While many have long since put their Christmas decorations away (if they decorated) and completely put Christmas out of their minds, many have yet to do so. One reason? Today, January 6th is celebrated worldwide by many people. It is known as the Epiphany, as well as Three Kings Day. The Amish celebrate it as Old Christmas and the Epiphany.
“This day celebrates how a star led the Magi - also known as the Three Kings or the Wise Men - to visit the baby Jesus after he had been born. 'Epiphany' comes from the Greek word meaning 'to reveal', as it is when the baby Jesus was 'revealed' to the world. This is why you might hear people say they've had an epiphany when they've just realized something.”
My family also celebrates the Epiphany, or as we call it, el Día de Reyes. The tradition is for the children to place hay/straw in a box and leave it out for the camels that the three kings travel on. A gift is left for the children as a thank you for the camels' food.
As we celebrate this day, it reminds me that celebrating the birth of Christ isn’t a one-day-and-done deal. As we go through the year, may each day be a reminder of His birth and all He has done for us, and may we live each day honoring Him and living a life that is pleasing to Him.
Feliz Día de Reyes/Three Kings Day/Happy Epiphany/Old Christmas, everyone!
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