Holidays of Armenia - Holiday of Motherhood and Beauty

For Armenia, April 7 is a special holiday date. On this day, the “Month of Praise of Women” ends, which lasted from March 8th, and the “Day of Motherhood and Beauty” is solemnly celebrated. The holiday has a complex and interesting history. "Motherhood and Beauty Day" began to be celebrated in independent Armenia after its exit from the Soviet Union, abolishing the celebration of "International Women's Day on March 8". But after some time, the fair half of Armenia turned to parliament with a request to return the March holiday beloved by many. The proposal of the Armenian women was satisfied, but April 7 was also left among the solemn dates. Noting that the two holidays are separated by a full calendar month, it was decided to organize a “Month of Praising Women” every year. The date for the celebration of “Motherhood and Beauty Day” was not chosen by chance; this date was blessed by the Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II himself. According to the Gregorian calendar, on April 7, the Apostolic Church of Armenia celebrates the Annunciation. This is the day when Archangel Gabriel descended from heaven to convey to the young Virgin Mary the divine message that the girl was destined to become the Mother of God and the Mother of the Savior. The Feast of the Good News has been a favorite church celebration of Armenians since ancient times. A series of spring holidays in Armenia dedicated to women is an occasion to congratulate beloved mothers, grandmothers, sisters and daughters, present them with gifts and say words of admiration and gratitude. This is a time of beautiful poetry and music glorifying feminine beauty and the joy of motherhood. At the state level, public events, concerts, exhibitions, competitions and shows are held. And for Armenians, a holiday dedicated to their mother is a wonderful occasion for national unity. After all, in translation, “Armenian language” sounds the same as the phrase “mother’s language.” It is mothers who teach their children their native language, accustoming them to its poetry, singing lullabies. On the fragile shoulders of a woman lies the instillation of pride in her family and her nation. For this, Armenians honor their mothers this way, glorifying the beauty of their souls.