Feast of Three Kings i.e. Epiphany is the 12th day after Christmas which celebrates the visit of the three kings or wise men to the Christ child. It signifies the extension of salvation to the Gentiles. Ephiphany is celebrated on Monday, January 6, 2014.
Here are the top 5 Interesting Informational Things About Epiphany:
1) Epiphany is a Greek work which means “Revelation”, based on the biblical story that tells of the Three Kings – Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar – who saw a bright star on the night Christ was born and followed it to Bethlehem. They found the Christ child and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.
2) Epiphany goes by various names in different cultures i.e.:
Little Christmas,
Three Kings Day,
Twelfth Night etc.
This shows the official end of the season’s “Twelve Days of Christmas” counting from 25th December to 6th January.
3) In Spanish-speaking countries, the tradition has been observed for partying and exchanging gifts. In Mexico, Three Kings Cake is still popular family tradition on Three Kings Day.
4) In England, Epiphany is the last opportunity to make merry before a return to the usual toil of the workday world. It brings blessings and good fortune throughout the upcoming year.
5) In Germany, children go from house to house on Epiphany eve, singing carols near the entrance of each home and several other countries like Italy and Russia bring presents by climbing down the chimney on the night of January 5.
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