Fasting is a beautiful act of worship in Islam, filled with blessings and rewards. Whether you’re fasting in Ramadan, on Ashura (10th Muharram), or on any voluntary fast, reciting the correct dua (supplication) at the time of fasting and breaking your fast is a Sunnah (Prophetic practice) and a way to earn immense rewards.
In this blog, you’ll learn the authentic Arabic duas for:
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Fasting (before and during the fast)
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Dua for Breaking fast (Iftar)
Each dua includes Arabic text, English translation, transliteration, and authentic references from Qur’an and Hadith, following Sunni beliefs and proper Islamic sources.
What is the Dua for Fasting?
Before or while you begin your fast (during Suhoor or Niyyah time), it’s recommended to make the intention (niyyah) and say the following dua:
Dua for Fasting (Before or During the Fast)
Dua in Arabic:
وَبِصَوْمِ غَدٍ نَّوَيْتُ مِنْ شَهْرِ رَمَضَانَ
Transliteration:
Wa bisawmi ghadin nawaitu min shahri Ramadan.
English Translation:
“I intend to keep the fast for tomorrow in the month of Ramadan.”
Note:
This intention is made in the heart. Reciting it verbally is optional, but making intention is required.
Dua for Breaking Fast (Iftar Dua)
Dua in Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي لَكَ صُمْتُ وَبِكَ آمَنْتُ وَعَلَيْكَ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ
Transliteration:
Allahumma inni laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa ‘alayka tawakkaltu wa ‘ala rizqika-aftartu.
English Translation:
“O Allah! I fasted for You, and I believe in You, and I put my trust in You, and with Your sustenance, I break my fast.”
Hadith Source:
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Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith No. 2358
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Book: Kitab al-Sawm (Book of Fasting)
Another Authentic Iftar Dua from the Prophet ﷺ
Alternative Iftar Dua in Arabic:
ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الْأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ
Transliteration:
Dhahaba al-zama’u wabtallat al-‘urooq wa thabatal-ajru in sha Allah.
English Translation:
“The thirst is gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills.”
Hadith Source:
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Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith No. 2357
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Book: Kitab al-Sawm
Dua for Fasting in Ramadan
Arabic Dua for Fasting Intention (Niyyah) in Arabic:
نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أَصُوْمَ غَدًا لِلّٰهِ تَعَالَى مِنْ فَرْضِ رَمَضَانَ
Transliteration:
Nawaitu an asuma ghadan lillāhi taʿālā min farḍi Ramaḍān .
English Translation:
“I intend to fast tomorrow in Ramadan for the sake of Allah, the Most High.”
Note: This is a traditional niyyah. The actual intention is made in the heart and doesn’t have to be spoken aloud.
Reference:
While this verbal niyyah is not found in hadith, it’s widely taught by scholars and used in schools like Hanafi and Shafi’i as a tool to help Muslims remember their intention.
Dua for Breaking Fast in Ramadan
Arabic Dua for Breaking Fast (Iftar Dua)
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي لَكَ صُمْتُ، وَبِكَ آمَنْتُ، وَعَلَيْكَ تَوَكَّلْتُ، وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ، فَتَقَبَّلْ مِنِّي
Transliteration:
Allahumma innī laka ṣumtu, wa bika āmantu, wa ʿalayka tawakkaltu, wa ʿalā rizqika aftartu, fa-taqabbal minnī.
English Translation:
“O Allah! I fasted for You, believed in You, trusted You, and with Your provision I break my fast. So accept it from me.”
Hadith Source:
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Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith No. 2358
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Book: Kitab al-Sawm
“Fa-taqabbal minni” (فَتَقَبَّلْ مِنِّي) is often added by scholars or believers to humbly ask Allah to accept the fast — a beautiful ending to the dua.
Quran on Fasting (Ramadan & General)
Surah Al-Baqarah – Verse on Fasting
Arabic (2:183 – Para 2):
يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ
Translation:
“O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may attain taqwa (piety).”
Reference:
Surah Al-Baqarah, Ayah 183
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Dua for Fasting on Muharram (Ashura/10th Muharram)
Fasting on the 10th of Muharram (Ashura) is highly recommended in Islam.
Dua for Intention to Fast on Ashura in Arabic:
نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أَصُوْمَ غَدًا عَاشُورَاء لِلّٰهِ تَعَالَى
Transliteration:
Nawaitu an asuma ghadan ʿĀshūrāʾ lillāhi taʿālā.
