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Saint Nick or Old St. Nick
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Which country has St. Nicholas as its patron saint?
St. Nicholas of Myra is a patron saint of Russia and Greece.
What country was St. Nicholas born in or come from?
St. Nicholas of Myra was born in a Greek colony in Asia Minor. Today that country is known as Turkey.
In what country did St. Nicholas live?
St. Nicholas lived in the country we now know as Turkey, specifically in the city of Myra, which is located in present-day Demre.
Who is the patron saint of thieves?
St. Nicholas of Myra is considered the patron saint of thieves and thieves were frequently referred to as "clerks of St. Nicholas." Nicholas was not, himself, a thief but he did work to try to convert thieves.
Does Santa Claus mean St. Nicholas in another language?
Yes, in some languages, Santa Claus is referred to as "St. Nicholas." For example, in Dutch, Santa Claus is called "Sinterklaas," which is derived from St. Nicholas.
In what country did Saint Nicholas serve?
St. Nicholas of Myra was a bishop in what today is known as Turkey.
In which country did the real St. Nicholas live?
St. Nicholas of Myra was from a Greek colony in Asia Minor. Today the region is known as Turkey.
What country is ST. Nicholas born in?
TURKEY!!!!!!!!!!!
Which country has Saint Nicholas as a patron saint?
St. Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of Greece and Russia.
Does Santa have a first name?
Santa is often referred to as St. Nick, so Nick (for Nicholas) would be his first name. The name Santa came from the German name of St. Nicholas. St. Nicholas was kind and gave presents to the poor, because he had a giving, kind heart.
Which country does not have St. Nicholas as the patron saint?
Only Russia and Greece have Nicholas as their patron saint. All the others do not.
What country is St. Nicholas originally from?
Asia Minor which is today known as Turkey.
