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Nicholas of Myra was a holy and pious man who loved children. He would sometimes give money and gifts to families who were poor ("Santa Claus") and is credited with bringing three murdered young boys back to life.
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Is Saint Nicholas the patron saint of thieves?
Yes he is the patron saint of repented thieves.
What is Saint Nicholas not the patron saint of - children or scholars or thieves?
Saint Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of children, scholars and penitent thieves as well as a number of other causes. For a complete list of his patronages, click on this link.
Why do people remember Saint Nicholas?
Saint Nicholas is remembered for his generosity and concern for the poor, especially the children.
Are Paige Nick and Erin the children of Saint Nicholas?
St. Nicholas was never married, and never had any children. He is, however, the patron saint of children.
Did Saint Nicholas have a child or a wife?
No, Saint Nicholas of Mrya was a Catholic bishop and not married nor did he have any children.
Who invented Santa and the Easter bunny?
Santa- is from saint nicholas because saint Nicholas was the one who started this whole santa thing but saint Nicholas only gave it to the poor and needy children.
When do children in the Neitherlands receive gifts from saint Nicholas?
Saint Nicholas is a mythical being therefore they never receive gifts from him.Clark
Who was the saint that gave toys to children?
Saint Nicholas of Myra is credited with secretly giving money donations to the needy but not for giving toys to children. That is a legend that grew up around him when people decided to change him into Santa Claus.
What is Santa full name?
saint nicholas claws
What do children who are not good receive from Saint Nicholas?
coal
Why does Saint Nicholas put coins in shoes?
Saint Nicholas, aka parents, place small gifts in their children's shoes to celebrate St. Nicholas Day on December 6.
Which saint is the patron of children and sailors?
The patron saint of running water is St. John Nepomucene
