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Epiphany, celebrating the Feast of the Three Kings (Trzech Króli) in Poland

By pinoysinpoland




The Feast of the Epiphany commemorates the arrival of the Three Wise Men in Bethlehem to pay tribute to Jesus, twelve days after his birth. Each of them brought a gift (myrrh, frankincense and gold), which are still present in some rituals of the Roman Catholic Church. The event is seen as the epiphany – literally the manifestation of Jesus as the Son of God

Polish people recreate the procession in which the Magi arrived to Jesus, and it is done in grand fashion. The actors ride on camels, or in a less exotic manner, on horses, while passing out sweet treats to the children. Families gather on the routes to watch the fairytale-like show.

Poles take small boxes containing chalk, a gold ring, incense and a piece of amber, in memory of the gifts of the Magi, to church to be blessed.

Why do Poles write K+M+B on their doors?

A King Cake ( Ciasto Trzech Króli) with a lucky coin or almond is baked on this day. The one to receive the piece with a coin or almond will be the king!


Epiphany is also a day of prayer for and assistance to Polish missionaries. Donations from the faithful in all churches today go for the support of over 2,000 Polish missionaries and nuns working in 98 countries around the world

One last thing you need to know about the Epiphany in Poland is that it has been a bank holiday since 2011. All the offices, major shops, fast-food chains and shopping malls are closed. However, most restaurants and bars should be open, as Polish people love to spend this holiday eating out with friends and family.





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