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St. Valentine's Day
Today we read out of our "Mystery of History" book about St. Valentine. Boy did I learn some things! Now, I already knew that he was a martyr. Didnt know much more about him than that. But the actual holiday is actually a "christian remake" of a pagan holiday. The Romans celebrated on February 15th to their pagan gods and goddesses of love. But St. Valentine was martyred on February 14th, so the pope decided to make February 14th a christian version of the Roman holiday. to "Christian-ize" it and make it in honor of St. Valentine.
Hmmmm...
So Valentines Day is no different than Halloween. Its a pagan holiday that was celebrated and has been since "christian-ized" But I wonder. the ones who made it up, how sad they would be today. Cupid actually was a god (i really had no idea!!). The God of love. The son of Venus, who was the goddess of love. The Romans would pick cards to see what man was paired with what woman. then, they would give each other treats. They actually believed that Cupid shot them with arrows and then would fall in love. The christians at the time decided this was wrong and came up with St. Valentines Day to honor Valentine instead of these false Roman Gods, since he was killed for his belief in God the day before their holiday.
Who wouldve thought that that's where St. Valentines day come from? Interesting. But I also have to say... Ive been blasted by many Christian brothers and sisters for celebrating Christmas. Yes, I love Christmas and celebrating the birth of my Savior!! But for Christmas, at least theres a Godly purpose. It seems that Valentines day is no different than having a fall harvest instead of celebrating Halloween. But how many people actually know that and will yell at others if they let their kids go trick or treating, but will gladly allow their children to pass out little pieces of paper in February that says "I love you" . (Dont get me wrong, i cant stand Halloween. never have liked it. even when i was lost) I just found this very interesting... Am I the only one who didnt know this? |
Posted: 4:50 PM, Oct. 1, 2009 |
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| Nope, you taught me something. I did not know that about Valentine's Day. I think we are learning more than the kids this year. Base 16, Valentine's Day, what's next? |
Posted by StephsHubby at 6:24 AM, Oct. 3, 2009 |
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| lol, really. who knows what we'll learn next, but im sure itll be something fun and interesting :) |
Posted by want2live4God at 9:04 AM, Oct. 3, 2009 |
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Hey Steph! It's me, Michele. I'm back on HSB too; we can be friends here now again! :-)
I found out about Val. Day about a year ago, maybe... I think I was more disappointed about that then Christmas, which I wouldn't miss a bit. I don't decorate or do much of anything for that anymore. But I dropped V day too... the things of this world, you know... not His way.
Blessings to you all! I know you're struggling; so am I. |
Posted by specialblessings at 5:12 PM, Oct. 4, 2009 |
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