VOICED: Irish Saint Valentine's statue hears lovers' wishes

The video explores the history and legacy of St. Valentine, a priest from ancient Rome executed for performing Christian marriages. His remains were relocated to Dublin in 1835 by John Spratt, a Carmelite priest, with the approval of Pope Gregory XVI. St. Valentine was largely forgotten until the 1950s when a shrine was built in his honor. Today, people visit the shrine to pray for romantic guidance. However, there are concerns within the Catholic Church about the commercialization of St. Valentine's legacy, and efforts are made to preserve the sanctity of his memory.

Who was responsible for bringing St. Valentine's remains to Dublin?

• A local Dublin bishop

• A Roman Emperor

• John Spratt

• Pope Gregory XVI

In which century was a shrine and statue for St. Valentine built in Dublin?

• 19th century

• 18th century

• 21st century

• 20th century

What do people pray for at the shrine of St. Valentine in Dublin?

• Help in their romantic pursuits

• Wealth and prosperity

• Health and longevity

• Success in their careers

What is a concern of the Catholic Church regarding St. Valentine's legacy?

• The loss of historical records

• The overshadowing by commercial interests

• The lack of visitors to his shrine

• The relocation of his relics

How have the Dublin Carmelites responded to the commercialization of St. Valentine's legacy?

• By relocating the relics

• By organizing large public events

• By selling more memorabilia

• By keeping memorabilia to a minimum