English Translation:
“I intend to fast tomorrow on Ashura for the sake of Allah, the Most High.”
💡 This is a traditional intention. Not obligatory to say aloud.
Reference:
There is no specific verbal dua (like “نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أَصُوْمَ…”) for fasting on Ashura in the Qur’an or in any authentic hadith — even for Sunni Muslims.
What the Sunnah Teaches (Sunni Viewpoint):
The Prophet ﷺ never instructed a verbal dua or wording for the intention of fasting — whether for Ramadan, Ashura, or any voluntary fast.
Instead, the Prophet ﷺ taught us that:
“Actions are judged by intentions, and every person will get what they intended.”
— Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 1; Sahih Muslim, Hadith 1907
So according to Sunni Islamic teachings, especially the Hanafi, Shafi’i, Maliki, and Hanbali schools:
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The niyyah (intention) is in the heart
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No verbal niyyah is required or legislated in hadith
So Why Do People Say: “نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أَصُوْمَ غَدًا عَاشُورَاء…”?
“نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أَصُوْمَ غَدًا عَاشُورَاء لِلّٰهِ تَعَالَى”
(“I intend to fast tomorrow on Ashura for the sake of Allah.”)
This is a fiqh-based educational phrase, used by scholars to help Muslims:
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Teach niyyah to children or new Muslims
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Make the intention consciously and clearly
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Bring focus to worship
✅ It’s permissible and helpful, but not required, and not from hadith or Qur’an.
What Should a Sunni Muslim Do for Ashura Fasting?
Just intend in your heart that you are fasting for the sake of Allah on the Day of Ashura.
That is completely sufficient and fully valid.
Dua for Breaking Fast on Ashura (10th Muharram)
Dua for Breaking Fast in Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي لَكَ صُمْتُ، وَبِكَ آمَنْتُ، وَعَلَيْكَ تَوَكَّلْتُ، وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ، فَتَقَبَّلْ مِنِّي
Transliteration:
`Allahumma innī laka ṣumtu, wa bika āmantu, wa ʿalayka tawakkaltu, wa ʿalā rizqika aftartu, fa-taqabbal minnī.
Translation:
“O Allah! I fasted for You, believed in You, trusted You, and with Your provision I break my fast. So accept it from me.”
Hadith Source:
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Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith No. 2358
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Book: Kitab al-Sawm
“Fa-taqabbal minni” (فَتَقَبَّلْ مِنِّي) is often added by scholars or believers to humbly ask Allah to accept the fast — a beautiful ending to the dua.
Hadiths About Fasting on Muharram
1. Fasting on Ashura forgives sins
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Fasting on the day of Ashura expiates the sins of the previous year.”
Reference:
– Sahih Muslim, Hadith 1162
2. Ashura was beloved to the Prophet ﷺ
Ibn Abbas (RA) reported:
“I never saw the Messenger of Allah ﷺ so keen to fast any day, and give it preference over others, than the day of Ashura and the month of Ramadan.”
Reference:
– Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 2006
– Book: Fasting
Are These Duas from the Quran?
While the duas for fasting and breaking fast are not directly mentioned in the Quran, the act of fasting and its spiritual benefit is mentioned clearly in Surah Al-Baqarah:
Quran Reference: Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183)
Arabic:
يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ
Translation:
“O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become righteous.”
Reference:
– Surah Al-Baqarah, Ayah 183 – Para 2
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When Should You Say These Duas?
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Fasting Dua (Niyyah): Before dawn (Fajr), during Suhoor.
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Iftar Dua (Dua for Breaking Fast): Right before putting food or drink in your mouth at Maghrib time.
These duas are short, easy to remember, and carry immense reward when said with sincerity.
Why Should You Say These Duas?
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To follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
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To increase spiritual connection during fasting
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To gain barakah (blessing) and forgiveness
Even kids, teenagers, and new Muslims in the USA can memorize and recite these easily.
Final Thoughts: Best Dua for Breaking Fast & Dua for Fasting
Fasting is not just about hunger — it’s about connecting with Allah, increasing in piety, and following the path of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Whether it’s Ramadan, Ashura, or any voluntary fast, these duas help us stay spiritually mindful.
Reciting these dua for breaking fast and fasting with understanding and intention can multiply the blessings of your fast. So let’s memorize them, teach them to our children, and revive the Sunnah in our daily lives.
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