On April 28, according to the Gregorian calendar, the month of Jamal begins, which translated from Arabic means «Beauty». On this day —, the first day of the month of Jamal according to the nineteen-month Bahá'í calendar — celebrates the important holiday — the holiday of the Nineteenth day of the month of Jamal.
The Feast of the Nineteenth Day was prescribed in the «Kitab-i-Akdas» — holy book of the Bahá'ís, which says the following: «It is prescribed for you to show hospitality once a month, even if the treat is plain water, for the Lord wanted to bind your hearts together by means of both heavenly and earthly ».
The basis of the holiday is hospitality, the natural manifestations of which are friendliness, courtesy, care, generosity and festive fun.
The use of elements of local cultural traditions in each part of the holiday is encouraged, as this gives it due originality and reflects the uniqueness of each community in which the holiday is held, and also helps to create an elevated atmosphere and good mood among those gathered.