The concept of the American Santa Claus originated with St. Nicholas, who was born in Asia Minor in 280 A.D. he was known as a kind, benevolent man; indeed made a saint because of his generosity.

美国人关于圣诞老人的概念源于圣-尼古拉斯，他生于公元280年的小亚细亚。众所周知，他是个和蔼、慈善的人；确实，由于他的慷慨宽大而成为一位圣徒。

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St. Nicholas became the patron saint of Russia, where he was famous for his red cape, flowing white beard, and bishop's mitre.

尼古拉斯成了俄罗斯人的守护神，在那里，他以身披红斗篷，留着飘逸的白胡须，戴着主教法冠而闻名。

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His funeral is expected to take place later this month at St Nicholas' Church in Brighton.

他的葬礼预计将于本月底在位于布莱顿的圣尼古拉斯教堂举行。

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Santa Claus also has some other names: Saint Nicholas,St.Nick, Kris Kringle,Pelznickel.

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