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Epiphana is a term that can refer to several things, most notably a Christian feast day and a genus of moth. In a religious context, Epiphany, often spelled without the capital 'a', is a Christian festival celebrated on January 6th. It commemorates the manifestation of God incarnate as Jesus Christ. The word "epiphany" itself comes from the Greek word epiphania, meaning "manifestation" or "striking appearance." The feast is particularly significant in Eastern Christianity, where it celebrates the baptism of Jesus, while in Western Christianity, it typically commemorates the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus. It marks the end of the Christmas season for many.

Beyond the religious observance, Epiphana also denotes a genus of moths belonging to the family Crambidae. These moths are characterized by their specific morphological features. While scientific classification uses this genus name, it is not a commonly encountered term in general conversation. The moths within the Epiphana genus are part of the vast diversity of insect life and their study falls under the purview of entomology. The distinction between the religious term and the scientific classification is important to avoid confusion.