314. Dua of Iftar

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Dua of Iftar in Arabic

اَللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ بِرَحْمَتِكَ الَّتِي وَسِعَتْ كُلَّ شَيْءٍ أَنْ تَغْفِرَ لِي

Dua of Iftar English Transliteration

Allaahumma 'innee 'as'aluka birahmatikal-latee wasi'at kulla shay'in 'an taghfira lee

Dua of Iftar English Translation

O Allah, I ask You by Your mercy, which encompasses all things, that You forgive me.

Abdullah bin Amr (RA) used to say this dua during Iftar.

ReferenceHasan (Hafiz Ibn Hazar). Takhrijul Adhkar, Sharhul Adhkar: 4/342

Benefits of dua of iftar

Reciting dua of iftar brings blessings and forgiveness

  • The dua of iftar opens a special moment to seek Allah's mercy and forgiveness
  • Saying this iftar dua deepens connection to Islamic prayers and ramadan dua
  • Dua of iftar is a reminder to reflect on Allah's mercy during ramadan kareem
  • Brings peace and hope to hearts of those fasting with prayer for breaking fast
  • Connects Muslims to the beautiful tradition of dua before iftar in ramadan fasting
  • Helps remember the importance of dua for forgiveness and dua ramadan

When to Recite dua of iftar

  • Recite dua of iftar right before breaking your fast at sunset during ramadan fasting
  • This dua for breaking fast is best said with the first bite or sip at iftar time
  • Recite dua of iftar during ramadan kareem gatherings with family and friends
  • Say this ramadan prayer after hearing the adhan for maghrib salah at iftar
  • Dua of iftar can be recited in any place where you are ending your fast

How to Perform dua of iftar

  • Begin dua of iftar by making sincere intention to break your fast for Allahin ramadan fasting
  • Face the qiblah and raise your hands before starting your iftar dua for breaking fast
  • Recite the Arabic or transliteration of this dua of iftar with humility and focus
  • Reflect on the meaning of this dua for forgiveness and ask from your heart
  • Complete your dua of iftar before taking the first bite or sip at maghrib time

Summary

The dua of iftar is a heartfelt prayer recited by Muslims at the moment of breaking the fast during ramadan fasting. This Islamic dua asks Allahfor forgiveness by mentioning His vast mercy that covers everything. Every evening, Muslims around the world turn to Allahwith this dua for breaking fast and seeking blessings. The dua of iftar brings comfort and connects believers to the tradition of ramadan kareem. It serves as a reminder to seek mercy, especially at the special time of iftar.

Frequently Ask & Question

The iftar dua is Allaahumma laka sumtu wa 'ala rizqika aftartu. It means O Allah, for You I have fasted and by Your provision I have broken the fast. This is recited before eating after fasting.

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