Baptism of Ice for the Epiphany, in Photos While most of us prefer to stay warm in the winter, every year on Jan. 19 brave Russians mark the day with an icy plunge, celebrating the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. Here’s a look at today’s baptism of ice! Jan 19, 2019 - 11:27 am Representing the baptism of Jesus, a cross is dipped into the water. Moskva News Agency Safety and security on standby as men line up to take the plunge. Moskva News Agency While some strip themselves down, others remain dressed. Moskva News Agency A girl is helped out of the freezing water. Moskva News Agency For many Russians, the event has become an annual ritual. Moskva News Agency While many take the plunge, others prefer to stay warm and observe. Moskva News Agency Till today, the ritual maintains its religious significance. Moskva News Agency Fire to fight the ice after a dip in the freezing water! Moskva News Agency More image galleries laying flowers In Photos: Memorials to Moscow Concert Victims Appear Across Russia The attack has sent shockwaves across Russia and sparked an outpouring of grief across the country. 1 Min read invasion precursor In Photos: Russia Marks 10 Years of Crimea Annexation Russia staged concert rallies and other events to celebrate what the Kremlin calls its "reunification" with Crimea, an event that set the stage for its... 1 Min read end of winter In Photos: Russians Celebrate Maslenitsa with Bonfires and Blini The holiday, which has roots in ancient Slavic pagan traditions, celebrates the last week before Lent begins. 1 Min read Lifeless villages The Sad Beauty of Russia's Abandoned Villages Russia’s big cities may appear to be flourishing, filled with shops, restaurants, recently built apartment buildings, malls and entertainment venues... 1 Min read
Baptism of Ice for the Epiphany, in Photos While most of us prefer to stay warm in the winter, every year on Jan. 19 brave Russians mark the day with an icy plunge, celebrating the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. Here’s a look at today’s baptism of ice! Jan 19, 2019 - 11:27 am Representing the baptism of Jesus, a cross is dipped into the water. Moskva News Agency Safety and security on standby as men line up to take the plunge. Moskva News Agency While some strip themselves down, others remain dressed. Moskva News Agency A girl is helped out of the freezing water. Moskva News Agency For many Russians, the event has become an annual ritual. Moskva News Agency While many take the plunge, others prefer to stay warm and observe. Moskva News Agency Till today, the ritual maintains its religious significance. Moskva News Agency Fire to fight the ice after a dip in the freezing water! Moskva News Agency