70+ Happy Epiphany: beautiful postcards and pictures

Orthodox Christians celebrate one of the main church holidays, Epiphany, also known as Epiphany, on January 19. This celebration was established in memory of the evangelical event — the baptism of Jesus Christ in the waters of the Jordan River by the prophet John the Baptist. For believers, the day symbolizes spiritual purification, the beginning of the Savior's ministry and the appearance of the Holy Trinity to the world. Especially for the celebration, Izvestia has prepared more than 70 colorful postcards and greetings that can be shared with loved ones on Epiphany.

Happy Epiphany: customs and traditions of the holiday

The history of the holiday goes back to the evangelical events described in all four canonical Gospels. According to the Scriptures, at the age of about thirty, Jesus Christ came to the Jordan River, where the prophet John, later called the Baptist, preached and performed the rite of cleansing ablution.

Although John himself considered himself unworthy to perform the sacrament over the Savior, Jesus insisted, saying that "thus it behooves us to fulfill all righteousness." During the ceremony, a significant event occurred: the heavens were opened, and the Holy Spirit descended on Christ in the form of a dove. At the same time, the voice of God the Father was heard proclaiming Jesus the son of God.

This phenomenon became a revelation of the trinity of God — the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, which gave the holiday its second name — Epiphany. Thus, Christ's baptism marked his acceptance of the mission to save humanity. It was from this event that the ministry of Jesus Christ to people began.

The theme of baptism has become one of the central themes in Orthodox icon painting. The icons traditionally depict the Savior standing in the waters of the Jordan River, with the prophet John the Baptist at His right hand. In the upper part of the composition, the Holy Spirit is depicted in the form of a dove in a ray of light. Angels can often be seen leaning on either side of the central figure, which emphasizes the grandeur of the moment.

The holiday is widely reflected in folk traditions. In Russia, he completed the Christmas Yuletide cycle, which lasted from Christmas to Epiphany and ended on the eve of the holiday, on Epiphany Eve.

According to custom, the night before Epiphany was devoted to fortune-telling. Girls often guessed at their betrothed using various objects: wax, rings, mirrors, and candle shadows. It was believed that this period was the last and most "true" for such rituals, since with dawn any power that helped predict fate disappeared.

Despite the fact that the church has always condemned such rituals, they persisted in popular culture until the 20th century. On Epiphany Eve itself, believers are instructed to observe a strict one—day fast, which prepares them for the great celebration, and eat only soaked wheat grains with honey and dried fruits.

In the evening, the Divine Liturgy is celebrated in churches and directly on the holiday itself on January 19. It is particularly festive, accompanied by a procession and the consecration of water. Through this sacrament, believers not only become involved in the remembered events, but also spiritually partake of the grace bestowed through the baptism of Christ.

The consecrated epiphany water is then carefully stored throughout the year. It is consumed on an empty stomach with prayer, believing in its ability to strengthen spiritual and bodily strength. Believers also sprinkle it on their homes, cars, and personal belongings, asking for God's blessing and protection for themselves and their loved ones for the coming year.

Another tradition of the holiday is bathing in the ice hole (Jordan), which is often cut down in the shape of a cross. This ceremony symbolizes the baptism of Christ, who entered the waters of the Jordan. In the old days, it was believed that bathing in icy water washed away sins and brought health. However, the church does not prescribe bathing as an obligatory ritual and reminds that the main thing is prayer and participation in worship.

You can congratulate your loved ones on a bright holiday with warm words and postcards. Traditional postcard themes have their origins in iconography and folk customs. The classic image is the biblical scene of Christ's baptism. Images of consecration of water, bathing in an ice hole and winter landscapes with temples are also popular.

You can send a greeting card on social networks or messengers Max, Telegram, Viber or WhatsApp (owned by Meta, which is recognized as extremist and banned in Russia), adding warm wishes to it.

Congratulations on the Epiphany of the Lord in prose

Usually, at the Epiphany of the Lord, they wish for health, purity of thoughts, spiritual purification and family well-being. Below are examples of congratulations in prose in your own words that will allow you to share the joy of the holiday with your loved ones.

General greetings for all Christians

"Happy great feast of the Epiphany and Epiphany of the Lord! May the grace of this day bring peace to your home, and clarity and goodness to your life. I wish you good health and mental purity!"

"Congratulations on the Epiphany of the Lord! May the holy water cleanse the soul from worries, and may the heart be filled with peace and bright faith. I wish God's blessing in every business and joy in my soul!"

"Congratulations on your Epiphany from the bottom of my heart! May the guardian angel protect you, and may the holy water strengthen your strength and spirit. I wish that faith would always be your reliable support in life, and the Lord would protect you from all troubles!"

"Happy Epiphany, Orthodox Christians! May this day be the beginning of a bright path filled with hope. I wish that love, prosperity and mutual understanding reign in your home!"

"Congratulations on the feast of the Baptism of Christ! I wish that the holy epiphany water would wash away all sorrows and fill your life with grace. May warmth and faith always live in your soul!"

"Happy Epiphany! May your prayer on this day be especially sincere, and may God's grace touch your heart. I wish you peace in your family and fortitude. Be healthy and happy!"

