19 January 2012, Thousands of Russian Orthodox Church followers plunged into icy rivers and ponds to mark Epiphany, during which they cleanse themselves with water deemed holy for the day. Water that is blessed by a cleric on Epiphany is considered holy and pure until next year's celebration, and is believed to have special powers of protection and healing.

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