TCH-Rob Posted February 14, 2005 Posted February 14, 2005 Some history, During the reign of Emperor Claudius II marriage was forbidden as he wanted more men to become soldiers, but a Roman priest named Valentine defied the law and married couples in secret. Valentine was, eventually found out and incarcerated for defying the Emperor and failing to renounce his faith. While in prison, awaiting his death sentence, he befriended the jailer’s daughter. He was eventually beheaded, it is believed on 14th February 269 A.D. and after his death she received a letter from him thanking her for her friendship and loyalty which he signed ‘Your Valentine’. It is believed he also wrote to his friends asking them to remember ‘their Valentine’. Gradually February 14th became the date for exchanging love messages and St. Valentine became the patron Saint of lovers. Quote
valdorsha Posted February 14, 2005 Posted February 14, 2005 I hope everyone gets lots of candy, gifts, and.... other stuff. Wow, never knew the history behind the holiday before. Thanks Rob Quote
curtis Posted February 14, 2005 Posted February 14, 2005 OH GOD, Thanks for the reminder. I saw this post and images of Lorena Bobbit came to mind. Now to rush out for roses and candy before its too late. Happy Valentine's Day Quote
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