PHOTOS: Epiphany Bathing In Russia 2014

On February 9, 2014 by Tim Newman

Epiphany Bathing 2014 - Kalinigrad 2

Epiphany is also known in the Orthodox Church as Theophany, which means the shining forth and manifestation of God.

Epiphany Bathing 2014 - Izmaylovo Epiphany Bathing 2014 - Izmaylovo 2

Russian Collection

Epiphany Bathing 2014 - dip

The bathing, also popular among nonbelievers, can be performed in 37 special places in the Russian capital after waters there are blessed by Orthodox priests.

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