This romantic date is not celebrated throughout the world. Find out all the information in the note.
On February 14, the Valentine’s Daya date dedicated to love and friendship in many parts of the world. Although today is a date marked by exchanges of gifts, romantic dinners and demonstrations of affection, its origin dates back centuries, with various interpretations and customs according to each culture.
Valentine is a Celebration with historical roots deep that evolves and adopts various forms worldwide. Although for some it is a commercial date, for others it remains a special occasion to express love in all its forms. Regardless of culture or tradition, February 14 is a reminder of the importance of emotional ties and human connection.
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The origin of Valentine’s Day every February 14
The history of Valentine is surrounded by mystery and various legends. The most popular version relates it to a Christian priest of the third century in Rome. As noted, the Emperor Claudio II had banned marriages among young peoplesince he considered that the single were better soldiers. Valentín challenged this order and made weddings in secret, which cost him to be imprisoned and executed on February 14, 270. In his honor, the Catholic Church established this date as Valentine’s Day.
Another version suggests that Valentine’s Day helped Christians persecuted by the Roman Empirewhich also led him to be arrested. During his captivity, it is said that he fell in love with his jailer’s daughter and sent him a signed letter “of your Valentine” before being executed, which would have given rise to the tradition of sending love messages on this date.
Valentine’s Day: Differences in each country
Although the day of love is widely recognized, its celebration varies considerably according to the region:
- The United States and Western Europe: It is customary to exchange cards, flowers and chocolates. Romantic dinners and marriage proposals are common on this date.
- Japan: It is women who give chocolates to men. There are two types of chocolates: the “Giri-Choco” for friends and co-workers, and the “Honmei-Choco” for their partners. A month later, on March 14, the “White Day” is celebrated, when men return the gesture with gifts.
- South Korea: The Japanese tradition is followed, but with an aggregate: on April 14 the “Black Day” is celebrated, where the single people come together to eat black noodles to comfort themselves.
- Brazil: Instead of Valentine’s Day, the “Day Two Namorados” is celebrated on June 12, in honor of San Antonio, the Holy of Marriage.
- China: The “Qixi Festival” is celebrated in August, based on an old legend of love between a shepherd and a weaver fairy.
- ARGENTINA: The Valentine’s Day is celebrated with romantic dinners and details designed in the couple’s tastes.
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