Saint Nicholas of Bari, whose name means “protector and defender of the peoples”, was so popular in ancient times that more than two thousand temples have been consecrated to him in the world for having helped children. He is the patron of Russia, Greece and Turkey.
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According to tradition, in the city of Mira, Turkey, the bishops and priests were meeting in the temple for the election of the new bishop, since the previous one had died. At last they said: “We will choose the next priest to enter the temple.” At that moment, without knowing what was happening, Nicolás entered and by everyone’s acclamation he was elected bishop.
He was very loved by all the inhabitants, especially by infants since at their parties he distributed sweets and toys, hence his figure has given rise to the myth of Santa Claus, also known as Father Christmas.
It is said that since childhood he stood out for his simple and kind character, upon the death of his parents, he inherited a great fortune that he put at the service of those in need.
In 1863 “Santa Claus” adopts his new physiognomy thanks to Thomas Nast, his clothes would have the influence of the bishops of yesteryear and no relation to San Nicolás de Bari.
The story and celebration began to spread from the hand of Santa Claus, with the fat character, bearded and in red.
Likewise, the current myth tells that Santa Claus is a generous and kind being who lives at the North Pole together with his wife, Mrs. Claus, and a wide variety of Christmas elves, who with their help makes toys for all children . How do you realize who deserves them ?; Thanks to his telescope and other magical beings he can see the behavior of children, once this, he proceeds to distribute them in a magic bag on December 25, entering all the homes of well-behaved infants.
The most important work night for our dear Santa Claus is slowly approaching. In what has already become a centuries-old tradition, this Christmas you will once again tour the different corners of the world.
And to you, will Santa Claus bring you something for this Christmas?
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