English Learning Materials: Legends and Six Customs of Valentine's Day in the West

You must know what day tomorrow is-February 14, because the whole world knows it is "Valentine's Day". But do you know why this day is Valentine's Day? Why is its English "Valentine's Day" instead of "Lovers' Day"? So, what's the story of this "Saint Valentine"?

In ancient Rome, Emperor Claudius II found it difficult to get soldiers. He believed that the reason was that men were unwilling to leave their wives and families. Therefore, Claudius cancelled all marriages and betrothals in Rome.

Valentine, a priest with a romantic heart, disobeyed Claudius' unjust orders. He married the couple in secret. When his resistance was discovered, Valentine was imprisoned.

During St. Valentine's imprisonment, he cured the jailer's daughter Astrius. Later, he fell in love with her. Valentine wrote a farewell letter to his lover in prison before he died, and the signature was "Your Valentine". This expression became very popular in love, and it is still very popular now.

Finally, Valentine was killed on February 14, 270 AD. This is the day, St. Valentine's Day.

Not afraid of power, stick to love, this is St. Valentine's deepest impression. This is why later generations named February 14 of the year of his death "Saint Valentine's Day" in order to commemorate him and express their love. After a long evolution from ancient Rome to 2 1 century, the "love" to be celebrated on Valentine's Day has actually become more generalized. Love should never be tied to pure love.

Love, love for lover, love for family, friendship for close friends. What westerners really celebrate is their love for the people around them. So, what customs do foreigners celebrate on Valentine's Day?

1. Looking for an appointment

One of the most popular Valentine's Day customs in the world is dating your sweetheart. Those who don't have a date start looking for it a few days before the festival.

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2. Happy Valentine's Day to our loved ones.

People take this day as an opportunity to wish "Happy Valentine's Day" to their loved ones, whether they are fathers, mothers, teachers, brothers and sisters, friends, colleagues or anyone special to them. The idea behind this tradition is to celebrate love, get love and give it to everyone around us.

3. Valentine's Day custom of exchanging notes

One of the most common customs of Valentine's Day is to exchange notes and greeting cards, which are called "Valentine's Day gifts". The most commonly used greetings on Valentine's Day include red roses, hearts and Cupid.

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4. Valentine's Day tradition of exchanging gifts

The most popular gifts for Valentine's Day are flowers, mainly roses, chocolates and teddy bears. Exquisite jewelry is increasingly becoming a popular gift for women on Valentine's Day. Candy is also a gift for loved ones, including grandparents, parents, brothers and sisters, teachers and friends. This is because Valentine's Day is increasingly regarded as a festival to celebrate the love between two people, not just a festival between lovers.

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5. occasions for eating and drinking

Another traditional way to celebrate Valentine's Day is to have a romantic candlelight dinner with your lover. Many people also choose to propose in such a romantic environment, and say "I love you". Many people also organize Valentine's Day parties in their own homes, where couples revel in the company of friends. Those who have no partners organize Valentine's Day bachelor parties, dance and play games with other single friends, and have a good time.

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6. Valentine's Day celebrations at school

Some countries, including the United States and Canada, have a tradition of organizing Valentine's Day class parties in schools. At such parties, children exchange chocolates and Valentine's cards with their friends. Senior students usually organize Valentine's Day dances and have fun with friends.

After reading the six customs of foreigners celebrating Valentine's Day, have you ever found that there are more ways to celebrate Valentine's Day? Two lovers can get together with relatives and friends without dating alone; If you are single, you don't have to feel lonely, because you can organize a bachelor party; Valentine's day can express love not only to lovers, but also to those around you.