epiphany of our lord
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Definition
Proper noun: * Epiphany of Our Lord: A Christian feast day observed on January 6th, twelve days after Christmas. It commemorates the visit of the Magi (the three wise men) to the infant Jesus, representing the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles.
Usage
- This term is used as the formal name for the religious holiday on January 6th.
- It is often capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a specific feast day.
- In common usage, it is frequently shortened to "Epiphany."
Examples
Advanced Usage
- Theological Significance: In theological discussion, the Epiphany of Our Lord specifically signifies the revelation of Jesus Christ as the Son of God to the wider, non-Jewish world, as symbolized by the Magi.
- Liturgical Context: The term is used in liturgical calendars, prayers, and hymns to denote this specific feast.
Variants and Related Words
- Epiphany (n): The common, shortened name for the feast day.
- We took down the decorations after Epiphany.
- Theophany (n): A broader term for a manifestation of God to a person.
- Twelfth Night (n): The evening before Epiphany, January 5th, which is sometimes associated with celebrations.
Synonyms
- The Feast of the Epiphany
- Three Kings' Day
- Little Christmas (in some Irish traditions)
Related Phrases
- To have an epiphany: This common idiomatic phrase, meaning to have a sudden, profound realization, is derived from the religious concept of a divine manifestation but is used in secular contexts.
- After hours of study, she had an epiphany and finally understood the math problem.
Noun
- twelve days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the infant Jesus