Is santa claus a religious figure?

Question

Or the product of good marketing by capitilism.

Answer 1

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

Answer 2

Santa Claus Religion

Answer 3

Santa Claus is typical, in part, on the existence of Saint Nicholas. Santa Claus has the comparable root as Santa Barbara or Santa Ana. Like each and every thing else, Santa has been observed by merchandising campaigns.

Answer 4

Santa Claus is based, in part, on the life of Saint Nicholas. Santa Claus has the same root as Santa Barbara or Santa Ana.

Like everything else, Santa has been adopted by marketing campaigns.

Answer 5

Santa Clause is St Nicols= yes a religious figure. He used to give the ppl in need and to help them and especially in Christmas because it is the time of the year when the Lord the Saviour is born and everybody must be happy. he used to have a big beard, and by and by, the tradition got more spreaded and more materialistc.. and it became to be the Santa Clause we now know and see ...

Answer 6

Saint Nicholas (Greek: Άγιος Νικόλαος , Agios Nikolaos, "victory of the people") is the common name for Saint Nicholas, Bishop of Myra (in modern-day Antalya province, Turkey). He was born during the third century in the village of Patara. At the time the area was Greek. He had a reputation for secret gift-giving, but is now commonly identified with Santa Claus. In 1087 his remains were abducted and removed to Bari in southern Italy, so that he is also Saint Nicholas of Bari. Among Orthodox Christians, the historical Saint Nicholas is remembered and revered. Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of sailors, merchants, archers, children, and students in Greece, Belgium, Bulgaria, Georgia, Russia, the Republic of Macedonia, Slovakia, Serbia and Montenegro. He is also the patron saint of Barranquilla (Colombia), Bari (Italy), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Beit Jala in the West Bank of Palestine and Russia. In 1809, the New-York Historical Society convened and named Sancte Claus the patron saint of Nieuw Amsterdam, the Dutch name for New York. Thus, Saint Nicholas could also be considered as the patron saint of New York.

Answer 7

Technically, both. The image we now have of Santa is based upon Saint Nicholas, which was marketed by capitalism.

Answer 8

At one time it had some religious foundation in the old countries. Today it is strictly a commercial endevor but due to political correctness even that is being mentioned less.

Answer 9

A Christian is to be temperant in all that they do.The product of good marketing by capitalism should have no effect on us.

"Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law." Galatians 5:23

Answer 10

He was a real man in Europe a few hundred yrs ago. Google him and you'll see all about the man's life, and why his legend carried over into the popular children's myth (which really is just for fun and is harmless cuz kids grow out of that). Just enjoy the Magic of childhood while it lasts.