The History of: Saint Nicholas

Before Santa Claus… there was a bishop.This week, Jamie and Leo travel back to the 4th century to uncover the story of Saint Nicholas, the real figure behind one of the most recognizable characters in the world.Known as the Bishop of Myra, Saint Nicholas built a reputation for generosity, secret gift giving, and a growing collection of stories that would spread far beyond his lifetime. But like many historical figures, the line between fact and legend starts to blur pretty quickly.From early Christian history to evolving folklore, the story of Saint Nicholas transforms over centuries. Eventually crossing continents and cultures to become something much bigger.How much of the Saint Nicholas story is actually true? Where did the legends come from? And how did a 4th-century bishop turn into the modern-day Santa Claus?From historical records to holiday tradition, this is the long (and slightly strange) journey from Saint to Santa.Deck the… heretic? halls?... We’ll figure it out, in this episode of The DarkivesSerious history. Told not so seriously.Email us: [email protected] us on socials: just search user name- darkivespodcastSources:britannica.comstnicholascenter.orgvaticannews.vahistory.combritannica.com2stnicholascenter.org2clausnet.comTheme music: Ways of the Wizard-geoffharveyUsed with permission, Thank you Geoff!licensed through: PixabayOther music used: licensed through Pixabay-used under the Pixabay Content License