Tag Archives: Epitaph

THE DAY OF MOURNING After the twelve gospels are read tonight throughout the churches of Zakynthos the preparation on the tomb will take place. In the village of Ambelokipi it is a ritual that has been done for many years. The women stay and place flowers on the tomb encasement that …

Last night was what we call the Epitaph. Zakynthians pay tribute to Christ. You will notice that a tomb like structure will be carved out of wood and a repilica of Christ will be laid down within the tomb, as the replica is surrounded in flower petals. Standing next to …