History of St. Valentine's Day
Though the history if Valentine's Day is uncertain is does contain vestiges of both Christian and Roman traditions. Legend says that the day is rooted in the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, which was a celebration of fertility once commemoration February 15th. As Christianity came to dominate the earlier pagan festivals this became a Christian feast day, celebrating the Roman martyr Saint Valentine.Catholic Encyclopedia: Valentine's Day History
Valentine's Day Around the World
- History.com: The History of Valentine's Day
- Wikipedia: Valentine's Day and its equivalents in other cultures
- January 25: Dydd Santes Dwynwen (Wales)
- February 17: Sepandarmazgan (Iran)
- February 24: Dragobete (Romania)
- March 14: White Day (Japan, South Korea, Taiwan)
- April 14: Black Day (South Korea)
- July 7: Tanabata (Japan)
- August 7 (2008): Qi Xi (China)
- August 16 (2008): Tu B'Av (Jewish)
- November 11: Pepero Day (South Korea)
Valentine's Day Humor and Fun Stuff
CafePress: Anti-Valentine's Day T-Shirts and Gifts
HumorMatters: Valentine's Day Humor
SCFI: Valentine's Day Humor
WARNING: Ad-heavy YouTube: Valentine's Day Pains (Time: 2:35)
Crystal: Hilarious! YouTube: Lonely on Valentine's Day (Time: 4:04)
Current: Viral Video Film School Lesson #14: Valentine's Day (Time: 5:25)
Crystal: Oh, so funny!
References
Fast Facts
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Falls on February 14 in most countries
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In 2009, Valentine's Day falls on a Saturday
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Celebrated in honor of St. Valentine, the patron saint of lovers
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Popular Valentine's Day symbols Cupid, hearts, couples, candy
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Celebrated in most Western countries
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Comes in second, only to Christmas, as one of the largest card-sending holidaysMy Dear Valentine: Valentine's Day Facts
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Children between the ages of six and ten exchange more than 650 million Valentine cards with their friends, family and teachersMy Dear Valentine: Valentine's Day Facts
