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The Real Meaning of Valentine’s Day: Love, Sacrifice, and the Spiritual Heart

The Real Meaning of Valentine’s Day: Love, Sacrifice, and the Spiritual Heart

by Jessie Cross | Jan 15, 2026 | Valentine's Day

The forgotten history, sacred symbolism, and spiritual roots behind February 14 Every February, Valentine’s Day arrives wrapped in red roses, glossy cards, and carefully scripted romance. Yet behind the chocolate boxes and heart-shaped balloons lies something far...

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