O thou steadfast in the Covenant! Thou hast written …
concerning the Feast. This festivity, which is held on a day of the
nineteen-day month, was established by His Holiness the Báb, and the Blessed
Beauty directed, confirmed and warmly encouraged the holding of it. It is,
therefore, of the utmost importance. You should unquestionably see to it with
the greatest care, and make its value known, so that it may become solidly
established on a permanent basis. Let the beloved of God gather together and
associate most lovingly and spiritually and happily with one another,
conducting themselves with the greatest courtesy and self-restraint. Let them
read the holy verses, as well as essays which are of benefit, and the letters
of `Abdu'l-Bahá; encourage and inspire one another to love each and all; chant
the prayers with serenity and joy; give eloquent talks, and praise the
matchless Lord. The host, with complete self-effacement, showing kindness to
all, must be a comfort to each one, and serve the friends with his own hands.
('Abdu'l-Bahá, from a Tablet to an
individual believer; The Compilation of Compilations, vol. I, Nineteen Day
Feast)
