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If you are a Christian, chances are you have already planned or currently planning how you will celebrate the Valentine’s Day this February 14. But do you know that true Christians do not celebrate Valentine’s Day? The reason might shock you.
A Brief History of Valentine’s Day:
The Romans had an ancient pagan festival called Lupercalia held every year in Rome between February 13 and 15 and dates back to the 6th century B.C. Lupercalia was a bloody feast where animal sacrifices, immoral activities, nakedness, partying, and uncontrolled sex were done. Men also randomly choose their mate by picking the name of the girl from a jar. The couple will be paired for the entire duration of the feast.
From Lupercalia to Valentine’s Day
It was Pope Gelasius I in the 5th century AD who abolished Lupercalia and replaced it with Valentine’s Day in honor of St. Valentine and as a celebration of his martyrdom. He declared February 14 as St. Valentine’s Day. But despite the efforts to Christianize Lupercalia, the symbols used and some activities on Valentine’s Day are still connected to the ancient pagan festival.
What the Bible Says About Paganism
Deuteronomy 12:29-32 “When the Lord your God cuts off from before you the nations which you go to dispossess, and you displace them and dwell in their land, 30 take heed to yourself that you are not ensnared to follow them, after they are destroyed from before you, and that you do not inquire after their gods, saying, ‘How did these nations serve their gods? I also will do likewise.’ 31 You shall not worship the Lord your God in that way; for every abomination to the Lord which He hates they have done to their gods; for they burn even their sons and daughters in the fire to their gods. 32 “Whatever I command you, be careful to observe it; you shall not add to it nor take away from it.
The Bible is plain. Any festival that is rooted in paganism is prohibited. Valentine’s Day is one of them.
What’s Wrong With Showing Love?
Love is more than just giving chocolates, cards, and jewelries. The Bible talks about the godly love that shows selfless concern for the welfare of others, as opposed to the erotic love by which many people are drawn to on Valentine’s Day. It’s not a one-day event that you just remember in February.
Romans 13:8,10 Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law. Love does no harm to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.
Conclusion:
The Bible condemns the celebration of Valentine’s Day because it is rooted in paganism. The Bible promotes the highest form of love which is a daily act of showing care and concern for the welfare of other people.
Knowing this truth about Valentine’s Day, you are now left with a choice. I hope you will make the right one.
