Dua for Fasting: In the Islamic faith, dua or supplication is very important as a means of communication with Allah. Fasting, one of the five pillars of Islam, is not only a physical act of self-restraint but also a spiritual journey that strengthens the bond between a Muslim and Allah. In this article, we will explore the Dua for Fasting and what prayer a believer can recite to enhance his or her fasting experience.
The Virtue of Fasting
Fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is a sacred practice with many spiritual and physical benefits. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, abstaining from food, drink, and other material needs. Fasting is believed to purify the soul, raise the consciousness of Allah, and promote self-control and self-control.
Also Read: Benefits of Fasting in Ramadan in Islam
Dua for Fasting (Starting a Fast) in Ramadan 1:
وَبِصَوْمِ غَدٍ نَّوَيْتُ مِنْ شَهْرِ رَمَضَانَ
Transliteration: Wa bisawmi ghadinn nawaiytu min shahri ramadan
Translation: I intend to keep the fast for tomorrow in the month of Ramadan
It is a sunnah of the Prophet (pbuh) and highly advised to eat something, even if it is just a few dates and water. This duaa is intention-based and can be said aloud or kept inside your heart. It is crucial to recite this duaa before fasting because it declares that you are fasting for Allah (swt), because He deemed it necessary and a deed rich in reward.
Or you can read this other Dua for Fasting
Dua for Fasting (Starting a Fast) 2 in Ramadan:
نـَوَيْتُ صَوْمَ غـَدٍ عَـنْ اَدَاءِ فـَرْضِ شـَهْرِ رَمـَضَانَ هـَذِهِ السَّـنـَةِ لِلـّهِ تـَعَالىَ
Transliteration: Nawaitu sauma ghadin anadai fardu shahri ramadhana hazihissanati lillahitaala
Translation: I intend to do obligatory fast tomorrow in the month of Ramadan this year because of Allah
Dua for Fasting outside Ramadan
You can say this dua while you fast outside of Ramadan:
اللهُمَّ اَصُوْمُ لَكَ فَاغْفِرْ لِي مَا قَدَّمْتُ وَمَا أَخَرْتُة
Translation: O Allah, I fast for You, so forgive me for what I have done and what is to come
Dua for Breaking Fast
To know more about the Dua for Breaking Fast, Read Iftar Dua for Breaking Fast
The Significance of Good Intentions
The dua for fasting aids in establishing our sincere goals for the fast. Making the decision to fast for Allah (swt) is necessary.
Umar Ibn Al-Khattab relates that he heard the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) say:
“Actions are but by intention and every man shall have but that which he intended. Thus he whose migration was for Allah and His messenger, his migration was for Allah and His messenger, and he whose migration was to achieve some worldly benefit or to take some woman in marriage, his migration was for that for which he migrated.”
Related by Bukhari and Muslim
Hadith of Niyyah (Intention)
Umar Ibn Al-Khattab relates that he heard the Messenger of God (peace be upon him) say: “Actions are but by intention and every man shall have but that which he intended. Thus he whose migration was for Allah and His messenger, his migration was for Allah and His messenger, and he whose migration was to achieve some worldly benefit or to take some woman in marriage, his migration was for that for which he migrated.” ~ Related by Bukhari and Muslim
The Significance of Fasting
One of the most significant aspects of Ramadan for many Muslims is fasting. It gives us a chance to repent, make new intentions, and seriously contemplate our beliefs and connection to Allah (swt).
Fasting is one of the most cherished deeds to Allah (swt) and has several benefits in and of itself.
Regarding fasting, the Prophet (pbuh) said:
“Whoever fasts one day for the sake of Allah, Allah will place between him and the Hellfire a trench equal to the distance between the sky and the earth.” [Sahih Bukhari]
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