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     • When he was orphaned at a young age, Nicholas, remembering the rich young man in the Gospel, used his inheritance to assist the needy, the sick, and the poor. He was elected Bishop of Myra, and under the emperor Diocletian was exiled and imprisoned. After being freed, he attended the Council of Nicea in 325. He died in Myra on 6 December 343.
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   Who was Saint Nicholas and what did he do?

   • Saint Nicholas was a Christian Bishop of the third and fourth centuries, and the man also known as “Santa Claus.” There are not many proven historical details about his life, just those passed down through the centuries. Many legends surround his life, but one particular story earned him the title of protector and patron saint of children.

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   Where was Saint Nicholas born?

   • Saint Nicholas was born in Lycia in Asia Minor. He is one of the most popular saints of the Church, even though there is scarcely anything historically certain about him except that he was Bishop of Myra in the fourth century.

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   When is Saint Nicholas Day?

   • We celebrate Saint Nicholas Day on December 6. Aside from his reputation as the real Santa Claus, and the fact that he was an incredible miracle worker from birth, Saint Nicholas is also remembered for defending the faith against heresy during the First Council of Nicaea. Let’s just say it got physical.

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   Why is Saint Nicholas associated with chirstmas?

   • He is associated with Chirstmas because of the tradition that he had the custom of giving secret gifts to children, and is thus associated with Santa Claus in some countries. He died on December 6th in 346. Saint Nicholas was born in Lycia in Asia Minor.

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   4 days ago · Saint Nicholas was a fourth-century bishop whose life and legacy inspired the character of Santa Claus we know and love today. You can find more information about his patronage of children here.

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   1 day ago · Jacqueline Burkepile, December 6, 2019 — 1 minute read – ChurchPop. Dec. 6 is the feast of Saint Nicholas or Saint Nicholas Day. Saint Nicholas was a Christian Bishop of the third and fourth centuries, and the man also known as “Santa Claus.”. There are not many proven historical details about his life, just those passed down through ...

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   May 19, 2024 · St. Nicholas Day is also known as The Feast of Saint Nicholas. St. Nicholas is known for his generosity to children. St. Nicholas was a Christian bishop of Greek descent from the maritime city of Myra. St. Nicholas grew up in Patara, Lycia, which is part of modern Turkey.

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   May 23, 2024 · Saint Nicholas of Bari. After the death of Saint Nicholas, his tomb at Myra soon became a place of pilgrimage; his relics were considered miraculous on account of a mysterious liquid that flowed from them, known as the “manna of St Nicholas.”.

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   6 days ago · St Nicholas is the patron of children and of sailors. His intercession is sought by the shipwrecked, by those in difficult economic circumstances, and for those affected by fires. He died on...

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    6 days ago · St. Nicholas - December 6. Saint Nicholas was born in Lycia in Asia Minor. He is one of the most popular saints of the Church, even though there is scarcely anything historically certain about him ...