any stories in the bible about him
2006-12-12 10:24:10 · 9 answers · asked by hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Santa Claus is based on The Legend of St. Nicholus of Myra, Patron Saint of The Poor. According to the legend he was a wealthy man who would drop bags of gold down the chimneys of homes of poor children. Through years of bad pronunciations, and misunderstanding, it eventually became Santa Claus. The Red and White suit Santa wears now was based on Coca-Cola's advertising campaign of the 1930s.
2006-12-12 10:29:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No stories in the bible sorry. I believe Kris Kringle aka Santa existed and he would give or make presents for children. The significance of Santa is magic for young children at Christmas. No more no less.
2006-12-12 10:28:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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 manna, 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.
Through the centuries many stories and legends have been told of St. Nicholas' life and deeds. These accounts help us understand his extraordinary character and why he is so beloved and revered as protector and helper of those in need.
2006-12-12 10:27:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is from proto-Wicca. "Santa Claus" is the Holly King who came to rule over the northern earth during the winter from the Oak King, who ruled over the northern earth in the summer. He exists mostly symbolically. Old stories say he arrived from the south on a sleigh with 8 reindeer--1 for each seasonal (there are four) and cross-seasonal celebration (there are four here, too).
The modern "Santa Claus" is essentially a combination of the Holly King and St. Nicholas, a real figure who was charitable.
2006-12-12 10:29:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
He is a Saint, and he lived during 300 A.D. There is no information in the Bible about him, as it was completed around the end of the first century.
More info at
http://www.stnicholascenter.org/Brix?pageID=38.
2006-12-12 10:29:40 · answer #5 · answered by ~ C ~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing in the Bible about him.
Google Saint Nicholas and you'll get a bunch of stuff.
(Slurr the name a little and you'll get sant ni claus)
2006-12-12 10:27:37 · answer #6 · answered by Bobby Jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where Did Santa Originate From
2017-02-23 09:30:23 · answer #7 · answered by fankhauser 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sort of -- go to www.israelnet.tv - go to programs- click on truth and tradition by M.Rood -choose a media player- it's about 25 min long enjoy
2006-12-12 10:29:52 · answer #8 · answered by drox 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, that was satan
2006-12-12 10:27:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