Powerful Duas to Recite When Breaking the Fast

Fasting in Islam is not limited to abstaining from food and drink — it is a profound act of worship in which the believer draws closer to Allah through discipline, patience, and devotion. Among the most spiritually significant moments for a fasting believer is the iftar (Breaking the Fast) — the breaking of the fast at sunset. This moment, when the fast is lifted and the believer’s body is nourished once again, is also a time of deep spiritual connection, mercy, and answered prayers.

The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) emphasized the virtue of the moment of iftar, saying that there are blessings and a special acceptance of duas at that time. Therefore, invoking Allah with heartfelt supplications and prophetic duas as we break the fast is highly recommended and spiritually rewarding.

READ MORE: How to Fast in Ramadan for Spiritual Growth

This article will guide you through the most powerful and authentic duas to recite when breaking your fast, complete with Arabic text, transliteration, and English translation — along with explanations and additional prayers that enrich your spirituality during Ramadan and beyond.

1. 🌅 The Virtue of Dua at Iftar

The Prophet (ﷺ) said:

“The dua at the time of breaking the fast is not rejected.”
— Ibn Majah

This indicates the unique acceptance and mercy from Allah that surrounds the moment of iftar. The believer’s sincere proximity to Allah, the emptiness of the stomach, and the reverence of the moment make supplications more likely to be accepted.

It’s an opportunity to seek:

• Forgiveness

• Blessings

• Guidance

• Relief from hardship

• Sustenance and provision

• Acceptance of other worship acts

2. 📿 Prophetic Duas for Breaking the Fast

A. Main Dua When Breaking the Fast (Authentic)

💠 Arabic:

اللهم لك صمت وعلى رزقك أفطرت

💠 Transliteration:
Allahumma laka ṣumtu wa ‘alā rizqika afthartu

💠 English Translation:
O Allah! For You I have fasted and with Your provision I break my fast.

This is the primary supplication the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) taught to be recited at the time of breaking the fast. It expresses gratitude and acknowledgment that the strength to fast and the food to break the fast both come from Allah.

B. Dua After Finishing the Meal

After eating and drinking, the believer can also say a dua of praise and gratitude:

💠 Arabic:

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنَا وَسَقَانَا وَجَعَلَنَا مِنَ الْمُسْلِمِينَ

💠 Transliteration:
Alḥamdu lillāhilladhī aṭ‘amanā wa saqānā wa ja‘alanā min al-Muslimīn

💠 English Translation:
All praise is due to Allah who has fed us, given us drink, and made us among the Muslims.

This dua expresses appreciation for the blessings just conferred — the meal, the sustenance, and the state of Islam itself.

C. Additional Dua of Gratitude

💠 Arabic:

اللهم إني لك شكرت و إليك أسلمت

💠 Transliteration:
Allahumma innī laka shakartu wa ilayka aslamtu

💠 English Translation:
O Allah! I thank You, and to You I submit.

This supplication reflects humility, acknowledgment of Allah’s favor, and reaffirmation of submission to Him.

3. 🤲 General Duas for Ramadan

Beyond the specific dua of iftar, it is recommended to engage in general supplications throughout Ramadan. They include:

A. Dua for Seeking Forgiveness

💠 Arabic:

رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَا أَنفُسَنَا وَإِن لَّمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ

💠 Transliteration:
Rabbana ẓalamna anfusana wa in lam taghfir lana wa tarḥamna lanakūnanna mina al-khāsirīn

💠 English Translation:
Our Lord! We have wronged ourselves. If You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.

This is a powerful dua of repentance — ideal for Ramadan when hearts are soft and Allah’s mercy is abundant.

B. Dua for Acceptance of Worship

💠 Arabic:

اللهم تقبل منا إنك أنت السميع العليم

💠 Transliteration:
Allahumma taqabbal minnā innaka anta al-Samī‘u al-‘Alīm

💠 English Translation:
O Allah! Accept from us; indeed You are the All-Hearing, All-Knowing.

This is especially meaningful after prayer, dua, or voluntary worship like taraweeh or qiyam ul-layl.

