Valentine’s day goes back St Valentine who is purported to have performed marriages for soldiers who were not allowed to marry. In the 14th century the observance was enhanced by the court under the influence of Geoffrey Chaucer’s writings. during the 19th century sending flowers gifts and cards became a tradition. Valentines were often used to “unlock a heart”
Besides romance valentines were used to protect children from epilepsy, epilepsy was know as Valentines disease in the past.
Valentines Day is an observance both Christian, cultural, and commercial.
On this Day: February 14th, 14th century
The Christian feast of St. Valentines becomes associated with romantic love through the writings of Geoffrey Chaucer
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Kevin Griffiths
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