Презентация к Дню Святого Валентина
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There are several legends about St. Valentine's Day. One of the legends says that Valentine was Christian priest who lived in the 3 century A.D.

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He was put into prison by roman authorities for his teachings and was beheaded on February 14

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According to another legend, Valentine was an Italian bishop who lived at about the same time. He was thrown into prison because he secretly married couples, contrary to the laws of the Roman empire.

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While in prison, Valentine fell in love with a young girl, his jailor’s daughter, who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, he wrote her a letter, which he signed ‘From your Valentine,’ an expression that is still in use today.

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Legends usually says that Valentine was a sympathetic, heroic, and romantic person. In the Middle Ages, Valentine was one of the most popular saints in England and France.

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Interesting facts about Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is the second largest card-sending holiday of the year (after Christmas).

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Approximately 85 percent of all valentines are purchased by women.

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Modern Valentine’s Day symbols include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure of the winged Cupid.

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Happy Valentine Day!