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Pope Leo XIV marked the end of the Jubilee Year of Hope by closing the Holy Door during the Epiphany Mass at St Peter’s Basilica, reflecting on the themes of hope, divine manifestation, and the ongoing search for God in today's world, emphasizing that true hope and renewal come from humility and openness to God's presence.
In Tarpon Springs, Florida, the Greek Orthodox community celebrated the Epiphany with their annual cross dive tradition, where 16-year-old John Hittos retrieved a cross from the chilly waters of Spring Bayou, earning a year of blessings. The event, which is one of the largest of its kind in the United States, followed a procession led by clergy and a dove bearer, symbolizing the Holy Spirit. The celebration reflects the town's rich Greek heritage, initially established by sponge-diving immigrants.
During the Angelus prayer on the Feast of the Epiphany, Pope Francis encouraged Christians to find wonder in the humility of the Child Jesus, as the Magi did, and to learn from children's perspectives to gain a fresh and creative outlook on the world's problems. He emphasized the importance of adoration, contemplation, and spending time with children, and prayed for Mary's intercession to increase love for the Child Jesus and all children, especially those affected by war and injustice.
The article by ACI Prensa Staff discusses seven lesser-known facts about the Three Wise Men and the Epiphany, a Christian feast day celebrated on January 6th. It explains that the Epiphany is one of the oldest Christian feast days and traditionally marks three manifestations of Jesus. The date was likely chosen to coincide with pagan celebrations and later became associated with the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus. The Wise Men, often depicted as kings, may have been more numerous, and their names, physiognomies, and the gifts they offered have evolved over time. The star that guided them is thought to have been a conjunction of planets. These insights provide a deeper understanding of the historical and theological context of the Epiphany and the Magi's significance in Christian tradition.
The Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day or Theophany, is a Christian feast day celebrated on January 6th, marking the revelation of Jesus to the world. It is associated with the visit of the Magi to baby Jesus in Western traditions and the baptism of Jesus in Eastern traditions. Celebrations vary globally, with parades and gift-giving in Spain, blessing of waters in Greece, and a ritual of retrieving a crucifix from water in Bulgaria. The date of celebration can vary for Orthodox Churches following the Julian calendar, with some observing it on January 19th. The origin of Epiphany dates back to the Eastern church and was later adopted separately by the church in Rome.
Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day or Theophany, is a Christian feast day celebrated on January 6th by Western churches and on January 19th by some Eastern Orthodox churches that follow the Julian calendar. The holiday commemorates the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus, symbolizing his manifestation to the Gentiles, and in Eastern traditions, it focuses on Jesus' baptism. Celebrations vary globally, including parades, gift-giving, and the blessing of waters, where in some cultures, retrieving a cross from water is believed to protect from evil spirits and ensure health for the year.