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Yes, St. Nicholas of Myra was a 4th century bishop in Asia Minor (modern Turkey) who was noted for his generosity to the needy. He is no relation of Santa Claus who is a fictional character.
Saint Nicholas (Nicholas of Myra) was the Bishop of Myra. He had a reputation for secret gift-giving. I think it is more accurate to say that he existed (rather than exists), because he is no longer alive today.
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Was Saint Nicholas born in a hospital?
Hospitals really did not exist at the time. He would have been born at home.
Did Saint Nicholas exist?
Yes, Saint Nicholas of Myra did exist. He was a 4th century bishop of Myra in the Asia Minor, today it is part of modern Turkey.
What date was Saint Nicholas declared a saint?
Nicholas of Myra was declared a saint by the ealry Christians as the official canonization process did not exist at the time. It probably occurred not long after his death in about the year 346 AD.
What century did the original Saint Nicholas exist?
He was born in the third century and died in the fourth.
How did you get the name Santa Claus?
You get it when you say "Saint Nicholas" really fast.
What is Santa full name?
saint nicholas claws
Why is Saint Nicholas really popular in Holland?
No, he was not from the Netherlands. He was from Asia MInor (Turkey).
How do you spell Saint Nicholas?
The correct spelling is S-A-I-N-T, followed by a space, then N-I-C-H-O-L-A-S.
Did Saint George exist?
Yes, Saint George really did exist. However, many of the stories surrounding his life are pure legends.
What was the nationality of Saint Nicholas?
Saint Nicholas of Myra was of Greek origin.
Where was Saint Nicholas a bishop?
Saint Nicholas was the Bishop of Myra in Turkey,
Is Saint Nicholas a Jewish festival?
No. Saint Nicholas is a Christian festival.
