by Lisa Schauer
Even this monument to romantic passion – Valentine’s Day – is rooted in secrecy, violence and retribution.
The origins of Valentine’s Day date back to ancient times, much different from today’s commercial obsession.
The name itself comes from a martyr, someone who was killed or made to suffer because of their religious or other beliefs.
The Catholic Church actually has three martyrs named Valentine, but this one seems the most likely.
Valentine…
