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Valentine’s Day is among the most popular holidays in the world. Thanks to commercialism, this day is so popular that even non-Christians celebrate it.

One must ask whether Christians should celebrate this day. Most importantly, what does God think about Valentine’s Day? As a Christian, despite the popularity of valentine, here are reasons you should not celebrate it.

Valentine’s Day has pagan roots

A quick look at any encyclopedia or history book will reveal that Valentine’s Day is an ancient Roman festival. It is originally known as Lupercalia which is celebrated every February 15. Lupercalia is celebrated to honour not God, but pagan gods namely Lupercus (god of fertility), Juno (goddess of marriage and women) and Pan (god of nature).

Christians are called to love, not to lust

There is no doubt that the origin of Valentine’s Day involves strong infatuation and lust rather than genuine love. There are a lot of unmarried couples who use Valentine’s Day as an excuse to participate in pre-marital lovemaking. Often, this act leads to an unwanted and unplanned pregnancy.

You can Celebrate Love without Valentine’s Day

Why do so many Christians limit their love on a specific day, in this case, Valentine’s Day? Wouldn’t it be great to demonstrate your love every single day? Married couples or those who are in a relationship can show their love and concern every day and not wait for Valentine’s Day to arrive. After all, even if you celebrate your love on Valentine’s Day, it really feels awkward since this day celebrates lust and not true love.

No one exactly knows who St. Valentine is

Do a quick search on the Internet and see what you can find about St. Valentine. It is very weird because his story is based on legend and not facts.

Valentine’s Day leads to negative emotions

Women, in general, are very emotional. If they don’t receive a gift on Valentine’s Day, they feel unloved. If ever they receive something on this day, they will feel proud. Proud because they receive something better than what other women received. Unloved because they receive something worse than what other women received. Either way, Valentine’s Day is geared towards the way of getting rather than the way of giving.

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You are the only one who doesn't know St Valentine
Most of your points are based on myopic ignorance