"I sincerely congratulate you on the bright feast of Epiphany! May the holy water bring health to your home and peace to your heart. I wish you good achievements and warmth!"

Epiphany Greetings for Mom

"Dear Mother, happy Epiphany! May the holy water strengthen your health and prayer give you peace. I wish you spiritual light, warmth and God's blessing every day. Thank you for your faith and love!"

"Mommy, congratulations on the great feast of the Epiphany! You are the guardian angel of our family. May the Lord protect you, give you strength and joy. I wish that the holy water would bring peace and grace into your life, and that the holiday would fill your heart with bright joy!"

"Happy Epiphany, dear mother! Your faith is the biggest example for us. I wish your heart to be filled with special grace and peace on this day. I wish you good health and warmth!"

"Dear Mother, happy Epiphany! May the holy water wash away all worries, and our house will be full of your love and care. I wish you well-being, light in your soul and God's mercy!"

"Mom, happy Epiphany! I wish that your prayers were answered and that your life was illuminated by faith and hope. May the angel always keep you on your way. I wish you health and happiness for many years to come!"

Epiphany greetings for parents

"Dear Mom and Dad, happy Epiphany! Your faith and wisdom are our mainstay. May the holy water strengthen your health, and may God's blessing protect your home. We wish you long life, peace and peace of mind!"

"Dad and Mom, happy Epiphany! Thank you for teaching us faith and goodness. May there be many bright days filled with grace in your life. We wish you good health and mutual love!"

"Dear parents, congratulations on the Epiphany! May this holiday bring comfort and well-being to your home. We wish that the holy water would wash away all sorrows, and that our hearts would be filled with hope and joy on this holy holiday!"

"Happy Epiphany, our relatives! We wish you good spirits, clarity of thought and God's blessing at every step. May your life be long and happy, surrounded by loving children and grandchildren!"

"My dear ones, happy great holiday — the Epiphany of the Lord! May your faith be strong and your prayer sincere. I wish you good health, peace of mind and joy from every day you live!"

Epiphany greetings for my daughter

"Dear daughter, happy Epiphany! May your guardian angel always protect you on the path of life. I wish you purity of soul, bright faith and a happy fate. Be loved and protected by God's grace!"

"Daughter, happy Epiphany day! I wish that your heart would always be open to goodness and faith. May the Lord guide you, give you inspiration and protect you from all the adversities of life!

"Our dear girl, congratulations on your Baptism! May the holy water bring clarity, joy and kind people into your life. We wish you wisdom in your decisions, good luck in your endeavors, great happiness and sincere love!"

"Happy Epiphany, our beloved daughter! May this day fill your soul with light and hope. We wish you to go through life with confidence, be happy and bring joy to others!"

"Dear daughter, happy great holiday! On Epiphany, we wish you blessings in all your affairs, good health and faithful companions in life. May your path be smooth and your heart full of love and kindness!"

Epiphany greetings for my son

"Son, happy Epiphany! May this holiday strengthen your spirit and give you strength for good deeds. I wish you to be brave, wise and fair. May the Lord protect you on all the roads you have chosen!"

"Dear son, I congratulate you on the Epiphany! I wish faith to be your inner core, and prayer to help you in difficult times. I wish you good health, well-being and success in all good endeavors!"

"Happy Epiphany, my dear! May the holy water wash away all doubts on this festive day, purify the soul and strengthen the body. I wish you success in your work, perseverance in the face of challenges and strong faith. May God's blessing accompany you in everything!"

"Son, happy Epiphany day! I wish you to go through life with a pure heart, kind thoughts and faith in the mercy of the Almighty. May the guardian angel protect you from troubles, and luck will always be on your side!"

"Dear son, happy Epiphany day! May your heart be pure and your actions worthy. I wish you well-being, success in your business, and devoted and loving people around you. Happy holidays!"

Epiphany greetings for my brother

"Dear brother, happy Epiphany! May the holy water give you strength, and faith will help you overcome any obstacles. I wish you good health, success in all your endeavors, and reliable support in your family!"

Dear brother, congratulations on Epiphany and Epiphany! I wish that your path is always illuminated by God's light. Fortitude, confidence in the future, true male friendship and the support of Heaven all along your path!"

"Happy Epiphany, brother! May this great holiday strengthen your faith and remind you of the most important thing: to always remain human and open your heart to good deeds. May the angel always protect you, and there will be a lot of joy and bright roads in your life!"

"Brother, have a great holiday! I wish you blessings in all your endeavors. May your health be iron, your spirit unbending, and your heart kind and sympathetic. Happy Epiphany!"

"Congratulations on the Epiphany holiday, dear brother! I wish you strength for great achievements, wisdom in decisions and sensitivity towards your loved ones. May there be many reasons for gratitude and joy in your life!"

Epiphany greetings for my sister

"Beloved sister, happy Epiphany! May your life be as pure and bright as epiphany water. I wish you tender love, spiritual harmony and God's blessing every day!"

