People celebrate the baptism of Jesus

Ethiopian Orthodox Christians are celebrating the Timket festival, also known as Epiphany, which honors the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan. In Batu, located in Ethiopia’s Oromia region by Lake Dambal, local priests are seen escorting replicas of the Ark of the Covenant, referred to as tabots, that traditionally hold the Biblical Ten Commandments. The festival is marked by vibrant processions and religious significance. This event reflects the deep-rooted cultural and spiritual traditions of the Ethiopian Orthodox community.

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