Hadith Text & Reference

The Prophet of Allah (ﷺ) used to say when he broke his fast: "O Allah, for Thee I have fasted, and with Thy provision I have broken my fast."

Source: Sunan Abi Dawud 2358 | Book: Fasting (Kitab Al-Siyam)

Linguistic Analysis

"Dhahaba al-zama'u" - The thirst has departed. This indicates the physical relief experienced upon breaking the fast.

"Wabtallat al-'urooqu" - The veins have become moist. This signifies the restoration of bodily fluids and vitality.

"Wa thabata al-ajru in sha' Allah" - And the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills. This expresses hope for divine acceptance while acknowledging Allah's ultimate will.

Spiritual Significance

This supplication beautifully balances gratitude for physical sustenance with recognition that the fast was undertaken solely for Allah's pleasure.

The phrasing "with Your provision" reminds the believer that even the food and drink used to break the fast are blessings from Allah, preventing any sense of self-sufficiency.

The conditional "if Allah wills" in seeking reward demonstrates proper humility and dependence upon divine acceptance of our worship.

Juridical Ruling

The majority of scholars consider this supplication recommended (mustahabb) rather than obligatory, following the Prophet's consistent practice.

Scholars emphasize that the essence lies in remembering Allah at this blessed moment, whether with this specific wording or other authentic supplications.

The timing is specifically when breaking the fast, making it a sunnah tied to this particular act of worship.

Practical Implementation

Recite this du'a immediately upon consuming the first morsel or drink that breaks your fast.

Understand its meaning to ensure presence of heart while reciting, transforming a physical act into spiritual worship.

Teach this supplication to family members, especially children, to preserve this prophetic tradition in Muslim households.