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Definition
Proper noun * Epiphany, Twelfth day, Three Kings' Day: A Christian feast day celebrated on January 6, commemorating the visit of the Magi (the three wise men) to the infant Jesus, which represents the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles.
Usage
- January 6 is observed as a public holiday in many countries.
- In some traditions, the liturgical season of Christmas ends on January 6.
- Gifts are sometimes exchanged on January 6, reflecting the gifts brought by the Magi.
Examples
- "Our family always takes down the Christmas decorations on January 6."
- "In Spain, children receive presents on January 6, known as the Day of the Three Kings."
- "The church service for January 6 focuses on the story of the wise men."
Advanced Usage
- "The January 6 Committee": In modern U.S. political context, this phrase specifically refers to the select committee of the U.S. House of Representatives that investigated the 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, which occurred on January 6 of that year. This is a distinct, non-religious usage.
- Example: "The January 6 Committee held public hearings throughout the summer."
Variants and Related Words
- Epiphany: The more common liturgical name for the feast day.
- Twelfth Day: A reference to it being the twelfth day after Christmas (December 25).
- Theophany: A related theological term for the manifestation of God.
Synonyms
- Epiphany
- Twelfth Day
- Three Kings' Day
- Little Christmas (in some Irish traditions)
Notes on Different Meanings
The term "January 6" has two primary meanings: 1. The fixed calendar date: The sixth day of the first month of the year. 2. The Christian feast day: As defined above, also known as Epiphany. 3. A specific historical event: As noted in "Advanced Usage," it can refer to the 2021 U.S. Capitol attack, almost always capitalized as "January 6" in this context.
Noun
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twelve days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the infant Jesus
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