Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil or Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil Urooq is the supplication recited by Muslims for breaking fast. This dua is widely recited during Ramadan when Muslims fast for the whole month to collect Allah’s bounties and blessings.
This blog will highlight the key benefits and virtues of reciting this dua for breaking fast in the month of Ramadan. We will also discuss its meaning in English and Arabic.
Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil in Arabic
ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ
Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil in English transliteration
Here is the English transliteration of Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil for those of you who dont know Arabic.
Dhahaba aẓ-ẓama’u wa-abtallati al-‘urūqu wa thabata al-ajru in shā’a Allāh
Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil English translation
Here is the English translation of Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil.
The thirst has gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills.
Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil meaning
Muslims worldwide recite the supplication when breaking fast. The meaning is quite evident from its translation: The thirst is gone, and vines are moistened by the water we have drank.
As the time for iftar approaches, the feelings of thirst and hunger reach their peak. This dua is a way to thank Allah for giving us food and water and a request to accept our worship. Here is an explanation of why Muslims fast during Ramadan.
Is Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil in Hadith?
Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil is present in several Hadiths and supplicated by the Holy Propeht (PBUH) himself. Here are a few Hadiths for your reference.
Hadith: Marwan ibn Salim al-Muqaffa’ said: I saw Ibn Umar holding his beard with his hand and cutting what exceeded the handful of it. He (Ibn Umar) said that the Prophet (PBUH) said when he broke his fast: Thirst has gone, the arteries are moist, and the reward is sure, if Allah wills. —Sunan Abi Dawud 2357
Hadith: Ibn ‘Umar told that the Prophet said when he broke his fast, “Thirst has gone, the arteries are moist, and the reward is sure, if God wills.” —Mishkat al-Masabih 1993
Explanation: The Holy Propeht (PBUH) used to recite this supplication to break or open fast. This is proven by Hadith, and we should follow the Sunnah of our Prophet (PBUH) by reciting this supplication.
Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil alternatives?
There are alternatives to Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil which are quite popular in the Muslims world, especially in the South East Asian region.
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
Translation: O Allah, I have fasted for You, and I believe in You, and I put my trust in You, and with Your provision, I break my fast.
The above-mentioned version of supplication is not availabe in any Hadith.
اللَّهُمَّ لَكَ صُمْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ
Transliteration: Allāhumma laka ṣumtu wa ‘alā rizqika aftartu.
Translation: O Allah, for You I have fasted, and with Your provision, I break my fast.
Hadith: Narrated Mu’adh ibn Zuhrah: The Prophet of Allah (PBUH) used to say when he broke his fast: O Allah, for Thee I have fasted, and with Thy provision I have broken my fast. —Sunan Abi Dawud 2358
Explanation: The Hadith mentioned above is market Da’if, which means the narrator is weak. But we can not rule it out entirely. The basic idea behind reciting a supplication before breaking fast is to recite the dua to thank Allah for everything and ask him to accept our dua and worship.
Benefits of reciting Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil?
Reciting the dua “Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil” when breaking the fast has several spiritual and practical benefits:
- Expresses Gratitude: The dua acknowledges the blessings of food and drink after a day of fasting, fostering a sense of gratitude toward Allah. You can also say Alhamdulillah to thank Allah.
- Fulfills the Sunnah: This dua is from the Sunnah, as reported in hadith, so reciting it brings the reward of following the Prophet’s (peace be upon him) example, strengthening one’s faith and connection to his teachings. You can also recite Surah Kahf to strengthen your faith.
- Earns Rewards and Acceptance: The phrase “wa thabata al-ajru in sha Allah” (“and the reward is certain, if Allah wills”) reflects confidence in the reward for fasting. It’s a reminder that Allah has acknowledged the fasting person’s effort, encouraging believers to keep striving in worship.
- Increases Humility and Reflection: This dua allows the fasting person to reflect on the day’s sacrifices, fostering humility and mindfulness in their reliance on Allah for sustenance. Here is the dua for patience and the dua for hard times.
- Enhances the Blessings of Breaking Fast: Beginning iftar with a dua can increase barakah (blessings) in the meal, as supplication invites Allah’s mercy and acceptance. We should also offer the Taraweeh salah and recite the dua for Taraweeh in Ramadan.
Wrap Up
So far, we have discussed the meaning and benefits of reciting ‘Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil’ while breaking fast. There are alternatives to Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil, which are also correct.
We have also discussed Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil with English transliteration and translation so you have a better idea of its actual meaning. We hope you will like this guide and share it with others.
How to pronounce Zahabaz Zamau Wabtallatil?
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