Epiphany Eve observed in Belarus

Orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany Eve. It precedes one of the 12 major holidays - the Baptism of Jesus Christ.

According to the Gospel, it was January 19, when Jesus Christ was baptized in the Jordan River. Therefore, the holiday is associated with the water, its consecration in churches and ritual ice-water dip. Many people attended the services during these days, including in the renovated church of the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin in Veino agro-town