As we all know, today is Valentine's Day. Today is the day that chocolates, roses, and "be my valentine" cards are passed around. Most of us know what Valentine's day is about, but what most of us don't know is how Valentine's Day came about.
How It Came About
| St. Valentine |
There are many legends on how Valentine's Day came about. The Catholic church recognizes three different saints named Valentine, all of whom were martyred. One of the St. Valentines was a priest who served in Rome in the third century. When the emperor decided that single men become better soldiers, he outlawed marriage for young men. When St. Valentine heard about this law he found it unjust and started to preform secret marriages for young lovers. When he was discovered the Emperor ordered him to be put to death.
Whatever the story is, Happy Valentine's Day!
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