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The one fact that can be stated confidently is that we know nothing about the legendary Saint Valentine, not even whether he actually existed. When, in 496, Pope Gelasius included Valentine among all those "... whose names are justly reverenced among men, but whose acts are known only to God," Gelasius implies that nothing was known to him about the life of Valentine, over two centuries earlier. Neverthless, tradition speaks of St. Valentine secretly marrying young couples so that the husbands could avoid military service. He has come to represent true love.
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There is no doubt that at least one Saint Valentine existed, in fact, there are about 14 recognized by the Church. Confusion arises because two of these Valentines suffered martyrdom in Rome about the same time under Roman Emperor Claudius II Gothicus. One was a priest working in Rome and the second was Valentine the Bishop of Interamna, Terni, in Italy, who happened to be in Rome on Church business at the time. Their lives had become so intertwined and embellished by hagiographers over the years that it became impossible to separate them and the stories circulating. What was truth and what was legend? In 1969, due to this confusion, Saint Valentine was removed from the Calendar of Saints. His cult has not been suppressed so veneration is still allowed. However, any saint undergoing martyrdom for their faith is most worthy of veneration even if the whole story remains shrouded in mystery and legend.
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Who is St. Valentine's Day named after?
It is named after St. Valentine.
When and what was the St Valentine's Day Massacre?
st valentine's day 1929.
What is Valentine's name?
Valentine was St. Valentine's real name.
How is St. Valentine important to Valentine's Day?
If there had been no St. Valentine there would have been no Valentine Day. February 14 was his feast day.
When is St. Valentine's feast day?
The feast day of St. Valentine of Rome is on February 14, Valentine's Day.
Who was in St. Valentine's family?
Little is known about St. Valentine, including his family.
What was St. Valentine's occupation?
St. Valentine of Rome was a priest, possibly a bishop.
What is valentine's day named after?
St Valentine
Who is the originator of valentine?
basil st valentine
Where was St. Valentine born?
St. Valentine of Rome was born in Rome to the best of our knowledge.
When is st valentine celebrated?
The feast of St. Valentine of Rome is celebrated on February 14.
Does Ireland have a St. Valentine's Day?
Yes, St. Valentine's Day is celebrated in Ireland on the 14th of February. In fact, the remains of St. Valentine are in a church in Dublin, and on St. Valentine's Day, many people go to the church to see the casket that they are in.
