When you think of Christmas, most think of Santa Claus. Although the legendary character Santa is part of Christmas, it hasn’t always been like that. In fact, Santa Claus is the product of the merging ...
In this video, we dive into the origins of one of the most beloved figures in Christmas lore—Santa Claus. But did you know that Santa’s story begins with the real Saint Nicholas, a bishop known for ...
As Christmas approaches, many await the arrival of Santa. The man who’s responsible for millions of Christmas mysteries every year has been around for more than 200 years in America, but his origins ...
Here’s the origin of Christmas as we know it, when it’s estimated Jesus might have been born and when Christians started celebrating his birth.
Santa inspired by St. Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for kindness and secret gift-giving. Santa's red suit popularized by Coca-Cola, earlier depictions showed him in bishop's attire. Santa's ...
There may be a few people who have not heard of Santa Claus, with his cheery face and bright red suit. It is well established that our Santa has evolved considerably over the years, and earlier ...
Christmas is a Christian holiday that observes the birth of Jesus. But did you know that the earliest followers of Jesus did not annually commemorate his birth? Or that Santa Claus is inspired by the ...