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Eastern Orthodox Epiphany: Thousands Of Christians Celebrate Baptism Of Jesus Christ In River Jordan

Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Jesus Christ as the incarnation of God through his baptism in the River Jordan. Water blessed by a cleric on Epiphany is considered holy and pure until next year's celebration, and is believed to have special powers of protection and healing.

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Orthodox Epiphany
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Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Jesus Christ as the incarnation of God through his baptism in the River Jordan. Water blessed by a cleric on Epiphany is considered holy and pure until next year's celebration, and is believed to have special powers of protection and healing.