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   When is St Nicholas feast day in Myra?

   • In Myra, the traditional St. Nicholas Feast Day is still celebrated on December 6, which many believe to be the anniversary of St. Nicholas' death. This day is honored throughout Western Christendom, in lands comprising both Catholic and Protestant communities (in the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Saint's feast date is December 19).

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   What is St Nicholas Day?

   • They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. St. Nicholas Day, feast day (December 6) of St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop of Myra. St. Nicholas is the patron saint of Russia and Greece, of a number of cities, and of sailors and children, among many other groups, and was noted for his generosity.

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   When is Saint Nicholas' feast day?

   • Two feast days Most people know that Nicholas’ feast day is celebrated on Dec. 6, the day he died in the year 343, but for East Slavs, as well as the people of Bari, Italy, May 9 is also an important day to celebrate the saint.

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   How do you celebrate St Nicholas Day?

   • The most common way to celebrate St. Nicholas Day is to leave shoes out for St. Nicholas to place small gifts in. Socks are fine, too. Traditionally, the gifts are simply small candies or coins—little items that bring a lot of joy to children.

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   Did Slovaks celebrate St Nicholas Day on Christmas Day?

   • To Slovaks, as to other Central Europeans, St. Nicholas was the original "Santa Claus," and it was he who brought presents to the children. In mainstream North America, the St. Nicholas Day celebration (6 December) has somehow been moved to Christmas day (25 December). ^ a b Carus, Louise (2002). The Real St. Nicholas. Quest Books. p. 2.

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   Was there a St Nicholas?

   • There was a St. Nicholas. Unfortunately, we have little certain knowledge of him. According to legend, in the fourth century, in the town of Patara, in the Asian province of Lycia, a childless couple prayed for a son. Their prayers were heard and they named him Nicholas. Even as a baby, he showed marks of holiness.

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   Saint Nicholas Day, also called the Feast of Saint Nicholas, observed on 6 December (and/or its eve on 5 Dec.)) in Western Christian countries, and on 19 December in Eastern Christian countries using the old church Calendar, is the feast day of Saint Nicholas of Myra; it falls within the season of Advent. [3]

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   St. Nicholas Day, feast day (December 6) of St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop of Myra. St. Nicholas is the patron saint of Russia and Greece, of a number of cities, and of sailors and children, among many other groups, and was noted for his generosity. Some countries celebrate St. Nicholas Day on December 5.

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   • Saint Nicholas Day: The Feast of Sinterklaas. At the beginning of the Advent season is St. Nicholas Day (December 6—or December 19 on the Julian calendar).
   • Saint Nicholas Traditions. You may find it interesting that some of our Santa Claus traditions truly came from St. Nicholas Day. If your children are confused about Santa Claus, perhaps tell them the story of St. Nicholas who was a real saint who bestowed gifts onto others to demonstrate his faith.
   • When Is St. Nicholas Day? Year. St. Nicholas Day. 2020. Sunday, December 6. 2021. Monday, December 6. 2022. Tuesday, December 6.
   • St. Nicholas History: Who Was the Real St. Nicholas? In the 3rd century, in the village of Patara in Turkey (part of Greece in those days), a wealthy couple gave birth to a boy they named Nicholas.

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   Dec 7, 2023 · When is St. Nicholas Day? And how did this Christian saint inspire the Santa Claus legend? In a pre-Christmas tradition dating back centuries in the Czech Republic, revelers in devil costumes accompany St. Nicholas in a village procession.

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   Dec 6, 2023 · Quick Facts. FULL NAME: Saint Nicholas of Myra, also Nicholas of Bari. BORN: March 15, 270. BIRTHPLACE: Patara, Türkiye. DIED: December 6, 343 (Myra, Türkiye) ASTROLOGICAL SIGN: Pisces. Early...

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    Dec 6, 2023 · Learn about the life, legends, and feast days of St. Nicholas, the fourth-century bishop of Myra who inspired the Christmas character of Santa Claus. Discover how he is venerated by Catholics and Orthodox Christians, and why he is the patron saint of children, sailors, and more.

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    Dec 6, 2023 · Learn about the history and traditions of St. Nicholas, a fourth-century bishop of Myra who became a patron saint of children and sailors. Discover how he became known as Santa Claus and why he is part of Christmas celebrations.