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Saint Nicholas was Nikolaos of Myra, a Christian bishop and saint from the 4th century. Numerous miracles have been attributed to him and he is also known as Nikolaos, the Wonderworker. He was known for giving surprise gifts and did things like put coins of the shoes of those who left them outside their doors for him. He became the model for Santa Claus, whose name comes from the Dutch "Sinterklaas".
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What is Santa full name?
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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.
What was the nationality of Saint Nicholas?
Saint Nicholas of Myra was of Greek origin.
Is Saint Nicholas a Jewish festival?
No. Saint Nicholas is a Christian festival.
Where was Saint Nicholas a bishop?
Saint Nicholas was the Bishop of Myra in Turkey,
What was the title of Saint Nicholas?
The title of Saint Nicholas of Myra was 'Bishop."
What was Saint Nicholas' religion?
Saint Nicholas of Myra was a Catholic bishop.
Why is Saint Nicholas the patron saint of Turkey?
St. Nicholas is not the patron saint of Turkey. He is the patron saint of Russia and Greece.
Which country has Saint Nicholas as a patron saint?
St. Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of Greece and Russia.
Which countries adopted Saint Nicholas as a patron saint?
Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of Greece and Russia.
Is Pope Nicholas I a patron saint?
Pope St. Nicholas I is not a patron saint.
Where is Saint Nicholas?
We must assume that Saint Nicholas of Myra is currently in Heaven.
