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Why is Valentine’s day celebrated? Know the history and significance

When is Valentine’s day
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When is Valentine’s day
February 14 is always Valentine's Day. Wednesday, February 14, 2024, will be Valentine's Day.
Valentine’s week
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Valentine’s week
One could argue that Valentine's Week, with each day honoring a different facet of love, is a relatively new idea. Throughout this week-long celebration, partners and couples can show each other how much they care and how committed they are to the relationship by expressing their passion in a variety of ways.

How did Valentine’s day started
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How did Valentine’s day started
Valentine's Day is a set day on the calendar that was once confused with Lupercalia, an ancient Roman celebration observed in mid-February. Some historians think this is how the event came to symbolize love.

How is Valentine’s day celebrated today
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How is Valentine’s day celebrated today
There are lots more ways for people to celebrate Valentine's Day and express their love for one another, outside of customs and clichés! Simple acts like sending a handwritten message can often make people smile more than commercialized ones filled with cards, chocolates, and pricey presents.

Traditions
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Traditions
Actually, Valentine's Day celebrations around the world are rather similar. It's been stated that although love may speak multiple languages, its core never changes. For example, during this week in India, friendship is frequently celebrated in addition to romantic love.

Significance
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Significance
Valentine's Day is commonly connected to Cupid, the angel of love, according to modern customs. According to Roman mythology, Cupid is thought to be the son of Venus, the goddess of beauty and love. It is thought that Cupid's bow and arrow represent the piercing of the heart and the casting of the love spell over it. Thus, the custom of commemorating it as the Day of Love was born.


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