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St. Nicholas of Myra was an early Catholic bishop in the Greek colony of Patras in the Asia Minor, what is known today as Turkey. His name in Greek is Άγιος Νικόλαος. Some people try to link Nicholas with Santa Claus but Nicholas was a real person and Santa is a fictional creation.
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What school did Saint Nicholas go to?
There is no specific historical information on which school Saint Nicholas attended. Some sources suggest he was educated at a monastery, but there are no definitive records of him attending a formal school.
Where did Saint Bernadette go to school at?
Saint Bernadette attended the Sisters of Charity of Nevers school in France.
What school did saint Vincent de paul go to?
Saint Vincent de Paul studied at the University of Toulouse in France.
Where did Saint Francis Xavier go to school?
Saint Francis Xavier studied at the University of Paris in France where he obtained his Master's degree in Arts.
Did Saint Anne go to school?
There is no historical evidence to suggest that Saint Anne went to school. She is known in Christian tradition as the mother of the Virgin Mary and the grandmother of Jesus.
Did Saint Nicholas go to prison?
Nicholas of Myra spent several years in prison for being a Christian.
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Did saint Nicholas go to school?
There is no surviving record of the education Nicholas received. However, his parents were quite wealthy so we can be certain he received the best education available at the time. When his parents died in an epidemic his uncle, also named Nicholas and who was a bishop, raised the young Nicholas.
What school did Saint Nicholas go to?
There is no specific historical information on which school Saint Nicholas attended. Some sources suggest he was educated at a monastery, but there are no definitive records of him attending a formal school.
Can you go see him in the north pole?
If you went to the North Pole, all that could be found would be snow, wind, and more snow. Santa Claus is the likeness of Saint Nicholas, the Patron Saint.
Will Santa Claus ever pass away?
The stories of Santa Claus go back to a man named Nicholas (that's why he is also called Saint Nicholas). That would mean he is mortal, but that's just my opinion.
Does your saint go by your birthday or your name?
Your primary saint is the saint for whom you are named. Your other patron saint is the saint whose feast day falls on your birthday.
What are some good confirmation names that go with the name sara?
Your confirmation name doesn't have to match your name, just pick a saint who is the patron saint of something you like do or is your hobby. For example, Saint Peter is the patron saint of workers.
What other names does Haven go by?
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Why did Saint Nicholas go to prision?
He and all Christians were persecuted by the Romans under Emperor Diocletian simply because they were Christians and would not pay homage to the pagan gods of Rome.
Why is Santa Claus dead?
Santa Claus is not dead it is your parents that make sure you are asleep on Christmas eve and then they go downstairs and put all your presents out....Santa Claus is a saint, his name is Saint Nicholas. He is the spirit of giving. He is still alive and well.
What was Saint Lucy's name before she was canonized?
Lucy was her name. Saints do not change their names once they die and go to heaven.
