Epiphany Sunday is a Christian feast day that celebrates the revelation of God incarnate as Jesus Christ. It is observed on the 6th of January, twelve days after Christmas. The term “epiphany” is derived from the Greek word “epiphaneia,” which means “manifestation” or “appearance.” Epiphany Sunday commemorates the day when the Magi, or wise men, visited the infant Jesus and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This event is seen as a manifestation of God’s glory to the Gentiles, as represented by the Magi.
Epiphany Sunday is an important feast day in the Christian calendar, as it marks the beginning of the liturgical season known as Epiphanytide. This season lasts until the beginning of Lent and is a time of celebration and joy. During Epiphanytide, Christians reflect on the manifestation of God’s glory in Jesus Christ and the implications of this for their own lives.
