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The true story of Santa Claus

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, December 6, 2008   -   Source open new window
Category: Misc     Tags: Santa Claus | Christmas | Holiday

Just following the interesting of new technology and funny stuffs. I almost forget Christmas, and yet it is not far away. My little sister just sent me a very cute blog about the history of Santa Clause, she got some friends over ATown and want them to read her work, that would be nice for those who dont know about this story as well. Thanks sweetie!

 

 
The true story of Santa Claus begins with Nicholas, who was born during the third century in the village of Patara. At the time the area was Greek and is now on the southern coast of Turkey. His wealthy parents, who raised him to be a devout Christian, died in an epidemic while Nicholas was still young. Obeying Jesus' words to "sell what you own and give the money to the poor," Nicholas used his whole inheritance to assist the needy, the sick, and the suffering.

                                

He dedicated his life to serving God and was made Bishop of Myra while still a young man. Bishop Nicholas became known throughout the land for his generosity to the those in need, his love for children, and his concern for sailors and ships.

Under the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who ruthlessly persecuted Christians, Bishop Nicholas suffered for his faith, was exiled and imprisoned.

The prisons were so full of bishops, priests, and deacons, there was no room for the real criminals—murderers, thieves and robbers. After his release, Nicholas attended the Council of Nicaea in AD 325. He died December 6, AD 343 in Myra and was buried in his cathedral church, where a unique relic, called mana formed in his grave.

 

 

This liquid substance, said to have healing powers, fostered the growth of devotion to Nicholas. The anniversary of his death became a day of celebration, st. Nicholas Day.

 
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