e·piph·a·ny
[ih-pif-uh-nee]
1. (initial capital letter) a Christian festival, observed on January 6, commemorating the manisfestation of Christ to the gentiles in the persons of the Magi; Twelfth day.
Well…yes…we did already celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany as explained in the first definition above. I still reflect on this wonderful event in the life of Christ on this date even though it has been recognized already. Yes…I still have all the decorations up, the tree is lit in the window every night, we are still listening to Christmas music. I am savoring the very last moments…
2. an appearance or manifestation, esp. of a diety.
In reflecting on the second definition, I realize there are many manifestations of God in our daily lives. Some will be magnificent and wonderful…others small, ordinary, obscure. If we are not aware, we could miss those *smaller* epiphanies that *appear* in the daily…in the ordinary. Sometimes the manifestation occurs right within our souls~an invitation Spirit-whispered urging us closer to God.
3. a sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something, usually initiated by some simple, homely or commonplace occurrence or experience.
I love this!…the simple…the homely…the commonplace…isn’t that where most of us our living the daily…not in extraordinary circumstances but the everyday…the mundane? Finding God amongst this takes more perspective, awareness, living in the present….living in His Presence. By being grateful for the simple and even for the mundane, the gritty, we are drawn into that very moment ordained by God. He is there to manifest to us His Very Presence…an epiphany!
4. a literary work or section of a work presenting, usually symbolically, such a moment of revelation and insight.
How many epiphanies, insights, revelations have met me through the many readings I have immersed myself into. Scripture, the writings of the Carmelite Saints and many other good holy books.
I am taking small steps…beginning to be grateful for the epiphany of every moment…it is not an easy task and one that I have to will myself to do for love of God. I am learning the more I thank, the more I see, the more I am aware of God in that very moment…even in suffering. All is hallowed ground…
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by Fr Jacques Philippe.
Hi Theresa,
This is an excellent post and it makes me wonder how many epiphanies I miss each and every day through my lack of attention. I love your comment about seeking and finding Him everywhere too. Oh that He would heal my “spiritual eyes”!
Thank you Theresa…I love this,’ the Epiphany of every moment’
It’a always back to the small things and the present moment, right?
Blessings to you +
Love this, Theresa. Great piece!
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Thanks for kind words Emily~have a great day!
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Yes, seeing Him everywhere! This is what I’m trying to help my kids do (let alone myself). It’s only seeing the truth, because He is everywhere. Thanks for the reminder!
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I love how God manifests Himself in the most simplest of ways. And yes…it is always a seeking of the truth since He is Truth.
Many blessings…
Theresa recently posted..Epiphany…of every moment {revisited}
Perfect for today…beautiful. Doesn’t have to be all sparkley….epiphany in every moment. great post.
I just love that word *epiphany*. And the meanings are so applicable to us aren’t they? That would be another great word for this year (smiles)…but it’s something I am already striving for. If I am continually seeking the One I love…I will find Him…everywhere.
Have a blessed day Samantha!
Theresa recently posted..Epiphany…of every moment {revisited}
That is a great word! God is in struggles. Seek and we will find, in the everyday.
You have a blessed week too!