Saint Nicholas & His Gift of Gold

Pack of 16 cards and envellopes

127 x 178mm,

Message on the front cover;
Christmas Greetings!

Message on the inside cover;
May the spirit of true Christmas giving
-exemplifed by Holy Saint Nicholas’ secret gift of gold to those in need-
inspire you this holy season!

Message on the back cover;
The name "Santa Claus" comes from "Saint Nicholas." A real, historical figure, Saint Nicholas was the godly Bishop of Myra (in modem Turkey) in the fourth century. In his lifetime he was highly respected for his devotion to God; he is especially remembered for his generosity, love, and mercy to the poor and oppressed. Ac¬cording to one tradition, he secretly placed three bags of gold in the stockings of three destitute young girls, in order to save them from being sold into slavery. It is this event which is depicted in this icon. The feast day of Saint Nicholas is celebrated shortly before Christmas, on December 6th.

Icon from the hand of Jan Isham