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Why is St. Valentine's Day celebrated in February?
Why is St. Valentine's Day celebrated in February?
- To coincide with an ancient Roman pagan festival
- To commemorate St. Valentine's birthday
- To symbolize the end of winter and the arrival of spring
- To mark the beginning of the mating season for birds (correct)
Who established the Feast of St. Valentine?
Who established the Feast of St. Valentine?
- Emperor Constantine
- Pope Gelasius I (correct)
- King Henry VIII
- Saint Valentine himself
What was the original purpose of the ancient Roman festival Lupercalia?
What was the original purpose of the ancient Roman festival Lupercalia?
- Celebrating the arrival of spring
- Scaring off evil spirits and purifying the city (correct)
- Honoring the god of love and romance
- Releasing health and fertility into the city
What is the significance of the quote from 1 Corinthians 13:13 in the passage?
What is the significance of the quote from 1 Corinthians 13:13 in the passage?
What historical event led to the association of St. Valentine's Day with romance?
What historical event led to the association of St. Valentine's Day with romance?
When was St. Valentine born?
When was St. Valentine born?
What was St. Valentine's occupation?
What was St. Valentine's occupation?
How did Emperor Claudius II react to St. Valentine's actions?
How did Emperor Claudius II react to St. Valentine's actions?
Where were St. Valentine's relics eventually moved to?
Where were St. Valentine's relics eventually moved to?
What miracle involving St. Valentine is mentioned in the text?
What miracle involving St. Valentine is mentioned in the text?
When was St. Valentine beheaded?
When was St. Valentine beheaded?
Where was St. Valentine's tomb located originally?
Where was St. Valentine's tomb located originally?
What was the consequence of St. Valentine's attempt to convert Emperor Claudius II?
What was the consequence of St. Valentine's attempt to convert Emperor Claudius II?
Where are St. Valentine's relics currently located?
Where are St. Valentine's relics currently located?
What is the significance of the phrase 'from your Valentine' attributed to St. Valentine?
What is the significance of the phrase 'from your Valentine' attributed to St. Valentine?
What is the purpose of celebrating St. Valentine's Day on February 14th?
What is the purpose of celebrating St. Valentine's Day on February 14th?
Why did the Church select February to Christianize Lupercalia?
Why did the Church select February to Christianize Lupercalia?
What is the significance of the expression 'love birds' in relation to St. Valentine's Day?
What is the significance of the expression 'love birds' in relation to St. Valentine's Day?
Why is St. Valentine often associated with expressing love for others on his feast day?
Why is St. Valentine often associated with expressing love for others on his feast day?
What historical event signifies the association of St. Valentine's Day with romance?
What historical event signifies the association of St. Valentine's Day with romance?
