Hoi Li's Ramadan Message: Ramadan Kareem 2026 – Fasting, Prayer, Zakat & the Protocol of Discipline
In-law, Ramadan Kareem! As your CPA in-law, I want to extend my warmest greetings to all our Muslim brothers and sisters as we prepare for the blessed month of Ramadan 2026 (February 28 - March 30, 2026).
This is a sacred time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. But as someone who audits numbers for a living, I also see Ramadan as a masterclass in Financial Discipline. Here is how the spiritual protocol translates to your 2026 "Bag."
1. Fasting (Sawm): The Protocol of Self-Control
From dawn to sunset, you abstain from food, drink, and worldly desires. This is the ultimate exercise in Delayed Gratification—the same principle that separates savers from spenders. If you can resist hunger for 12+ hours, you can resist impulse purchases. Use this month to audit your spending habits and build a "Fasting Budget" that cuts out the excess.
2. Prayer (Salah): The Audit of the Soul
Five times a day, you pause to pray. This is your spiritual "Reconciliation"—a moment to check your alignment with your values. In finance, we call this Regular Review. Just as you wouldn't skip Salah, don't skip your monthly budget review. Set reminders to audit your accounts with the same discipline you bring to prayer.
3. Zakat (Charitable Giving): The Tax on Wealth
Zakat is the 2.5% wealth tax that purifies your earnings and supports the community. This is the original "Wealth Redistribution Protocol." If you're holding onto savings, calculate your Zakat today. Not only is it a religious obligation, but it's also a reminder that wealth is a trust, not a trophy. Give with intention, and watch your blessings multiply.
4. Community (Ummah): The Power of Collective Strength
Ramadan is not a solo journey; it's a community experience. Breaking fast together (Iftar) reminds us that financial success is also about Shared Prosperity. Support local businesses, invest in your community, and remember: the bag is heavier when we carry it together.
Hoi Li's Ramadan Blessing:
"May this Ramadan bring you peace, prosperity, and the discipline to defend your bag with the same devotion you bring to your faith. Ramadan Mubarak, in-law! "