Origin of Santa Claus- Brianna Falco

The word Santa Claus comes from the dutch word" Sinter Klaas", another name for Saint Nicholas. St. Nicholas died on December 6, A. D 342 and December 6th is his feast day. For many countries this is the day he arrives with his presents and punishments. Nicholas had a remarkable childhood and while still a young boy he was named Bishop of Myra. He is known as the Boy Bishop. Nicholas lived in what is now present day Turkey. Nicholas was renowned for his generosity and kindness taking presents to the needy in the night. Nicholas was also named a patron saint in the Catholic Church and essentially the face of giving and generosity.