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Epiphany bathing is a traditional religious rite celebrated in the Orthodox Church on the day of the Epiphany, January 19. On this day, believers perform baptism in an ice-hole on a body of water, symbolizing purification from sins and renewal of spiritual life. Epiphany bathing has deep historical roots and is connected with pagan rites associated with the worship of the gods of water. Nowadays, Epiphany bathing has become a popular social event, attracting not only believers, but also people who want to take part in the traditional winter rite. In addition, this time is also associated with the rite of "theophany", when, according to legend, water acquires a special healing power.
- Where in the Grodno region will Epiphany bathing take place?January 16, Grodno. Epiphany bathing sites have been established in all districts of the Grodno region, with some districts offering two or three fonts, the Grodno Regional Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations told BelTA . Medical personnel, law enforcement officials, and rescuers from the Ministry of Emergency Situations and the OSVOD will be on duty at the sites equipped for Epipha...
- 45 locations have been designated for Epiphany immersion in the Vitebsk region.January 15,Vitebsk . 45 sites have been designated for Epiphany immersion in the Vitebsk Region, the Vitebsk Regional Emergency Situations Ministry told BelTA. Orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany annually on January 19. On this holiday, it is customary to perform the rite of holy ablution. "However, on this day, safety should be kept in mind and only specially designated sites should be chosen ...
- No snags and warm changing rooms! Ministry of Emergency Situations about places for swimming at EpiphanyToEpiphany bathing was safe for Belarusians; there are certain rules. These rules apply both to those who like to plunge into the ice hole themselves and to the organizers. How deep should the font be? Is it possible to get drunk while intoxicated? Why do we need warm locker rooms? An employee of the Ministry of Emergency Situations responded to BELTA .......
- It won't heal, but it can cheer you up. The doctor spoke about the pros and cons of Epiphany bathingIn a week, on January 18 and 19, Orthodox believers will celebrate the Epiphany of the Lord. In churches in memory of the baptism of Jesus Christ in the Jordan River and the miracle of Epiphany, a liturgy will be served and water will be blessed, which Christians believe will acquire healing properties. The folk custom of immersion in the baptismal font is associated with one of the great immutabl...
- Epiphany bathing: rescuers gave recommendations on safety rulesJanuary 18, MINSK. Rescuers gave advice on how to protect yourself while dipping at Epiphany. This was reported to BelTA by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. “People with symptoms of an acute respiratory viral infection should delay their dipping into the hole,” the department noted. “Everything that hurts and becomes chronically inflamed in such a cold w...