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A long, long, long time ago, Valentine’s Day wasn’t just about candy hearts and red roses (shocking, we know).

Feb. 14 actually celebrates a historic, and somewhat tragic event steeped in religious controversy. Saint Valentine — the original romantic — gave significance to the holiday, now known more for its Hallmark value.

But back in the day, Valentine was just a man who really believed in love and marriage. So before you start ordering those heart-shaped Etsy cards and buying chocolates, take a minute and watch this video to learn how you’re taking part in a tradition centuries in the making.

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