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Saint Nicholas of Myra has become known as Santa Claus.
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What is Pope Saint Nicholas I the patron saint of?
Pope Saint Nicholas I was pop from 858 until 867 and is also known as Saint Nicholas the Great. He is the patron saint of heart attack and headache sufferers.
Was Saint Nicholas a bishop?
Saint Nicholas of Myra as a Catholic bishop known for his generosity.
What Catholic saint came to be known as Saint Nicholas?
Saint Nicholas of Myra (Asia Minor) was a 4th century bishop from what is known today as Turkey.
Which saint is known as Father Christmas or Santa?
Saint Nicholas.
By what saint name is Santa otherwise known as and where does he live?
Saint Nicholas of Myra who currently, and for the last 1600 years, has lived in heaven.
Who is the patron saint of thieves?
The patron saint of thieves is Saint Nicholas. He is also known as Nicholas of Myra or Nicholas the Wonderworker. Saint Nicholas is revered for his generosity and kindness, particularly towards those in need. His feast day is celebrated on December 6th in many Christian traditions.
Which saint became known by the name santa claus?
Saint Nicholas
Is Saint Nicholas also a patron saint of sailors?
Nicholas is the patron saint of many things, including sailors.
Who is the real Saint Nicholas?
The real Saint Nicholas was born in Asia Minor in the third century and was known for giving gifts secretly. Because of this, the Christmas Saint Nicholas was based on him.
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.
What is Saint Nicholas' staff name?
Saint Nicholas' staff is commonly known as a crozier or pastoral staff.
What is Santa's name?
Santa Claus is also known as Saint Nicholas.
