St. Valentine: The Legend, The History, and the Origins of Love's Patron Saint

Donna Murphy

Published on: 08/02/2025

St. Valentine, a 3rd-century priest, defied Emperor Claudius II’s marriage ban, secretly marrying couples. Arrested and imprisoned, he befriended a jailer’s blind daughter, restoring her sight. Martyred on February 14th, his legacy became the foundation of Valentine’s Day.