The religions of the ancient Greeks and the ancient Romans, often simply called “classical religion,” are often viewed as ...
Bearing cards, flowers, chocolates and poetry, lovers have always swooned on Valentine’s Day as cherubs circled overhead. Right? Or is its history darker?
Each Valentine's Day, millions of Americans gift their partners or loved ones with flowers, cards or candy as a token of their affections on Feb. 14. But while some see it as a commercialized ...
Ever wondered why we celebrate Valentine's Day? Turns out the day is more than just about chocolates and flowers - here's the ...
One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided ...
Newark Advocate faith columnist Jeff Gill explores the history of Valentine's Day and how it connects to today's interpretation of the holiday.
Archaeologists exploring the site of a planned 32-story office tower announced Thursday that they have unearthed the remains ...
Remains of a civic basilica give archaeologists clues to what the original layout of Roman London looked like.
Are these “religious nones” so different from their parents? Are they indeed spiritual but not religious? They are being true ...
The human quest for transcendence and meaning has not disappeared with modernity, but has adapted to the evolving cultural ...