Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia celebrate baptism of Jesus

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Live from Addis Ababa on Monday, January 19, as Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate the baptism of Jesus.

Timket, the Ethiopian Epiphany, is a vibrant and deeply spiritual annual festival. It commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River and is one of the most important holy days in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.

The celebration draws thousands of worshippers for prayers, processions and traditional ceremonies.

Ethiopia

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January 19 at 03:00

Ethiopia, Addis Ababa

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Live from Addis Ababa on Monday, January 19, as Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate the baptism of Jesus.

The celebration draws thousands of worshippers for prayers, processions and traditional ceremonies.

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