The feast of the Epiphany in the Orthodox Church is considered one of the most important. He recalls that Jesus Christ, being sinless, was baptized in the waters of the Jordan River. After that, the Holy Spirit descended from heaven on Christ in the form of a dove. Orthodox Christians still believe in the healing power of baptismal water.
Instruction manual
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On the day of Epiphany and the day before, in every temple, water is taken from various sources. On January 18, the consecration takes place, after which believers can come and take water. The feast of Epiphany itself begins on January 19, when sources are illuminated and believers are three times plunged into the hole. Gather blessed water in the church on any of these two days (and the following week), but only after the service.
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Do not drink this water in order to quench your thirst, because it has beneficial properties, cleanses not only the body, but also the soul, the home. It is believed that even the tap water on the day of the Baptism of the Lord has healing power. If you want to get water on the day of the Epiphany Eve, then drinking it before or after is more appropriate on an empty stomach.
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Come to the temple or sanctified spring with clean water containers and reverential mood. If the tap or source does not have free space, do not push around while trying to move forward. Do not draw water while in a foul mood; it’s better to pray for the health of your near and dear ones. After the container you brought is filled, wash yourself three times and take a few sips of the blessed water. When you bring her home, first give her to all family members.
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Store water carefully throughout the year and do not just waste it. Do not put bottles or water tanks where they will trip over them, but hide them in a pantry or basement. An ideal place to store baptismal water is the holy corner in which the icons stand. If you draw water every year, do not pour out the water left over from last year. Use it for cooking or just drink it.
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Begin the day by drinking on an empty stomach prosphora and sacred water, reading the prayer "Lord, my God, may your holy and holy water be given to enlighten my mind, to strengthen my mental and physical strength, to the health of my soul and body, to subdue my passions and my weaknesses through Your infinite mercy through prayers to Your Most Holy Mother and all Your saints. Amen."
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