Send us a text Who was the real Saint Nicholas—before folklore, commercialization, and red suits transformed his story? In this episode, we explore Saint Nicholas of Myra, a real 4th-century Christian bishop whose life was shaped by Scripture, sacrifice, and theological conviction. Far from myth, Nicholas stood at the heart of the early Church, defending the divinity of Christ, caring for the poor, and living out a faith deeply rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures. We examine: The historical Churc...

Modern Mind, Ancient Book

Roger Ferguson, Host and Biblical Scholar

Who Was the Real Saint Nicholas? The Forgotten Bishop Behind the Legend

DEC 25, 202536 MIN
Modern Mind, Ancient Book

Who Was the Real Saint Nicholas? The Forgotten Bishop Behind the Legend

DEC 25, 202536 MIN

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Send us a textWho was the real Saint Nicholas—before folklore, commercialization, and red suits transformed his story?In this episode, we explore Saint Nicholas of Myra, a real 4th-century Christian bishop whose life was shaped by Scripture, sacrifice, and theological conviction. Far from myth, Nicholas stood at the heart of the early Church, defending the divinity of Christ, caring for the poor, and living out a faith deeply rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures.We examine:The historical Church context of Saint NicholasHis role in early Christian theologyHow Jewish biblical ethics shaped Christian charityWhy his story still matters for believers todayThis is an invitation to rediscover the ancient faith beneath modern tradition—and to see how early Christianity remained grounded in the God of Israel and the Scriptures Jesus Himself loved.👉 Learn more and continue the journey at modernmindancientbook.org