what is the real meaning of valentines day?

Answer 1

I would say to celebrate love and being with the person you are with and letting them you know you love them. People who are alone and/or bitter say that it is some stupid holiday invented by hallmark to get money. Who cares? Business is business and if people buy the cards, candy and gifts, then why not have someone make money off of it, but i still think that there is plenty of romance and love going around on Valentine's day and every other day of the year!

Answer 2

Wow, that's a tough one. Valentine's Day is celebrated in different ways in different places and even on different days. The name comes from one of two Christian martyrs both named Valentine. Interestingly enough, the Catholic church used to have almost a dozen Valentine days. In 1969, they were combined into a single day celebrated on February 14th as the Feast of St. Valentine.

There are different meanings and different ways of celebrating. In Korea and Japan women give candy, usually chocolate, to men they like and on March 14th, men are expected to return the favor. In China, girls write their name and address (or today, their cell phone number) on an orange and throw it in the river. Boys will then seek out these oranges in the hopes of future matchmaking. (okay maybe not marriage but at least ways of finding a date)

Traditionally, in North America, Valentine's Day has been associated as a day that lovers or close friends express their feelings for one another by exchanging small tokens of appreciation. Modern marketing has turned this simple tradition into quite a headache and a wallet-crushing obligation for some.

Although its real origins are uncertain, the meaning has almost always been associated with love and affection or the potential for it. The real meaning, of course, will be whatever it really means to you.

Answer 3

I think the real meaning of valentines day is to be with the one you love cause some people are so busy they don't have time for there love so its a day you and you love one can have an great time!

Answer 4

Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? The history of Valentine's Day -- and its patron saint -- is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred.

One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men -- his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.

Other stories suggest that Valentine may have been killed for attempting to help Christians escape harsh Roman prisons where they were often beaten and tortured.

According to one legend, Valentine actually sent the first 'valentine' greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl -- who may have been his jailor's daughter -- who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed 'From your Valentine,' an expression that is still in use today. Although the truth behind the Valentine legends is murky, the stories certainly emphasize his appeal as a sympathetic, heroic, and, most importantly, romantic figure. It's no surprise that by the Middle Ages, Valentine was one of the most popular saints in England and France

Answer 5

Queen : the true meaning of Valentine's Day it comes on 14th
of Febuaray every year and we'd share romantic happyness towards yourself and others giving an greeting cards too!
because knowing all things very pleasant sayings only
see http://yahoo.yahoo.americangreetingcards.com

Answer 6

SAINT Valentine was a martyr in the Christian church. His love of God to the point of being willing to die set an example. That is where the origins of it come from, but it has been transformed into a celebration for lovers.

Answer 7

Love story between 2 persons

Answer 8

you can find the answer to that by typing into yahoo, or Google "valentines day history"

Answer 9

To share the day with the person you really love

Answer 10

ok all 3 human beings in my the residing room agree that is hysterical. in truth my chum commented that "she wanted cupid would drop a dildo on her head or between her legs". LMAO Now bypass supply your chum her card and then take her out! (Im coming to good?)