Fasting (Roza) is an essential act of worship in Islam, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Muslims around the world observe fasts from Sehri (pre-dawn meal) to Iftar (breaking the fast at sunset). Before starting the fast, it is recommended to recite the Sehri Ki Dua, which signifies the intention (Niyyah) of fasting.
Roza Rakhne Ki Dua (Sehri Ki Dua)
Fasting (Roza) is an essential act of worship in Islam, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Muslims around the world observe fasts from Sehri (pre-dawn meal) to Iftar (breaking the fast at sunset). Before starting the fast, it is recommended to recite the Sehri Ki Dua, which signifies the intention (Niyyah) of fasting.
Sehri Ki Dua (Dua for Fasting)
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أَصُومَ غَدًا لَكَ فَاغْفِرْ لِي مَا قَدَّمْتُ وَمَا أَخَّرْتُ
Transliteration:
Allahumma inni nawaitu an asooma ghadan laka faghfir li ma qaddamtu wa ma akhkhartu.
English Translation:
“O Allah! I intend to fast tomorrow for Your sake, so forgive me for my past and future sins.”
Urdu Translation:
“اے اللہ! میں نے کل روزہ رکھنے کی نیت کی، پس تو میرے پچھلے اور اگلے گناہ معاف فرما۔”
Importance of Sehri and Making Intention (Niyyah)
1. Sehri – The Pre-Dawn Meal
Sehri is a highly recommended Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). Eating before dawn helps sustain energy levels throughout the day and increases the reward of fasting.
2. Making Niyyah (Intention) for Fasting
The intention (Niyyah) is a crucial part of fasting. It should be made before Fajr (dawn) and can be done in any language. The Sehri dua expresses the firm intention to observe the fast sincerely for Allah.
Dua for Breaking the Fast (Iftar Ki Dua)
While Sehri Ki Dua marks the beginning of a fast, it is equally important to recite the Iftar Ki Dua while breaking the fast:
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ لَكَ صُمْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ
Transliteration:
Allahumma inni laka sumtu wa ‘ala rizq-ika-aftartu.
English Translation:
“O Allah! I fasted for You, and I break my fast with Your sustenance.”
Urdu Translation:
“اے اللہ! میں نے تیرے لیے روزہ رکھا اور تیرے دیے ہوئے رزق سے افطار کیا۔”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the dua for Sehri?
The dua for Sehri is “Allahumma inni nawaitu an asooma ghadan laka faghfir li ma qaddamtu wa ma akhkhartu.” It expresses the intention of fasting.
2. What is the dua for fasting?
The dua for fasting (Niyyah) is recited before Fajr, confirming the intention to observe the fast for the sake of Allah.
3. Is there a specific dua for Suhoor?
Yes, the Sehri Ki Dua is the recommended supplication for Suhoor.
4. What is the dua for Roza time?
The dua for starting the Roza (fasting) is the Sehri Ki Dua, while the dua for breaking the fast is the Iftar Ki Dua.
Conclusion
Reciting the Sehri Ki Dua with sincerity ensures the acceptance of the fast. It is a way to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness. Observing Sehri and making a firm intention before Fajr are both vital aspects of fasting in Islam. May Allah accept our fasts and grant us His countless blessings. Ameen!
