Best Christmas stories
* Christian theology includes the beliefs that Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit, was born of a virgin named Mary, performed miracles, founded the Christian Church, died by crucifixion rose from the dead, and ascended into Heaven, from where he will return. Christmas, the holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, is celebrated by a majority of Christians world wide on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
* But who is Santa? I was very excited after I read about Santa Clause! Yes, December 6th is Saint Nicholas Day, a Christian holiday that celebrates the life of a third-century saint who inspired the modern-day Santa Claus:
Saint Nicholas. A Greek bishop known for his generosity, especially towards children. He was known to give away his possessions to the poor and serve the sick and suffering.
* But who is Santa? I was very excited after I read about Santa Clause! Yes, December 6th is Saint Nicholas Day, a Christian holiday that celebrates the life of a third-century saint who inspired the modern-day Santa Claus:
Saint Nicholas. A Greek bishop known for his generosity, especially towards children. He was known to give away his possessions to the poor and serve the sick and suffering.
- ● Most popular tradition
The story behind children leaving their shoes or stockings out by the door or fireplace in the hopes of receiving a gift from Saint Nicholas: - ● Traditionally, families left their shoes by the fires at night so that they could dry from rain and snow in the winter. St. Nicholas left gold coins to appear in the poor shoes, drying by the fire.
- ● While St. Nicholas Day is not to be confused with Christmas, his birthday in December also like Jesus. He was born December 6th while Jesus was born December 25 and their birthdays have been celebrated almost together. So have fun and have yourself a Merry Christmas ! Cheers!