January 6 in Bulgaria: Faith, Folklore, and Winter Rituals of Yordanovden

Yordanovden, celebrated on January 6, is one of the most significant religious and cultural holidays in Bulgaria. Known internationally as Epiphany or Theophany, the day commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ in the River Jordan by John the Baptist. In Bulgaria, however, Yordanovden goes beyond its religious meaning and has evolved into a powerful blend of faith, tradition, folklore and community spirit, observed across the country regardless of age or region....Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Novinite Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Novinite