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googling "lupercalia februarius candlemas" gave 32 hits, amongst which this:
The Lupercalia was observed well into the Christian era. It is said that Pope Gelasius I introduced the Feast of the Purification [e.a.] of the Virgin Mary, called Candlemas in A.D. 494, to counteract the excesses of the pagan celebrations of the Lupercalia.
I didn't delve any deeper, but I'd wager that the dates become a mas of confusion. :)
you're most welcome to [scare-quotes]borrow[/scare-quotes] my search string.
p.s. - I did spot this mixed bag of Feb. dates to remember:
http://syrylynrainbowdragon.tripod.com/february.html
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Lupercalia
AnnaStrophic 02/16/2005 2:57 PM ![]()
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of troy 02/16/2005 3:23 PM ![]()
just to tie things in a bright shiny bow
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AnnaStrophic 02/16/2005 4:30 PM ![]()
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tsuwm 02/16/2005 5:57 PM ![]()
candlemas
Sparteye 02/16/2005 5:20 PM
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