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Yes, Saint Nicholas was a man who went around putting presents into people's shoes at their doorsteps. Thus, the idea of Santa Claus or Saint Nick was born.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 9y agoYes, 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.
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Does santaclaus exist?
No, but there was a St Nicholas in around AD450.
Why does Santa exist?
Santa exists because of St. Nicholas who gave to the poor.
Did St. Nicholas really exist?
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.
How is St. Nicholas different from Santa?
yes he did he read or did something and he believed in him
Was St. Nicholas British?
St. Nicholas of Myra was Greek.
What is St. Nicholas Day?
St. Nicholas Day is the feast day of St. Nicholas of Myra and is on December 6 every year.
Is St. Nicholas St. Nick?
Yes, Nick is short for Nicholas.
Was St. Nicholas Of Myra ever married?
No, St. Nicholas was not married.
Is Santa Claus St Nicholas?
I believe santa is st nicholas.
When was St Nicholas Priory created?
St Nicholas Priory was created in 1087.
What is the population of Deeping St Nicholas?
Deeping St Nicholas's population is 1,323.
When is the veneration of St. Nicholas?
St. Nicholas of Myra is memorialized on December 6.
