Sitting at a computer for long periods often causes neck and shoulder stiffness and occasionally lower back pain. Do these stretches every hour or so throughout the day, or whenever you feel stiff. Photocopy this and keep it in a drawer. Also, be sure to get up and walk around the office whenever you think of it. You'll feel better!
There is a fascinating story that states the significance of Bakri Eid. Once, Allah challenged Prophet Ibrahim, the friend
of Allah and the father of Prophets. Ibrahim had to prove his faith in Allah. Allah asked him to sacrifice the dearest
and nearest one in his life. Ibrahim decided to take up the challenge and decided to sacrifice his son Ismail.
His love towards his son was as strong as his faith in Allah. Though his heart went numb, he put his son on the altar
at the mount of Mina near
slaying his own child but he could not deny the order of higher power.
He closed his eyes and raised the sharp sword. Reciting Allah's name he divided the head from the body. He opened
his eyes and could not believe on his senses. His son Ismail was standing healthy and hearty in front of his eyes. A
dead ram with his head apart was lying in the pool of blood. Ibrahim emerged as a winner as he accepted god's
challenge with complete faith.
Since then people ardently believe in the mercy of Allah and in the authenticity of Quran. They devotionally sacrifice
a ram on Eid-Ul-Zuha. On the holy occasion of Eid-Ul-Zuha, prayers are offered by Muslims and animals are sacrificed
to show faith and sincerity towards Islam. The festival also signifies the Ibrahim's belief in almighty.
