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Valentine's Day is a traditional celebration of Anglo-Saxon countries that has been implemented in other countries throughout the twentieth century mainly in the loving couples express their love and affection to each other. Held on February 14, Valentine's feast day. In some countries it is known as Valentine's Day and in others as Day of Love and Friendship. [Citation needed] In Anglo-Americain the 1840s, Esther A. Howland began to sell the first mass postcards Valentine, known as "valentines" with symbols like a heart or Cupid, but with the rise of the Internet has spread the custom of exchanging virtual postcards. Also on this day is common tradition of giving roses to those people who have a special affection. Several theories give this date the origin of Valentine's Day. In theNordic countries it is during this time when paired and mated birds, hence this period is seen as a symbol of love and creation. Some believe it is a Christianized pagan festival, as in ancient Rome was made the worship of the god of love, whose Greek name was Eros, whom the Romans called Cupid. This celebration is called the favors of God through gifts or offerings to achieve and find the perfectlove. History (Legend)Many think that Valentine has been held recently and came by the interest of the big department stores, but its origins date back to the Roman Empire. Valentine was a priest who jercía around the third century in Rome. Emperor Claudius II ruled, who decided to ban marriages for young people, because in his opinion the bachelors made ​​better soldiers without family, andwith fewer strings attached. The priest felt that the decree was unfair and challenged the Emperor. Held in secret marriages for young lovers (hence it has become popular Valentine is the patron saint of lovers). The Emperor Claudius found out and as Valentine enjoyed great prestige in Rome, the emperor summoned him to the palace. Valentine took that occasion to proselytize Christianity. Althoughinitially showed interest Claudius II, the army and the Governor of Rome, called Calpurnio, persuaded him to get rid of the cabeza.1 The Emperor Claudius then gave orders that encarcelasen Valentin. Then, the officer Asterius, imprison manager, wanted to test ridicule and Valentin. I challenge you sick, opening the view to a daughter, named Julia, who was born blind. Valentine agreed and on behalfof the Lord, returned the vista.1 This Asterius convulsed and his family, who converted to Christianity. Anyway, Valentine continued weak prisoner and finally Emperor Claudius ordered that he be martyred and executed on 14 February 270. The young Julia, grateful to the saint, planted a pink-blossomed almond tree near his grave. Hence, the almond is a symbol of love and friendship duraderos.1 dayin different countries Valentine's Day is typically Western, dating back to Germanic Europe (including the current United Kingdom) where would the United States and there to much of the world, but has now spread to other countries such as China, Japan and Taiwan.
In Argentina is called "Valentine's Day" and celebrates the bond between couples. It is usually sent cards or hearts, which isconsidered more typical of Anglo-Saxon world. Nor is the only day about love: the week before Friendship Day (July 20), is the Week of Sweetness, which has gained popularity in recent years. In this week's usual candy and give kisses.
In Bolivia called 'Day of Love and Friendship' is July 23. That day, engaged couples exchange flowers, gifts and cards.
In Brazil, called 'Day Two Namorados' (day of the...