Collection of Iftar Prayer and Its Meaning, Know Other Sunnahs of Breaking the Fast

Kapanlagi.com - Ramadan Month is a highly anticipated time for Muslims around the world. In this holy month, Muslims have the opportunity to obtain various blessings and great rewards. Ramadan becomes a field of rewards for Muslims. In addition to obligatory worship such as fasting in Ramadan and the five daily prayers, there are still many deeds that can be a source of additional rewards, one of which is reciting the iftar prayer.

The iftar prayer has a very important function for Muslims who fast in Ramadan. Besides being a sign of the end of a full day of fasting, this prayer is also a moment to seek forgiveness and blessings from Allah SWT. Reciting the iftar prayer is part of the sunnah in the worship of Ramadan fasting, so it is highly recommended by the Prophet Muhammad.

Although many Muslims know the importance of reciting the iftar prayer, not everyone realizes that there are variations in this prayer. However, each variation of the iftar prayer has an extraordinary meaning, so it is important to know. Well, to know various iftar prayers, just read the following review.

1. Recitation of Iftar Prayer and Its Meaning

Recitation of Iftar Prayer and Its Meaning (credit: unsplash)

Reciting the iftar prayer is a form of awareness that all blessings received are from Allah SWT. As mentioned earlier, there are several variations of reciting iftar prayers, all of which have extraordinary meanings. Here are 5 iftar prayers for Ramadan in Arabic, Latin, and their meanings:

1. Iftar Prayer for the First Day of Ramadan

"Allahumma laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa 'ala rizqika afthartu."

Meaning:

"O Allah, for You I fast, in You I believe, to You I submit, and with Your sustenance I break my fast."

2. Iftar Prayer for the Second Day of Ramadan

"Dhahabaz-zama'u wabtallatil-'uruqu wa thabatal-ajru insha Allah."

Meaning:

"Thirst has gone, the veins are moist, and the reward is established, God willing."

3. Iftar Prayer for the Third Day of Ramadan

"Allahumma inni laka sumtu wa 'ala rizqika afthartu."

Meaning:

"O Allah, I fast for You and break my fast with Your sustenance."

4. Iftar Prayer for the Fourth Day of Ramadan

"Allahumma asrif 'anni min barakatika wa rahmatika wa fadlika."

Meaning:

"O Allah, bless me with Your blessings, mercy, and favor."

5. Iftar Prayer for the Fifth Day of Ramadan

"Bismillahi wa 'ala barakatillahi"

Meaning:

"In the name of Allah and with the blessings of Allah."

2. The Right Time to Recite the Iftar Prayer

The Right Time to Recite the Iftar Prayer (credit: unsplash)

Reading the opening prayer of fasting becomes a sunnah practice in the month of Ramadan. Meaning, when doing it, a Muslim will get extraordinary rewards. However, until now there is still debate about the appropriate time to read the opening prayer of fasting. Generally, most people read the opening prayer of fasting before breaking the fast, so it is similar to reading a prayer before eating. However, it turns out, as reported from the website banten.nu.or.id/, according to Syekh Abu Bakar Muhammad Syatha in Hasyiyah I'anatut-thalibin volume 2 page 279, it is mentioned that the opening prayer of fasting is recited after breaking the fast. This opinion is supported by the meaning contained in the opening prayer of fasting. In every opening prayer of fasting, there is a sense of gratitude for the fasting that has been carried out and gratitude for the meal available for breaking the fast. As an alternative, Muslims can start breaking the fast with the recitation of basmallah or a prayer for eating. Only after that, the fast is opened with the recitation of the opening prayer of fasting.

3. Sunnahs When Breaking the Fast

Sunnahs When Breaking the Fast (credit: unsplash)

In addition to reciting the iftar prayer, there are still several sunnah or additional practices that are rewarded if done when breaking the fast. Here is a summary of the sunnah of breaking the fast that we can practice:

1. Hasten to Break the Fast

The sunnah of breaking the fast teaches Muslims not to delay breaking the fast when the Maghrib time has arrived.

2. Eat Odd Number of Dates

It is recommended to start breaking the fast by eating an odd number of dates and in a specific way, which is by removing the pit using the middle finger and thumb.

3. Intention for Breaking the Fast

Before starting to eat or drink, it is recommended to recite the intention for breaking the fast. This prayer symbolizes obedience and submission to Allah SWT.

4. Iftar Prayer

One of the recommended prayers to recite when breaking the fast is as mentioned in the hadith narrated by Abu Dawud: "O Allah, for You I fast, in You I believe, and with Your sustenance I break the fast."

5. Not in a hurry

After reciting the prayer, the next sunnah is not to finish the drink in one gulp, but to sip it slowly.

6. Prayer After Breaking the Fast

When you have finished breaking the fast, it is recommended to recite a prayer as a gratitude for the food that has been enjoyed.

By practicing these sunnahs, breaking the fast becomes not only a physically satisfying activity but also provides spiritual satisfaction and rewards from Allah SWT.

Those are some reviews related to the recitation of the prayer for breaking the fast and its meaning. Hopefully useful, can increase knowledge, and can enhance faith as a Muslim. Amen.

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