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Public in Ethiopia
Timkat in Ethiopia
Also known as:
Ethiopian Epiphany
Ethiopian Orthodox Epiphany celebration
Quick Facts
Religious Holiday
Has spiritual and religious significance
christian
orthodox
Multi-Day Celebration
Celebrated over 2 days in Ethiopia
2 Days
Holiday Type
Classification in Ethiopia
Public
About Timkat
Ethiopian Orthodox Epiphany celebration
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.
Practical Information in Ethiopia
Banks
Banks are closed
🏦 ClosedSchools
Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
🏛️ ClosedHistorical Significance in Ethiopia
Timkat has been celebrated in Ethiopia since the 4th century when Christianity became the state religion.
Calendar Details
Calendar Systems
ethiopian
On this day in African history
- 1899 The Continuum Agreement is signed by Britain and Egypt, giving both countries joint control over Sudan.
- 1934 Nigeria's first institution of higher learning, Yaba Higher College, is formally opened.
- 1966 Abbé Fulbert Youlou arrives in France seeking asylum after the fall of Moïse Tshombe, but Charles de Gaulle refuses him residency. · France
- 2017 Winner of The Gambia’s presidential election, Adama Barrow, is sworn in at the Gambian embassy in Dakar, Senegal, after dictator Yahya Jammeh clings t... · The Gambia
Historical Timeline
2026
Last observed in Ethiopia
🇪🇹Final celebration recorded in Ethiopia
⏰ Last ObservedAlternative & Historical Names in Ethiopia
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Ethiopia
Also Known As:
Ethiopian Epiphany
Current Status in Ethiopia
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Ethiopia
Last observed: 2026
Public Holiday
Date: January 19, 2024