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Saint Nicholas, also called Nikolaos of Myra, is a historic fourth century Christian saint who was Greek Bishop of Myra in Lycia. Many miracles are attributed to him and he is also called Nikolaos the Wonderworker. Because of his reputation for secret giving, he became the model for Santa Claus.
He was born in Asia Minor in the third century and lived in Myra, Lycia. A son of wealthy Christian parents, he was very religious his whole life. His parents died in an epidemic while he was young, so he was raised by an uncle. He was called on by Constantine to attend the First Council of Nicaea. There are many legends associated with Saint Nicholas.
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∙ 10y agoSaint Nicholas was from Myra, a Greek town in Asia Minor. Today that area is part of modern Turkey.
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What is Santa full name?
saint nicholas claws
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.
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.
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.
