Valentine’s Day, celebrated every year on Feb. 14, traces its roots to ancient Roman and Christian traditions. The day is named after St. Valentine, a Christian martyr from the third century who ...

While there were a few Christian martyrs – people killed for their religious beliefs – named Valentine, the day may have taken its name from a priest killed by Emperor Claudius II Gothicus ...

Themes: celebrating St Valentine's Day; the life of St Valentine ... So he challenged Valentine to pray to his Christian god and restore her eyesight. So, Valentine placed his hands gently ...

Some historians believe Valentine’s Day originated from Lupercalia and only shares its name with a martyred Christian saint. According to renowned historian Noel Lenski, the tradition of ...

Up next, our selections from the 2025 Christian Dior Valentine's Day gift guide. From the iconic Lady Dior handbag to an embroidered sweater crafted in white cashmere and virgin wool knit– shop ...