ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ
Thirst is gone, the veins are quenched, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills.
Dhahaba adh-dhama'u wabtallatil-'uruqu wa thabata-l-ajru in sha' Allah
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited by the fasting person *at the moment* of breaking their fast, just as they take the first sip of water or bite of food after a long day of abstaining.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and presence as you begin to eat or drink to break your fast. It's a moment of gratitude and recognition of Allah's blessings. It's recommended to say it immediately upon breaking the fast, before consuming much food or drink. Some narrations mention saying it after tasting the first bite/sip.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the physical relief and spiritual reward associated with fasting. It acknowledges the end of thirst ('adh-dhama'u') and the body's restoration ('wa ibtallatil-'uruqu' - the veins are moistened). Most importantly, it expresses hope for the acceptance and reward of our fast ('wa thabata-l-ajru in sha' Allah - the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills'). It's a powerful reminder that our actions are ultimately dependent on Allah's acceptance.
Source & Authentication
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, when he broke his fast: 'Dhahaba adh-dhama'u wabtallatil-'uruqu wa thabata-l-ajru in sha' Allah.' (The thirst is gone, the veins are quenched, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills.) Narrated by Abdullah ibn Amr, it is a Hasan hadith according to Al-Albani.