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  1. In general, to prepare for St. Nick’s arrival, children clean up their rooms and toys. They clean and polish a pair of shoes or boots and then place them by the front door or on a windowsill. Some kids put a special “Nikolaus boot” by the front door. Some might even leave a bit of hay or a carrot for Saint Nicholas’ donkey.

  2. 16. Feb. 2019 · Saint Nicholas of Myra, Bishop and Wonder-Worker. The Life and the Legend of the Saint Who Became Santa Claus. There are few saints better known than Saint Nicholas of Myra, and yet there is remarkably little that we can say for certain about his life. His birthdate is lost to history; even his birthplace (Parara of Lycia, in Asia Minor) is ...

  3. Saint Nicholas Day. Saint Nicholas Day, also called the Feast of Saint Nicholas, observed on 6 December (and/or its eve on 5 Dec.)) in Western Christian countries, and on 19 December in Eastern Christian countries using the old church Calendar, is the feast day of Saint Nicholas of Myra; it falls within the season of Advent. [3]

  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Santa_ClausSanta Claus - Wikipedia

    Santa Claus (also known as Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, Saint Nick, Kris Kringle, Santa and Santy) is a legendary figure [1] originating in Western Christian culture who is said to bring gifts during the late evening and overnight hours on Christmas Eve. He is said to accomplish this with the aid of Christmas elves, who make the toys in ...

  5. 6. Dez. 2021 · In Greece, Saint Nicholas is best known as the patron saint of sailors, fishermen, ships, islands and all cities with harbors. Saint Nicholas is one of the most revered saints in all of Christianity. On December 6, both East and West observe a day of remembrance. Orthodox, Catholic, Lutheran, and Anglican Christians all honor and remember him.

  6. St. Nicholas Day, feast day (December 6) of St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop of Myra. Although St. Nicholas has become nearly indistinguishable from the Christmas figure of Santa Claus, some places have maintained St. Nicholas Day as a time when children are given special cookies, candies, and gifts.

  7. 11. Okt. 2005 · Nick St. Nicholas was a big influence on me, as Steppenwolf were my favorite band back in '68. I also, as a fan, found a 'John Kay and The Sparrow' album, same band pretty much, more blues, and the bassist was the same, Nick St. Nicholas. His sound is the same dark bassy sound on all the recordings during the time he was in the band. I've also ...