Known as the Ayyám-i-Há (the Days of Há), the Intercalary Days
have the distinction of being associated with "the letter Há". The
abjad numerical value of this Arabic letter is five, which corresponds to the
potential number of intercalary days. The letter "Ha" has been given
several spiritual meanings in the Holy Writings, among which is as a symbol of
the Essence of God.
Bahá'u'lláh enjoined upon His followers to devote these days to feasting, rejoicing and charity. In a letter written on Shoghi Effendi's behalf it is explained that "the intercalary days are specially set aside for hospitality, the giving of gifts, etc.".
(The Universal House of Justice, the Notes section of the Kitab-i-Aqdas)
Bahá'u'lláh enjoined upon His followers to devote these days to feasting, rejoicing and charity. In a letter written on Shoghi Effendi's behalf it is explained that "the intercalary days are specially set aside for hospitality, the giving of gifts, etc.".
(The Universal House of Justice, the Notes section of the Kitab-i-Aqdas)
