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Breaking the Fast with Dates
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The Sunnah
Anas (ra) said: The Prophet ﷺ used to break his fast with fresh dates before praying; if there were no fresh dates, then with dried dates; and if there were none, he would take a few sips of water.
Source: Sunan Abi Dawud 2356
The Science
Dates restore quick natural energy after fasting, gently raising blood sugar before a meal. Water hydrates the body that has gone without drink all day.
How to Practice
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Have dates and water ready before Maghrib
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At the call to prayer, break your fast with an odd number of dates
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If no dates are available, sip water
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Pray Maghrib, then eat the main meal
Muslims revived this Sunnah
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