"Dear sister, congratulations on the Epiphany and the Baptism of the Lord! May faith warm your heart and prayer bring comfort. I wish you good health, feminine happiness and a radiant smile not only on this bright holiday, but also on all days!"

"Happy Epiphany, dear sister! I wish your home to be full, and peace and mutual understanding to reign in your family. May the holy water wash away all sorrows, and may the grace of this great day bring joy and comfort!"

"Happy holidays, little sister! On this sunny Epiphany day, I wish you fulfillment of your most cherished desires, warmth and great feminine happiness. May the Almighty hear you and fulfill all your dreams!"

"Congratulations on your Baptism, Sister! May the insults go away from your heart today, and the Lord will open the door for love and happiness. I wish that luck always smiles on you, and all your plans come true!

Epiphany greetings for Grandma

"Dear Grandmother, happy Epiphany! May the holy water grant you strength and health for many years to come. I wish you peace of mind, warmth in your home, and joy from your children and grandchildren. Thank you for your prayers!"

"Grandma, happy the great feast of the Epiphany! I wish that the guardian angel would take care of you. Thank you for praying for us, giving us a piece of your love every day. Always be healthy and happy, and may all adversities and illnesses pass you by!"

"Dear Grandmother, congratulations on the Epiphany holiday! May the holy water wash away all adversity, and there will be more reasons to smile in your life. I wish you warmth and God's blessing!"

"Grandma, happy Epiphany and Epiphany! I wish your sincere faith to serve as a source of inspiration and comfort for you, helping you cope with all difficulties. May every new day bring you only good news, health and joy!"

"Happy Epiphany day, our beloved grandmother! May the light of this day warm you, and your prayers will be answered. I wish you a cheerful spirit, a clear mind and many bright and joyful days surrounded by your loving family!"

Epiphany greetings for husband and wife

"Beloved husband, happy Epiphany! May God's blessing keep you safe on all roads, and the holy water will give you strength and vigor. I wish you, our defender, good health, wisdom and confidence. May our house always be a complete thicket where love and mutual understanding reign!"

"Happy Epiphany, my beloved! May the guardian angel protect you from all adversity. I wish that every day brings you joy, and your heart is filled with light and love. You are my support and support, may the Lord protect you!"

"Dear, happy Epiphany and Epiphany! May your faith, which is also bright and pure, be a source of joy for our whole family. I wish you spiritual harmony, feminine happiness and fulfillment of your most cherished desires. Thank you for your love!"

"Beloved wife, happy Epiphany! Your smile lights up my life like the light of God. I wish you to always be the same beautiful, desirable and infinitely loved. May the epiphany water wash away all your sorrows, fill your days with endless joy and grace!"

"Darling, I congratulate you on your Baptism! I wish that faith warms your soul in the bitterest frost, and that your life is filled with light and warmth. May every new day bring you and me new reasons to be happy and grateful that God's ways have brought us together!"

Epiphany greetings for godparents

"Dear godmother, Congratulations on the Baptism of the Lord! May joy light up your day like a ray of sunshine on this bright holiday, and may your heart be filled with the expectation of a miracle. I wish you family peace, harmony, good health and great happiness!"

"Godmother, I congratulate you on the Baptism of the Lord! May your soul soar like a white dove on the wings of joy on this winter day, and fervent prayers will sound from the depths of your heart, which the Lord will surely hear!"

"Godfather, happy Epiphany day! I wish that all adversities would flow out of your life like epiphany water, and that your soul would always be young and pure, as on the day when holy Baptism took place and the Holy Spirit descended on earth like a white dove! Thank you for being my guardian angel all these years!"

"Dear godson (goddaughter)! On this wonderful day, Jesus received holy Baptism, showing people the way to salvation. I wish you to continue to follow the commandments of Christ, remaining a kind and sympathetic person with a pure heart. May your life be cloudless, and your soul free from sorrows and regrets!"

"Godson (godchild), I congratulate you on the great feast of the Epiphany of the Lord! May your soul soar like a white dove on the wings of joy on this winter day, and fervent prayers will sound from the depths of your heart, which will certainly be heard. May God protect you!"

Epiphany greetings for friends and colleagues

"Dear friend, happy Epiphany! May this bright holiday bring harmony and new dreams into your life. I wish you to be happy, loved and always remain that kind sorceress who never forgets about her friends and is ready to support with wise advice in any situation!"

"Happy Epiphany, my beloved friend! May the holy water wash away all worries on the holiday and fill your life with bright joy. I wish you sincere love, fulfillment of desires and peace of mind! Be loved and happy, may all your dreams come true!"

"Dear friend, happy Epiphany! I wish you God's blessing in your business and personal life. Don't let your health fail you, and there will always be people you can rely on!"

"Colleagues, happy Epiphany day! I cordially congratulate you on this great celebration and wish you good health, success in your business and harmony in your personal life. May all your plans come true, and all the bad things will disappear into the depths of the icy Epiphany water!"

"Dear colleagues, happy Epiphany! I wish you peace and prosperity in your families, and fruitful and peaceful working days. Good health and new achievements!"

Postcards and greetings were prepared by Izvestia with the help of artificial intelligence. See also a selection of poems and vintage Epiphany postcards.