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[–] 21862627? ago 

Most people are aware of the ancient story about the birth, purpose, and legacy of Jesus Christ whether they believe God sent Him or not.

Santa Claus also has a long history. St. Nicholas was a church Bishop in the 4th century in Asia. He was born wealthy and began giving secret gifts to needy people. As his secret was discovered, anyone receiving a secret gift attributed it to the good works of St. Nicholas. The evolution of the name St. Nicholas includes Father Christmas, Old Man Christmas, Kris Kringle, and Sinterklaas or as we now say, 'Santa Claus'!

Both the biblical story of the wise men bringing gifts to baby Jesus and the stories of St. Nicholas' secret gifts give us a warm feeling about the joy and symbology of gift-giving as an act of love.