“…that the present feast is called Theophany – everyone knows; but what this is – Theophany, and whether it be one thing or another, they know not. And this is shameful – every year to celebrate the feastday and not know its reason.” –St. John Chrysostom Why was Christ baptized? What was the purpose? Is…


“…that the present feast is called Theophany – everyone knows; but what this is – Theophany, and whether it be one thing or another, they know not. And this is shameful – every year to celebrate the feastday and not know its reason.” –St. John Chrysostom

Why was Christ baptized? What was the purpose? Is this the same baptism Christians receive today? In this homily, St. John Chrysostom explains to us with beauty and clarity what Holy Theophany, the baptism and showing forth of our Lord Jesus Christ, is and is not.

The text of this homily can be found here: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2010/01/on-holy-theophany.html

The Orthodox Church celebrates Holy Theophany on January 6th

Troparion for the Feast: When Thou wast baptized in the Jordan, O Lord, the worship of the Trinity made its appearance. For the voice of the Father bore witness to Thee when He called Thee His beloved Son. And the Spirit in the form of a dove confirmed the truth of the word. O Christ our God, Who hast appeared and hast enlightened the world, glory to Thee!

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