the example of the Prophet (PBUH) and earn rewards for doing so.
      • Earns Rewards and Acceptance: The dua reminds us that fasting is rewarded by Allah, motivating us to keep up our worship.
      • Builds Humility and Reflection: Reciting this dua helps us reflect on our day of fasting, making us humble and mindful of our dependence on Allah.
      • Adds Blessings to Iftar: Starting the meal with this dua invites Allah’s blessings, bringing more goodness to the food.

      Saying “Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil” at iftar is a meaningful act of worship, filled with rewards and gratitude, and it connects us to the Prophet’s (PBUH) practice.

      About Me I am Sameena Mohsin—a proud mother, blogger, nutritionist, and health coach. Being a Muslim, I believe it is my duty to share the beauty of Islam and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) with authenticity and simplicity. My journey began in 2018, when I started blogging about Islamic topics. Together with my co-mate, Sania Sajid Kazi, we dedicated ourselves to writing content that highlights the Sunnah and is supported by authentic Hadith.

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