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Pictured is a standard depiction of Santa Claus. His name originates from the Dutch name for Saint NIcholas, Sinter Klaas.
The idea of Santa Claus originated from the Christian bishop Saint Nicholas. He inherited a large inheritance during the fourth century. He donated this money to the poor and used it to rescue women from servitude.
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