VIDEO: Difference Between Nicholas and Santa Claus

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Where Santa Claus comes from

  • Santa Claus is a figure that is considered a symbol of giving gifts on Christmas Eve.
  • This figure is particularly widespread in Protestant regions such as Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Scandinavia, England and the USA.
  • Santa Claus is depicted as a plump man in a red suit, with dark boots and a white tip. Furthermore, the bulging gift sack is an attribute of the friendly man.
  • The meaning of Santa Claus is the delivery of gifts on Christmas Eve. However, a gift is only given to good children.
  • Santa Claus already existed in 1931, which postcards from that time prove. The company "Coca Cola" also used Santa Claus as a symbol to better market their products internationally.
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  • The origins of belief in Santa Claus can be traced back to the thoughts about Saint Nicholas. However, Santa Claus is not to be equated with Santa Claus. There is a major difference in the history of the origins of the two symbol carriers.

The difference - St. Nicholas is a true, historical figure

  • Nicholas is a European folk legend and was then known under the name of Nikolaus von Myra.
  • In contrast to Santa Claus, Nicholas of Myra actually existed and was a bishop of the 4th Century. He is considered a legend and shortly after his death, on 6. December around 351, the anniversary of his death became a holiday for Christians.
  • Nikolaus von Myra was considered a benefactor of the children. Because of this, good children in Christian areas are born on June 6th. December with small gifts.
  • The clothes of Santa Claus are also very different from the clothes of Santa Claus. Nicholas does not wear a red suit, but a bishop's robe. Nor does he carry a sack of presents with him. The crosier is also a sign of Nicholas.

So you can see that Santa Claus and Santa Claus are not to be set equal. Already in the time of origin, occurrence and clothing a major difference can be seen.

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