Twelfth Night! (It’s actually tomorrow night! January 6th.)
Posted by admin on Jan 5th, 2007
Tomorrow is the last day of Christmas, although if you are Orthodox, it’s Christmas Eve. I so love 12th night! Even if I don’t do anything about it any longer.
Twelfth Night is the Feast of the Epiphany, from the Greek term, as well as mythology, referring to the point where a god traveling among men makes himself manifest; the manifestation in this case being of the Infant Jesus, Christ our God, to the Three Wise Men - representative of the Gentiles. As everyone ought to know, the Twelve Days of Christmas refers to the period between Christmas and Epiphany; prior to modern times it was customary for gifts to
be given on Epiphany rather than Christmas itself, in commemoration of the gifts presented by the the Three Kings, magi, astrologers, whatever is the current translation of the NAB. In Italy and other Latin countries, it is yet celebrated with gifts.
be given on Epiphany rather than Christmas itself, in commemoration of the gifts presented by the the Three Kings, magi, astrologers, whatever is the current translation of the NAB. In Italy and other Latin countries, it is yet celebrated with gifts.
Now ye mockers of contemporary names, hear ye this:
The given name “Tiffany” actually derives from “Epiphany” and was indeed a name originally given to girls born on or about this date; hence, it is a medieval name - dating to England in the mid-14th century. (Some people like to make fun of contemporary names for children - stop that!) - 12th Night Celebrations.
Romantic Lords, 12th Night would be the loveliest night to present your fair maiden with a lovely betrothal ring. Other fine gifts would be an expensive parfume or cologne, or something as simple as a scented candle, or a fine wine - even the most delicious chocolat. All keeping in the tradition of Epiphany romance…thus, surprise your lover with a treasured gift tomorrow night! (It is the night for romance and fun! Much more so than New Years!)
I post now that ye may prepare!
A happy Christmas to all! And remember, Christmas is not a day, but a way of life! “Let us love one another!”
