ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ
Thirst has gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is established, if Allah wills.
Dhahabaẓ-ẓama'u, wabtallatil-'urūqu, wa thabatal-ajru in shā Allāh.
When to Read
Upon breaking your fast (Iftar), whether it's an obligatory fast of Ramadan or a voluntary fast, such as those performed on Mondays and Thursdays.
How to Read
Before you begin your voluntary fast on Monday or Thursday, your **intention (niyyah)** is the cornerstone. This is a sincere resolve in your heart to fast solely for the sake of Allah. You don't need to utter anything specific; the intention formed in your heart before Fajr (or even after Fajr, as long as you haven't eaten or drunk anything, for voluntary fasts) is sufficient. Then, as the time for Maghrib approaches and you are about to break your fast, recite this beautiful dua. It's a moment of gratitude and hope, acknowledging Allah's help in completing your fast and seeking His acceptance and reward.
Virtues & Benefits
This profound dua reminds us to acknowledge Allah's mercy and strength that enabled us to complete our fast. It’s a direct plea for the establishment of the reward for our effort, affirming our hope in His promise. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ particularly loved fasting on Mondays and Thursdays. He said: "Deeds are presented on Monday and Thursday, so I like that my deeds be presented while I am fasting." (Jami` at-Tirmidhi 747). By combining the sunnah of voluntary fasting on these blessed days with the recitation of this iftar dua, we seek to magnify our rewards and draw closer to Allah's acceptance and pleasure.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) broke his fast, he would say: "Thirst has gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is established, if Allah wills." (Sunan Abi Dawud 2355). Additionally, Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "Deeds are presented on Monday and Thursday, so I like that my deeds be presented while I am fasting." (Jami` at-Tirmidhi 747).