Newark Advocate faith columnist Jeff Gill explores the history of Valentine's Day and how it connects to today's ...

Oruch argued that Chaucer's 1375 poem “Parlement of Foules” was the first to record St. Valentine's Day as a romantic tradition. Boxes of Valentine's Day chocolates are displayed on a shelf at ...

Up until the late 14th century, Valentine's Day was solely a commemoration of his martyrdom. The shift toward an association with romantic love emerged in the Middle Ages, and is often attributed ...

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Getty Valentine’s Day is bringing an influx of emotions — and things are getting wild in the name of love! That said, don’t be surprised if the most romantic day of the year feels like a ...

But how did this holiday come to be? While many associate Valentine's Day with modern romantic traditions, its origins are steeped in ancient history, religious traditions, and cultural ...

This year, Valentine's Day falls on Friday, February 14, 2025. Last year, it was on a Wednesday, and in 2023, it fell on a Tuesday, so having it on a Friday will make your weekend even that much more ...

The holiday's modern traditions are largely attributed to Geoffrey Chaucer, who first linked St. Valentine's Day with romantic love in his poetry. The most popular Valentine's Day gifts are candy ...

In the UK, it is estimated that 60% of the population will celebrate Valentine's Day this year, each spending around £52 on gifts and other romantic gestures. The total spend in the US will be about ...