Epiphany, also called Little Christmas, Theophany, or simply Three Kings' Day, is one of the oldest festival days in Christianity. It is celebrated by Catholic, Orthodox, and Anglican Christians.

In the West, the Epiphany is about the Magi. In the East, it is about the baptism of the Lord. But it is also about the second coming of Christ.

Epiphany traditions around the world. The Magi's gifts—and their rumored royal status—gave rise to a variety of colorful customs in nations where Epiphany is commonly observed.

The solemnity of the Epiphany marks when the Magi, also called the Wise Men or three kings, arrived at the birthplace of Jesus bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

You thought the holidays were over. Technically, no — not until Jan. 6, when Christians all over the world celebrate Epiphany. In some places, the day is known as “Three Kings Day” after the ...

Scripture for Life: The pilgrim Magi remind us that we too are invited to be humble enough to see something new. They help us realize that there is always more to discover in God's mysteries.

Epiphany means manifestation, or “showing,” as exemplified by the visit of the Magi to honor Jesus, the newborn king, and the Son of God. Also known as Theophany, it is a moment in time ...

The feast of the Epiphany is even older than the feast of Christmas and enjoys its own season, which goes all the way until Feb. 2. Wednesday, July 02, 2025 A service of EWTN News ...

Epiphany is meant to shake us — a lightning strike that clarifies the ordering of our own values. Let us hold onto the permanent things, and remain uneasy under the standard dispensation. Next ...

The Rev. Bradley Mattson’s column using the story of the Magi from the Gospel of Matthew to nourish the Epiphany experience in our lives reveals a Pollyannaish God who, in ...