epiphany
/ɪˈpɪfəni/
noun
- A sudden, clear understanding or realization of something important.
- His epiphany came during a quiet moment of reflection, changing his entire outlook on life.
- She had an epiphany while walking in the park and finally understood the solution to the problem.
- The scientist described her epiphany as a flash of insight that connected years of research.
- A Christian festival, celebrated on January 6, that commemorates the visit of the Magi (the three wise men) to the infant Jesus.
- In some cultures, children receive gifts on Epiphany instead of Christmas Day.
- Many churches hold special services on Epiphany to mark the end of the Christmas season.
- The Epiphany celebration includes the blessing of water and the singing of traditional hymns.
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