Thousands of Orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany on January 19, which marks the baptism of Jesus Christ in the River Jordan. It is believed that on this day water becomes holy, and in commemoration of this special religious holiday, Russian Christians across the country brave subzero temperatures as they immerse into icy rivers and frozen lakes.
Orthodox Christians in Russia are celebrating one of the main religious holidays of the year – the Epiphany, or the baptism of Christ
Orthodox Christians celebrate the Epiphany in Sevastopol, Russia
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Orthodox Christians celebrate the Epiphany in Russia.
Orthodox Christians celebrate the Epiphany at Black Sea, Russia
Orthodox Christians celebrate the Epiphany in Novosibirsk, Russia
Orthodox Christians celebrate the Epiphany in Novosibirsk
Orthodox Christians celebrate the Epiphany in Adler, Russia
Orthodox Christians celebrate the Epiphany in Sevastopol, Russia
Orthodox Christians in Russia are celebrating one of the main religious holidays of the year – the Epiphany, or the baptism of Chris
