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 These flowers were also selling candy and delivering greeting cards. They were referred to as "valentines".[([[https://www.janwatters.com/valentines-day-history-folklore/|janwatters]])] These flowers were also selling candy and delivering greeting cards. They were referred to as "valentines".[([[https://www.janwatters.com/valentines-day-history-folklore/|janwatters]])]
 +
 +===== Symbolism =====
 +
 +Today's Valentine's Day symbolism include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the image of the winged Cupid.[([[https://www.au.edu/aunews/university-news/happy-valentine%E2%80%99s-day-14-february.html|au]])]
 +
 +===== Mass-produced Greeting Cards =====
 +
 +Handwritten valentines have given place to mass-produced greeting cards since the nineteenth century.[([[http://blog.paperblanks.com/2021/02/the-history-behind-valentine-cards/|paperblanks]])]
 +
 +===== Europe =====
 +
 +Saint Valentine's Keys are presented to couples in Europe "as a romantic symbol and an invitation to unlock the giver's heart", as well as to children to protect them from epilepsy.[([[https://catholiccharitiesswks.org/news/29-home/news/general/830-valentine-s-day-and-ash-wednesday-what-s-a-girl-to-do|catholiccharitiesswks]])]
 +
 +===== Eastern Orthodox Church =====
 +
 +On July 6 and July 30, several portions of the Eastern Orthodox Church also observe Saint Valentine's Day.[([[https://sunsetnc.com/the-history-of-valentines-day/|sunsetnc]])]
 +
 +===== Bishop of Interamna =====
 +
 +The former commemorates Roman presbyter Saint Valentine, while the latter commemorates Hieromartyr Valentine. He served as the Bishop of Interamna (modern Terni).[([[https://www.janwatters.com/valentines-day-history-folklore/|janwatters]])]
 +
 +===== Forbidden =====
 +
 +Due to religious customs, it is prohibited in many Eastern nations.[([[https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2022/02/14/valentines-day-countries-banned/9941644785083/|upi]])]
 +
 +===== Popular =====
 +
 +Every year, around 200 million roses are sold. It is one of the most commercially significant holidays.[([[https://get.doordash.com/en-us/blog/most-popular-holidays-flower-delivery|doordash]])]
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