Saint Nicholas of Myra Christian Saint and bishop the real Santa Claus Greeting Card Christmas GIFT!

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Saint Nicholas of Myra
Christian Saint and bishop
The original Santa Claus
Frameable Greeting Card 5X7 inch + envelope
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Saint Nicholas of Myra
Christian bishop Santa
Claus Greeting Card 5x7 inch
Christmas Gift

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Saint Nicholas of Myra
"The Original SANTA CLAUS"
Catholic & Christian Saint
Greek bishop of Myra
In modern day Turkey
15 March 270 AD - December 6, 343 AD
Because of the many miracles attributed to his intercession
He is also known as Nicholas the Wonderworker.

Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of sailors, merchants, archers,
Repentant thieves, children, brewers, pawnbrokers, toymakers,
Unmarried people, and students in various cities and countries
Throughout Europe.
His legendary secret gift-giving
gave rise to the folklore of "Santa Claus".

Saint Nicholas of Myra, also known as Nicholas of Bari,
was a 4th-century bishop of Greek descent
from the maritime city of Patara in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey).
He is renowned for his generosity, miracles, and his role
as the patron saint of sailors, children, and many others

Here are some key points about his life:

● Early Life: Nicholas was born to wealthy Christian parents and was known for his piety from a young age. After his parents’ death, he used his inheritance to help the poor and needy.

● Bishop of Myra: He became the Bishop of Myra and was known for his kindness and dedication to his flock. He was imprisoned during the persecution of Christians under Emperor Diocletian
but was released under Emperor Constantine

● Miracles and Legends: Many miracles are attributed to him, earning him the title “Nicholas the Wonderworker.”
One famous story tells of him secretly providing dowries for three impoverished sisters to save them from being sold into slavery or prostitution. Another legend speaks of him calming a storm at sea,
which is why he is the patron saint of sailors.

● Council of Nicaea: Tradition holds that he attended the First Council of Nicaea in 325 AD where he is said to have confronted the heretic Arius.

● Legacy: His reputation for secret gift-giving inspired the modern figure of Santa Claus. His feast day is celebrated on December 6th.

The connection between Saint Nicholas of Myra and the modern figure of Santa Claus is indeed fascinating!
Saint Nicholas, known for his generosity and kindness, especially towards children, inspired many legends that evolved over centuries into the character we know today as Santa Claus.

Here are some key points on how this transformation happened:
1. Generosity and Secret Gift-Giving: Saint Nicholas was known for his secret gift-giving.

One famous story tells of him providing dowries for three impoverished sisters

by secretly tossing bags of gold into their home, which landed in stockings left to dry by the fire.

This act of kindness is one of the roots of the tradition of hanging stockings for Santa to fill.

2. Sinterklaas: In the Netherlands, Saint Nicholas is known as Sinterklaas. Dutch settlers brought the tradition of Sinterklaas to America, where it eventually merged with other cultural influences to become Santa Claus.

3. Transformation in America: The modern image of Santa Claus was shaped significantly in the 19th century. Clement Clarke Moore’s 1823 poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” (commonly known as “The Night Before Christmas”) and the illustrations by Thomas Nast in the late 1800s helped solidify Santa’s image as a jolly, bearded man in a red suit.

4. Cultural Evolution: Over time, the stories and traditions surrounding Saint Nicholas were adapted and commercialized,
especially in the United States. Santa Claus became associated with Christmas rather than Saint Nicholas Day (December 6th),
and his role expanded to include delivering gifts to children around the world on Christmas Eve.

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