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History and Traditions: The First Day of Baptism, also known as the Epiphany or Theophany, is a significant religious holiday in Serbia celebrated on January 19th. It commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ in the River Jordan by John the Baptist, which is considered a revelation of Jesus as the Son of God.
One of the most important traditions on this day is the Great Blessing of the Waters. This ritual involves a cross being thrown into a river, lake, or other body of water by a priest to bless it. The event symbolizes Jesus' baptism and is supposed to confer blessings on people and nature.
What People Do: On this day, many Serbians participate in church services where they receive blessed water believed to have healing powers. One of the most notable customs involves young men diving into frigid waters to retrieve a cross thrown by a priest. The person who retrieves it is said to be blessed with good luck and health for the coming year.
In addition to religious observances, people also celebrate with family gatherings and feasts. Traditional dishes are prepared, and homes may be visited by priests who perform house blessings with holy water from the morning's service.
The First Day of Baptism is both a solemn religious observance and a cultural event that brings communities together in Serbia to reaffirm their faith and heritage.
