About Valentine's Day – Muluwa Chrispin
About Valentine's Day – Muluwa Chrispin
Valentine's
Day, celebrated annually on February 14, is a global holiday dedicated to
expressing love and affection through cards, flowers, chocolates, and gifts. In
2026, it falls on a Saturday. It originated from a blend of ancient Roman
fertility festivals (Lupercalia) and Christian traditions honoring St.
Valentine.
Key
Aspects of Valentine's Day:
- Origins: The
day is named after St. Valentine, a Christian martyr from the 3rd century.
Legend suggests he was executed for secretly marrying couples, disobeying
Emperor Claudius II, who believed single men made better soldiers.
- Traditions: Common
traditions include exchanging handwritten or store-bought cards
("valentines"), gifting roses, candy, and jewelry to partners,
friends, and family.
- Modern Celebration: It
is a major commercial holiday often marked by romantic dinners and
proposals, with roots in medieval courtly love traditions and
Victorian-era card-giving.
While
originally a religious feast day, it has evolved into a popular, secular
celebration of love and romance worldwide.
By: Muluwa Chrispin

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