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Timkat
Ethiopian Orthodox Epiphany celebration
Celebration date
January 19
Geographic reach
1 country
Significance
Religious holiday
Timkat is the Ethiopian Orthodox celebration of Epiphany, commemorating the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River.
Commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. Features colorful processions with replicas of the Ark of the Covenant and ceremonial baptismal rites.
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