End of Ramadan and Celebration of Eid

I commence with my humblest gratitude to The Most Benevolent, The Ultimate All-Knower of the countless blessings

Happy Ramadan and Happy Eid to all

End of Ramadan and Celebration of Eid:
Ramadan is a period of fasting, reflection, devotion, generosity and sacrifice observed by over billion Muslims around the world. Ramadan retains its intense spiritual meaning. It begins with the sighting of new moon and ends with sighting of next month new moon.

The word “Ramadan” comes from the Arabic root word for “parched thirst” and “sun-baked ground.” It is expressive of the hunger and thirst felt by those who spend the month in fasting. As opposed to other holidays, when people often indulge, Ramadan is by nature a time of sacrifice.

· Through fasting, a Muslim experiences hunger and thirst, and sympathizes with those in in the world who have little to eat every day.

· Through increased devotion, Muslims feel closer to their Creator, and recognize that everything we have in this life is a blessing from Him.
· Through increased charity, Muslims develop feelings of generosity and good-will toward others. The Prophet of Muslims (peace be upon him) once said, “Your wealth is never diminished by charity.”
· Through self-control, a Muslim practices good manners, good speech, and good habits.
· Through changing routines, Muslims have a chance to establish healthier lifestyle habits — particularly with regards to diet and smoking. Smoking is discouraged. (Thanks God I do not smoke or drink or eat any unclean products.) As it is said, we manifest outside, with whatever we intake.
· Through family and community gatherings, Muslims strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood and friendship, in their own communities and throughout the world.

Ramadan is a very special time for Muslims, but the feelings and lessons we experience should stay with us throughout the year. In the Qur’an, Muslims are commanded to fast so that they may “learn self-restraint” (Qur’an 2:183). This restraint and devotion is especially felt during Ramadan, but we all must strive to make the feelings and attitudes stay with us during our “normal” lives. That is the true goal and test of Ramadan.

Pakistanis students at Cornell University celebration of Eid dinner (at top, center) and other pictures of celebration of the festival. Henna is one main excitement for girls (I know, being father of two). Shopping and wearing new dresses, bangles, cooking and eating special foods are some of the excitements of the celebration, which extends for 3 days.

Next Market Update shall be posted on Sunday night

(today’s trade, I took as a day trade and was closed when it hit my day trade target, exact low of the day)