Saint Nicholas
The generous bishop of Myra who secretly gave gifts to the poor, the real saint behind Santa Claus.
Gerard David, Three Legends of Saint Nicholas, c. 1500 · National Galleries of Scotland (public domain)
Who was Saint Nicholas?
Feast day and traditions
St. Nicholas, friend of children and the poor, teach me to give generously and in secret. Amen.
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