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4 Ιαν 2024 · In Eastern Christianity, the feast of Epiphany, mostly known as Theophany (Theophania in Greek) is one of the most important holidays, and is among of the Twelve Great Feasts of the Eastern Orthodox Church. “Theophany” means the revelation of God to humans, and this aspect is common in both versions of the feast.
6 Ιαν 2017 · The Orthodox Christian holiday of Theophany, also known as the Epiphany, the Celebration of the Lights, or simply ta Fota (the Lights), held every January 6, is the third and final major feast day of the holiday period.
ἐπιφάνεια, ἐπιφανείας, ἡ (ἐπιφανής), an appearing, appearance (Tertullian apparentia); often used by the Greeks of a glorious manifestation of the gods, and especially of their advent to help; in 2 Macc. of signal deeds and events betokening the presence and power of God as helper; cf. Grimm on Maccabees, p. 60f ...
What the Epiphany symbolizes. Theophany refers to the manifestation of the three persons of the Holy Trinity at the baptism of Jesus Christ and is therefore called Theophany (from Greek "Θεο-φάνεια", which means “appearance of God”). The message of this feast is the rebirth of Jesus Christ.
6 Ιαν 2024 · According to archaeologists, Christians began celebrating Epiphany from as early as 200 AD in the Greek-speaking eastern parts of the Roman Empire, and these celebrations began as a commemoration of Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan River.
13 Δεκ 2023 · Epiphany, also known as Theophany, is a significant Christian feast that commemorates the revelation of God incarnate as Jesus Christ. Historical Roots of Epiphany. Epiphany, derived from the Greek word ‘epiphaneia’, meaning ‘manifestation’ or ‘appearance’, is celebrated on January 6th.
29 Νοε 2015 · This feast is also known as Epiphany, from the Greek επιφάνεια, which means “manifestation from above” or “divine revelation.” Originally, Epiphany commemorated the baptism of Christ, as well as His birth. St. John Chrysostom explains the reasons for this:
