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   Why was Saint Nicholas important in Holland?

   • Saint Nicholas, however, remained an important figure in Holland. The Dutch continued to celebrate the feast day of Saint Nicholas, December 6. It was a common practice for children to put out their shoes the night before. In the morning, they would discover the gifts that Saint Nicholas had left there for them.

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   Why is Nicholas a patron saint?

   • Nicholas is a patron saint of sailors and travelers because he calmed the stormy waters that threatened their lives. His patronage of the falsely accused can be attributed to an early story about his rescue of three innocent men moments before their execution.

   5 things to know and share about St. Nicholas

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   How did Saint Nicholas become Santa Claus?

   • Dutch immigrants brought the legend of Saint Nicholas, known to them as Sint Nikolaas or by his nickname, Sinterklaas, to America in the 1700s. Saint Nicholas went through many transformations in America: Sinterklaas became Santa Claus, and instead of giving gifts on December 6, he became a part of the Christmas holiday.

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   How did Saint Nicholas differ from other saints?

   • Whereas the devotional importance of relics and the economics associated with pilgrimages caused the remains of most saints to be divided up and spread over numerous churches in several countries, Saint Nicholas is unusual in that most of his bones have been preserved in one spot: his grave crypt in Bari.

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   Mar 29, 2024 · Saint Nicholas is one of the most popular saints commemorated in the Eastern and Western churches, and he is now traditionally associated with the festival of Christmas. Nothing certain is known of his life, but he was probably bishop of Myra in the 4th century. He is also known as Nicholas of Myra or Nicholas of Bari.

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   Dec 22, 2014 · Today, Nicholas is considered the patron saint of sailors, children, wolves and pawnbrokers, among others—as well as the inspiration for the figure of Santa Claus. Origins of Santa Claus

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   Dec 6, 2023 · Quick Facts. Early Life. Reputation. Death and Legacy. Who Was Saint Nicholas? Saint Nicholas was a Christian bishop who helped the needy. After his death, the legend of his gift-giving...

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6. www.catholiceducation.org › en › cultureWho is St. Nicholas? - Catholic Education Resource Center

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   The St. Nicholas Center web site contains other articles about St. Nicholas as well as crafts, recipes, songs, and other resource materials for the use of educators and parents. The purpose of the St. Nicholas Center is to educate people of faith, and the wider public, about the true St. Nicholas, and why he is important in today's world.

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   Dec 6, 2023 · By Hannah Brockhaus. Vatican City, Dec 6, 2023 / 04:00 am. St. Nicholas, whose feast day is celebrated on Dec. 6, is well known as possibly the real-life inspiration for the beloved...

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   Saint Nicholas of Myra (traditionally 15 March 270 – 6 December 343), also known as Nicholas of Bari, was an early Christian bishop of Greek descent from the maritime city of Patara in Anatolia (in modern-day Antalya Province, Turkey) during the time of the Roman Empire.

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   Through the centuries many stories and legends have been told of St. Nicholas' life and deeds. These accounts help us understand his extraordinary character and why he is so beloved and revered as protector and helper of those in need. St. Nicholas giving dowry gold. © Elisabeth Ivanovsky.