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No one is positive why reindeer lead Santa's sleigh, but there are some interesting theories.
In Norse and Germanic mythology, Thor is the God of Thunder and soars through the sky in a chariot pulled by two magical goats. Thor was highly revered and was arguably the most popular of Norse gods in ancient times. Images and stories of Thor soaring the skies in his sleigh pulled by two large, horned goats may have influenced the creation of Santa's sleigh and flying, antlered reindeer by those in the west familiar with Dutch or Germanic mythology.
The first known written account of reindeer in association with the legend of Santa Claus occurred in 1821. That year, New York printer William Gilley published a sixteen page booklet titled A New Year's Present, to the Little Ones from Five to Twelve Number III : The Children's Friend by an anonymous author. In the book, reindeer are introduced into the Santa Claus narrative:
Old Santa Claus with much delight
His reindeer drives this frosty night.
O'er chimneytops, and tracks of snow,
To bring his yearly gifts to you.
And now, one from the lighter side: During these these recent WikiYears, it has been brought to my attention that only the female reindeer would still have their antlers in late December. Every single depiction I've ever seen in my life shows Santa's sleigh being drawn by reindeer with antlers. In light of the fact that us men (yes, of ALL species) are world-renowned for never pulling over to ask for directions, PLUS the fact that the female of ANY species is responsible for the survival of their respective species, AND the fact that reindeer are very hardy animals, I would feel remiss if I did NOT opine that the reindeer are Santa's best choice. And they work for oats.
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Why are there only 7 reindeer pulling santa's sleigh in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
NO! i want to know WHY only 7 reindeer?
Which reindeer helps Rudolph to fly?
Santa doesn't exist therefore no reindeer pull Santa's sleigh.
What does santa drink and eat on Christmas Eve?
santas not real i dont think he drinks hot chocolate
What is the girl reindeer's name that pulls Santa's sleigh?
Clarice was her name. He met Clarice at the reindeer games.
What are the lyrics for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
You know Dasher and DancerAnd Prancer and Vixen,Comet and CupidAnd Donner and Blitzen.But do you recallThe most famous reindeer of all?Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer(reindeer)Had a very shiny nose(like a light bulb)And if you ever saw it(saw it)You would even say it glows(like a flash light)All of the other reindeer(reindeer)Used to laugh and call him names(like Pinochio)They never let poor Rudolph(Rudolph)Play in any reindeer games(like Monopoly)Then one foggy Christmas EveSanta came to say(In his underwear)Rudolph with your nose so brightWon't you guide my sleigh tonight?Then all the reindeer loved him(loved him)And they shouted out with glee(yippee)"Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer(reindeer)You'll go down in history!"(like George Washington)Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer(reindeer)Had a very shiny nose!(Like a light bulb)And if you ever saw it(saw it)You would even say it glows(Like a flash light)All of the other reindeer(reindeer)Used to laugh and call him names(Like Pinocchio)They never let poor Rudolph(Rudolph)Join in any reindeer game(Like Monopoly)Then one foggy Christmas Eve,Santa came to say(HO HO HO)"Rudolph with your nose so bright,won't you guide my sleigh tonight?".Then all the reindeer loved him(loved him)As they shouted out with glee(Yippee!)Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer(reindeer)You'll go down to history(Like George Washington)You know Dasher,and Dancer,and Prancer,and Vixen,Comet,and Cupid,and Donner,and Blitzen.But do you recall....The most famous reindeer of all?:Repeat:That's all I know!:)Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeerhad a very shiny nose.And if you ever saw him,you would even say it glows.All of the other reindeerused to laugh and call him names.They never let poor Rudolphjoin in any reindeer games.Then one foggy Christmas EveSanta came to say:"Rudolph with your nose so bright,won't you guide my sleigh tonight?"Then all the reindeer loved himas they shouted out with glee,Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer,you'll go down in history!
What is the last reindeer on santas sleigh?
Rudolf
How many reindeer pulls santas sleigh?
There are usually 9.
Was there one particular reindeer who pulled santas sleigh?
Rodolph
what is Santas car?
It's a sleigh (large sled) but don't think it has another name
What pulled santas sleigh before reindeer?
donkeys..... the.... there related
How many reindeer pull santas sleigh?
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, Rudolf
Who is santas lead reindeer?
Rudolph but his lead reindeer without Rudolph is unknown it might be Donner, or Blitzen
Why are Santas reindeer girls?
Male reindeer drop their antlers in early November. ALL pictures of Santa's reideer show them them to have antlers ,while pulling Santa's sleigh, in December.
Why do reindeer pull santas sleigh?
Because Chihuahuas would be too small and you would have to use like 50 and elephants are too big
Is Bonner one of Santas reindeer?
Donner is one of Santas reindeer, but not Bonner.
What is Santa's method of travel?
He rides a sleigh lead by flying reindeer (remember?).
How many reindeer pulled santas sleigh?
Nine reindeers pulled it and they are: Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder, Blitzen, and Rudolph.
