Warm weather threatens Epiphany

Orthodox Russians take a cold water dip on Epiphany amid unusually warm weather
Across Russia, the devout celebrate Epiphany on January 19 by immersing themselves in frigid water through holes cut through the ice of lakes and rivers, imitating the baptism of Jesus Christ in the River Jordan.
Warm weather threatens Epiphany ice water plunges in Russia
Across Russia, the devout and the daring celebrate Epiphany on January 19 by immersing themselves in frigid water through holes cut through the ice of lakes and rivers, imitating
Warm weather threatens Epiphany ice water plunges for Russia’s Orthodox Christians
Thousands of Russians celebrating the Orthodox Christian feast day of Epiphany, where worshippers bathe in the icy waters of frozen lakes and rivers, have been forced to cancel their traditional ceremonies due to unusually warm winter temperatures.
Warm weather threatens Epiphany ice water plunges for Russia's Orthodox Christians
the devout and the daring celebrate Epiphany on Jan. 19 by immersing themselves in frigid water through holes cut through the ice of lakes and rivers, imitating the baptism of Jesus Christ in the ...
Russia: Orthodox Russians bathe in the icy water during the Epiphany celebrations in Moscow
A group of Russian Orthodox believers bathes in the icy water of a pond during the celebrations of the Orthodox Epiphany in Moscow, Russia. Participants believe that immersing themselves in holy waters during the Epiphany celebration strengthens their spirit and body.
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Russians Plunge Into Freezing Water To Celebrate Epiphany
Dozens of people in Moscow take a dip in freezing water to mark Epiphany, a major holiday in Orthodox Christianity. The ritual marks the baptism of Jesus Christ and is said to cleanse the ...
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Belarusians take icy dip to mark Epiphany
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Warm Winter Forces Epiphany Ceremony Cancellations Across Russia
Russians celebrating the Orthodox Christian Epiphany on January 19 have faced disruptions due to unusually warm winter ...
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