Epiphany

Epiphany, known as **Trzech Króli** (Three Kings' Day) in Poland, is celebrated on **January 6th** and is both a religious and public holiday. It marks the end of the Christmas season and commemorates the visit of the Three Wise Men (Magi) to the infant Jesus, as described in the Christian Bible. In Poland, the day is marked by vibrant **processions and parades** in cities and towns, where participants dress as the Three Kings and reenact their journey to Bethlehem. Churches hold special masses, and it is customary to write the initials **C+M+B** (representing the traditional names of the Magi—Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar—or the Latin phrase *"Christus Mansionem Benedicat,"* meaning "Christ bless this home") above doorways with blessed chalk to bring blessings for the new year. Epiphany is also a time for charity and community, with many Poles participating in events to support those in need. The holiday is deeply rooted in Polish tradition and reflects the country's strong Catholic heritage. In 2011, Epiphany was reinstated as a public holiday in Poland, allowing people to fully engage in its celebrations and religious observances.