Great family book, especially for Valentine's Day.
Plot
Before there were cards and candied hearts, there was a man named Valentine who dared to defy the emperor of Rome. When Emperor Claudius outlawed marriage, Father Valentine performed wedding ceremonies anyway. Not unexpectedly, the Emperor confronted Valentine about the weddings and Valentine's belief in Jesus.
Morality
Very Biblical. Marriage, obeying God rather than man, loving no other god, and loving enemies are all strongly upheld.
Spiritual Content
The Bible is mentioned, as well as the fact that Jesus is the Son of God and the Savior.
Violence
Valentine is executed. There is an illustration of him on the ground with a soldier raising a sword above his head. It is stated that some Christians today are arrested for telling others about Jesus.
Drug and Alcohol Content
None.
Sexual Content
None.
Crude or Profane Language or Content
None.
Conclusion
While not much is known for sure about the real St. Valentine, this book tells the most likely story well. It teaches some history, as well as correct views of marriage and being bold in Christ. It also includes a couple of pages about persecuted Christians today.
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