4. 🕋 Duas for Specific Needs

Fasting creates an ideal state to turn to Allah with personal concerns. Here are heartfelt supplications for common spiritual and worldly needs:

A. Dua for Forgiveness

💠 Arabic:

اللهم اغفر لي وتب عليّ إنك أنت التواب الرحيم

💠 Transliteration:
Allahumma ighfir lī wa tub ‘alayya innaka anta al-Tawwābu ar-Raḥīm

💠 English Translation:
O Allah, forgive me and accept my repentance. Indeed You are the Most Oft-Returning, Most Merciful.

B. Dua for Guidance

💠 Arabic:

اهدنا الصراط المستقيم

💠 Transliteration:
Ihdinā aṣ-ṣirāṭ al-mustaqīm

💠 English Translation:
Guide us to the straight path.

This is part of Surah Fatiha — a foundational prayer for guidance and stability.

C. Dua for Ease and Relief

💠 Arabic:

اللهم لا سهل إلا ما جعلته سهلا وأنت تجعل الحزن إذا شئت سهلا

💠 Transliteration:
Allahumma lā sahla illā mā ja‘altahu sahlan wa anta taj‘alu al-ḥuzna idhā shi’ta sahlan

💠 English Translation:
O Allah! There is no ease except what You make easy, and You make the difficult easy if You will.

This dua brings comfort and reassurance when facing trials.

D. Dua for Sustenance and Blessings

💠 Arabic:

اللهم ارزقني رزقاً طيباً واسعاً مباركاً فيه

💠 Transliteration:
Allahumma arzuqnī rizqan ṭayyiban wāsi‘an mubārakan fīhi

💠 English Translation:
O Allah! Provide me with good, abundant, and blessed sustenance.

This supplication can be made daily, especially when breaking the fast, as the believer acknowledges that sustenance truly comes from Allah.

5. 📖 Tips for Making Powerful Duas at Iftar

Supplication is not merely the recitation of words — it is the articulation of the heart. Here are ways to make your duas more powerful:

✔️ 1. Begin with Praise and Gratitude

Start your supplication by praising Allah and thanking Him for His blessings.

✔️ 2. Invoke Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ

Allah says in the Qur’an that sending blessings upon the Prophet increases reward.

💠 Arabic:
اللهم صل وسلم وبارك على سيدنا محمد

💠 Transliteration:
Allahumma ṣalli wa sallim wa bārik ‘alā Sayyidinā Muhammad

💠 English Translation:
O Allah, send peace and blessings upon our Master Muhammad.

✔️ 3. Raise Your Hands

Raising the hands while making dua is a sunnah practice that reflects humility and submission.

✔️ 4. Be Persistent and Humble

Ask Allah repeatedly and sincerely. Duas should come from a heart that feels its need for Allah.

✔️ 5. Pray for Others

Make dua for your family, community, the Ummah, and believers everywhere.

6. 🧎‍♂️ Spiritual Reflections on Iftar

The act of fasting teaches discipline, empathy for the hungry, and remembrance of Allah. When a person breaks their fast:

• The body is nourished

• The soul is renewed

• The heart is open with hope for mercy

The Prophet ﷺ encouraged us to break the fast as soon as the sun sets — quickly and with joy. This joy should be paired with remembrance of Allah and reflection on His favors.

7. 🕯️ A Full Example of Iftar Dua Sequence

Here is a suggested sequence:

1. Say the main iftar dua:

اللهم لك صمت وعلى رزقك أفطرت

Allahumma laka ṣumtu wa ‘alā rizqika afthartu

2. Invoke praise & blessings:

الحمد لله رب العالمين

Alḥamdu lillāhi rabbil ‘ālamīn

اللهم صل وسلم على نبينا محمد

Allahumma ṣalli wa sallim ‘alā nabiyyinā Muhammad

3. Make personal supplications:

• • Forgiveness

  • Guidance

  • Goals

  • Specific needs

 Conclude with gratitude:

الحمد لله الذي أطعمنا وسقانا

Alḥamdu lillāhilladhī aṭ‘amanā wa saqānā

8. 📌 Printable Dua Sheet (For Easy Reference)

Here’s a quick reference you can save, pin, or print:

🟢 Final Words

The moment of breaking the fast is one of mercy, acceptance, and divine closeness. When we align our hearts with sincere supplication — speaking to Allah with humility, gratitude, and hope — we harness one of the most blessed opportunities of worship.

May Allah accept your fasts, answer your duas, forgive your shortcomings, expand your rizq, guide your path, and bring you closer to Him in this life and the next.

Ramadan Mubarak! 🌙🤲