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Virtually nothing is known about the childhood of Saint Nicholas of Myra. While he was still quite young both of his parents died in an epidemic. He was taken in by his uncle, also named Nicholas, who was a bishop. At a young age Nicholas was drawn to the religious life. His uncle tonsured the young Nicholas as a reader and later ordained him a presbyter (priest).
Legend has it that as a child, Saint Nicholas showed compassion and generosity. He inherited a sum of money and used it to help those in need by giving gifts and providing for the poor and sick. This spirit of giving and kindness continued throughout his life, leading to his reputation as the patron saint of children and sailors.
The most spectacular miracle credited to Nicholas was raising three young boys back to life who had been murdered and stuffed into a barrel of brine.
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Did Saint Nicholas have a child or a wife?
No, Saint Nicholas of Mrya was a Catholic bishop and not married nor did he have any children.
Does Saint Nicholas have a brother or sister?
Saint Nicholas is believed to have had a brother named Basil, who also became a saint in the Eastern Orthodox tradition. There is no definitive historical evidence supporting the existence of a sister for Saint Nicholas.
The patron saint of child care?
Saint Philomena (who was a child herself, only 14 when she passed away), and Saint Nicholas (also known as Santa Claus) are patron saints of children.
What is Santa full name?
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What is Saint Nicholas' last name?
Saint Nicholas is often referred to as Saint Nicholas of Myra or Nicholas of Bari.
What was the nationality of Saint Nicholas?
Saint Nicholas of Myra was of Greek origin.
Is Saint Nicholas a Jewish festival?
No. Saint Nicholas is a Christian festival.
Where was Saint Nicholas a bishop?
Saint Nicholas was the Bishop of Myra in Turkey,
What was the title of Saint Nicholas?
The title of Saint Nicholas of Myra was 'Bishop."
What was Saint Nicholas' religion?
Saint Nicholas of Myra was a Catholic bishop.
Why is Saint Nicholas the patron saint of Turkey?
St. Nicholas is not the patron saint of Turkey. He is the patron saint of Russia and Greece.
Which country has Saint Nicholas as a patron saint?
St. Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of Greece and Russia.
