Days Until Epiphany / Three Kings' Day
About Epiphany / Three Kings' Day
January 6th is Epiphany, also known as Three Kings' Day, celebrating when the Magi visited baby Jesus
📚 Interesting Facts
January 6th is Epiphany, also known as Three Kings' Day, celebrating when the Magi visited baby Jesus
In many countries, Epiphany is more important than Christmas Day itself
The tradition of King Cake is associated with Epiphany celebrations
In Spain and Latin America, children receive gifts on this day rather than Christmas
The Twelve Days of Christmas end on Epiphany
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
Celebrating Epiphany/Three Kings' Day with special church services
Eating King Cake (Rosca de Reyes in Spanish-speaking countries)
Children receive gifts from the Three Kings in many cultures
Blessing homes with chalk markings (C+M+B and the year)
Taking down Christmas decorations on or after this day
📜 Historical Events on This Day
Joan of Arc was born in Domrémy, France
Samuel Morse first successfully tested the electrical telegraph
New Mexico became the 47th US state
Mother Teresa arrived in Calcutta, India to begin her missionary work
Pan American Airlines became the first commercial airline to fly around the world
Why Count Down to Epiphany / Three Kings' Day?
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