Memorial Day: February 14

When did St. Valentine live: 3rd century AD

BIOGRAPHY:
St. Valentine was a Christian bishop and martyr who lived in the 3rd century in Rome or Terni. According to tradition, he secretly married Christian couples despite an imperial ban, which led to his arrest. It is said that he healed the blind daughter of a jailer and left her a note signed "Your Valentine." On February 14, he was executed by order of Emperor Claudius II. Over time, his feast day became associated with love and romance.

PATRONAGE:
St. Valentine is the patron saint of lovers, engaged couples, beekeepers, and epileptics.

SYMBOLISM, DEPICTION:
The symbols of Saint Valentine are a book, representing his wisdom, and a rooster, symbolizing his call to faith.

PATRON SAINT OF:
Valentine, Valentin, Valentina, Valentinus, Valens, Valentia, Vallie, Tino, Tina, Valerio, Valeria, Vali, Walenty, Walentyna, Bálint, Balentina, Balint, Balenda.

The wooden figure of St. Valentine depicts him as a bearded bishop wearing a mitre and ornate vestments. In his right hand, he holds an intricately decorated crosier, while in his left, he carries a rooster perched on his arm. His garments are adorned with golden details.

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