Saint Nicholas
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From the Original Saint Nicholas to the Pagan, Commercialised Santa Claus
Saint Nicholas of Myra (traditionally 15 March 270 – 6 December 343), also known as Nicholas of Bari, was an early Christian [Catholic] bishop of Greek descent from the maritime city of Myra in Asia Minor (Greek: Μύρα; modern-day Demre, Turkey) during the time of the Roman Empire. Author Ave Collins, notes, “Nicholas was born…