by Jerold Aust
Millions send Valentine’s Day cards to express their affection for someone special. But how did this holiday originate? And does Valentine’s Day represent what true love is all about?
by Patrick Kansa
This month brings us to an annual holiday with some very recognizable imagery: flying cupids with bows ready to fire, long-stemmed red roses and candy for sale in the local stores.
by Dan Dowd
What do its pagan origins imply about Valentine’s Day and other popular holidays?
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
Like many of the world's major holidays, St. Valentine's Day is an annual observance with its roots entrenched firmly in pagan beliefs and customs. What would God think about Valentine's Day?
by United Church of God
In this Teen Bible Study Guide, we’ll discuss the origins of Valentine’s Day and examine what God says about it.
by Dan Dowd
Valentine's Day has long been hugely popular as a romantic tradition despite its ancient and unseemly origins. So what's wrong with celebrating this holiday?
by Jerold Aust
Millions send Valentine’s Day cards to express their affection for someone special. But how did this holiday originate? And does Valentine’s Day represent what true love is all about?
by Beyond Today Editor
If a person celebrates the birth of Jesus on Dec. 25 with the intent to worship Him as the Son of God, I believe they are not revering a pagan god. God knows our hearts. To worship pagan gods is sinful, but to use symbolism to aid in the...
by Gary Petty
On February 14 millions of people exchange tokens and messages of love and affection. Where and how did the curious customs of Valentine's Day begin? Does God have anything to say about such practices?