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History of Valentine’s Week: Every year from 7th to 14th February, Valentine’s Week is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the world. But have you ever wondered why only seven days were chosen to express love? Behind this lies not just modern marketing but centuries-old traditions and the sacrifice of Saint Valentine.

saint valentine’s sacrifice

Valentine’s Day has its roots in ancient Rome. In the third century, Roman King Claudius II believed that bachelor soldiers fought better than married soldiers, so he banned the marriage of soldiers. Saint Valentine protested against this injustice and got the soldiers married secretly. When the king came to know about this, he put Valentine in jail and sentenced him to death on 14 February. While in jail, he healed the jailer’s blind daughter and before his death, wrote a letter to her which ended with the words “Your Valentine.”

7 days psychology

The seven days of Valentine’s Week directly reflect human psychology and the stages of development of a relationship. It is seen like an emotional ladder.

Rose Day (7 February)

It is a symbol of friendship and attraction. By giving flowers it is said that someone wants to make a place in your life.

Propose Day (8th February)

When feelings are deep then it is time to put them into words.

Chocolate Day (9 February)

Chocolate is given to add sweetness to relationships, which scientifically also increases feel-good hormones.

Teddy Day (10 February)

It is considered a symbol of innocence and a feeling of security.

Promise Day (11 February)

The foundation of any relationship is based on promises, this day is dedicated to that commitment.

Hug Day (12th February)

A day to create trust and comfort through the power of touch.

Kiss Day (13 February)

It shows the sanctity of physical and spiritual union.

Lupercalia festival and modern changes

Some historians believe that Valentine’s Day is a Christian version of the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, which celebrated fertility. Pope Gelasius officially declared February 14 as Saint Valentine’s Day in the late 5th century. Gradually, in the Middle Ages, poets Chaucer and Shakespeare made it popular all over the world as a festival of love through their poems.

In today’s time, this week has taken a commercial form, but at its core even today the message of Saint Valentine is that there is no greater power in the world than love.