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Saint Nicholas The Deacon

Also known as: Nicholas of Antioch; Nicola…; Nicolaus…; Nikolas…

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

July 28

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Nicholas The Deacon, also known as Nicholas of Antioch, Nicola, Nicolaus, or Nikolas, was a prominent figure in the early Christian Church. He is recognized as a convert, one of the first seven deacons ordained by the Apostles, a miracle worker, and a martyr. Saint Nicholas The Deacon was born in the city of Antioch, which was located in modern-day Turkey....