Monday, February 1, 2010

Valentine day Messages,SMS,Love messages

Valentines Day History

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.

Valentine's Day Wallpapers

Valentine's Day Wallpapers

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Valentines Day Greetings & eCards-2

On Valentine's Day, reach out to your friend/ sweetheart/ loved one by wishing them Happy Valentine's Day and letting them know how special they are. Send your heartfelt wishes through our online greeting cards, greetings and ecards .
Is there someone your heart beats for... someone who's on your mind always... someone who drives you absolutely crazy ? On Valentine's Day, ask that special someone out, through our collection of online greetings and greeting cards.

Valentines Day eCards & Greetings

Valentines Day eCards & Greetings

You And Me!
You And Me!

A heartwarming Valentine's Day message.
For That Special Someone!
For That Special Someone!

For that beautiful someone on Valentine's Day!
V'day Friendship Quote!
V'day Friendship Quote!

A delightful friendship ecard.
  This Hug's For You!
This Hug's For You!

Say it with a hug this V'day!
  A Kiss For You...
A Kiss For You...

Send this elegant ecard to your sweetheart to say 'I love you' with a kiss.
For Your Spouse!