Why Is February 14th Celebrated? You May Be Surprised By The Dark Reality About This Holiday

Its origins may be traced to ancient Rome, which is surprisingly bloody.

Valentine’s Day is an annual occasion for couples to show each other how much they care by sharing presents, cards, and chocolate boxes. Because the holiday is associated with giving gifts, there is a recurring joke that the creators are greeting

cards or candy corporations. But as it happens, that isn’t the case. Really, why is Valentine’s Day observed? The actual explanation has its roots in Roman and Christian customs, with the enigmatic Saint Valentine as its core.

Saint Valentine: Who Was He?

It’s unclear which of the several Saint Valentines recognized by the Catholic church is the one to whom the feast is dedicated.
Another theory is that a guy who was incarcerated and fell in love with his jailor’s daughter is the inspiration for Valentine’s Day. This man is credited for writing the first “valentine,” since he is claimed to have written a letter to his sweetheart and signed it “from your Valentine.”

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