Ash Wednesday will be observed Feb. 14. Religious leaders say you can observe it and Valentine's Day without ditching your Catholic obligations.

St. Valentine is a legendary Christian martyr who is connected to Valentine’s Day. Here are the various stories about his origin and how it relates to the holiday of love.

Each Valentine's Day, ... Two bishops are associated with Saint Valentine and both were martyrs "who died on behalf of the Christian church in the face of persecution from the Romans," he said.

Valentine's Day may have been attempt to 'Christianize' Lupercalia The Christian church may have been trying to “Christianize” the pagan celebration of Lupercalia.

Valentine's Day is celebrated around the world on Feb. 14. Here's what to know about how the holiday got its start. ... But what about the holiday's religious, and mysterious, origins?

Valentine's Day heralds the midpoint of February when couples will exchange flowers and chocolates, head out for a romantic candlelit dinner and celebrate their enduring love.

Valentine’s Day is more than romance; it celebrates love in all forms. Its history blends ancient and Christian traditions, emphasizing connection and appreciation.

However, there are several countries where Valentine’s Day is not widely observed or is even prohibited due to cultural and religious reasons.Here are the ten (10) countries that don’t ...

Valentine's Day is almost here, but it wasn't always the heart-filled, card-giving, chocolate-gifting holiday we know today. Here's everything you should know about the history of the beloved ...

Notorious St. Valentine's Day Massacre in Chicago . In 1929, arguably the most brutal gangster murders of all time took place on Feb. 14 inside a garage in Chicago's Lincoln Park.