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Who was St. Nicholas?

Anonymous

∙ 16y ago

Updated: 9/14/2023

Nicholas was a 4th century bishop of Myra in what is today modern Turkey. He was noted for his holiness and generosity to the poor. His feast day is December 6. Not to be confused with Santa Claus who is a purely commercial figure.

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Was St. Nicholas British?

St. Nicholas of Myra was Greek.

What is St. Nicholas Day?

St. Nicholas Day is the feast day of St. Nicholas of Myra and is on December 6 every year.

Was St. Nicholas Of Myra ever married?

No, St. Nicholas was not married.

Is Santa Claus St Nicholas?

I believe santa is st nicholas.

Is St. Nicholas St. Nick?

Yes, Nick is short for Nicholas.

When is the veneration of St. Nicholas?

St. Nicholas of Myra is memorialized on December 6.

What is the population of Deeping St Nicholas?

Deeping St Nicholas's population is 1,323.

When did St. Nicholas Magazine end?

St. Nicholas Magazine ended in 1943.

When was St. Nicholas Magazine created?

St. Nicholas Magazine was created in 1873.

When was St. Nicholas' GAA created?

St. Nicholas' GAA was created in 1901.

When was St Nicholas Priory created?

St Nicholas Priory was created in 1087.

What is the population of St Nicholas-at-Wade?

The population of St Nicholas-at-Wade is 782.