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The Coptic celebration of Christ's Baptism in the Jordan River. A blessing of water is central to the feast.
On the eve of the feast, a vigil is held and blessed water (Mayit al-Ghattas) is distributed to the faithful. It usually falls on or around January 19 (fixed).
It is especially important in Coptic Orthodox traditions. Explore pilgrimage holidays — browse options on Eden.
At a glance
- Type
- major feast
- Date type
- Fixed (same date every year)
- Regions
- Egypt
- Themes
- Life of Christ, Trinity
- Liturgical colour
- White, Gold
Common questions
Coptic Theophany is observed on January 19 (fixed). Moveable feasts shift each year; fixed feasts stay on the same calendar date.
The Coptic celebration of Christ's Baptism in the Jordan River. A blessing of water is central to the feast. On the eve of the feast, a vigil is held and blessed water (Mayit al-Ghattas) is distributed to the faithful. The feast is also associated with the feast of St. John the Baptist.
It is associated with Coptic Orthodox. It falls in the Christmas season of the liturgical year.
