Is santa real? i want to know?

Question

my cuisine said hes not my uncaring uncle said hes not but is he real i would like to know?

Answer 1

Well, I guess it depends on how you look at it.  If you mean the stereotypical Santa with the red outfit, black boots, red hat, and big white beard that visits everyone's house every christmas eve to drop off gift and eat cookies and milk, then no.  However, he is based of of a real person, St. Nicholas.  So then if you refer to St. Nicholas as Santa, then yes, he's real; he's just not alive anymore.

Answer 2

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Santa Claus, also known as Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas, Kris Kringle, or simply "Santa", is a historical, legendary, and mythical figure in folklore who, in Western cultures, is described as bringing gifts on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day,[1] or on his feast day, December 6.[2] The legend may have its basis in hagiographical tales concerning the historical figure of Saint Nicholas.

The modern depiction of Santa Claus as a fat, jolly man (or gnome) wearing a red coat and trousers with white cuffs and collar, and black leather belt and boots, became popular in the United States in the 19th century due to the significant influence of caricaturist and political cartoonist Thomas Nast.[3] This image has been maintained and reinforced through song, radio, television, and films. In the United Kingdom and Europe, his depiction is often identical to the American Santa, but he is commonly called Father Christmas.

One legend associated with Santa says that he lives in the far north, in a land of perpetual snow. The American version of Santa Claus lives at the North Pole, while Father Christmas is said to reside in Lapland. Other details include: that he is married and lives with Mrs. Claus; that he makes a list of children throughout the world, categorizing them according to their behavior; that he delivers presents, including toys, candy, and other presents to all of the good boys and girls in the world, and sometimes coal or sticks to the naughty children, in one night; and that he accomplishes this feat with the aid of magical elves who make the toys, and nine flying reindeer who pull his sleigh.[4][5]

There has long been opposition to teaching children to believe in Santa Claus. Some Christians say the Santa tradition detracts from the religious origins and purpose of Christmas. Other critics feel that Santa Claus is an elaborate lie, and that it is unethical for parents to teach their children to believe in his existence.[6] Still others oppose Santa Claus as a symbol of the commercialization of the Christmas holiday, or as an intrusion upon their own national traditions.[7]

Answer 3

Well if that's an honest question...

there are other things you need to know first...

Answer 4

a long time ago there was a guy named saint nicholas and he would pass stuff out but he uhm... passed away a long time ago so at this very moment no there is no santa.   yes i know it is very sad =(

Answer 5

I never stopped believing, regardless what ANYONE says.

believe what you want to believe, don't let anyone get you down bro :)

Answer 6

He was a real person @ 1 time. And in one of my friend's they have to believe he's real or they don't get presents. I think I'm too old to believe now, though I still believe.

Answer 7

whatever you believe

Answer 8

WELLL SOME PEOPLE SAY YES AND OTHERS SAY NO BUT MOST OF THE LITTLE KIDS THINK HE'S REAL AND ADULTS SAY THAT THEY BUY PRESENTS TO REPRESENT AS SANTA CLAUS ...... SO THERE IS A 50 50% CHANCE HE'S REAL. !

Answer 9

Awwwwwwww.

Answer 10

no, sorry.

The tooth faerie isn't either . . .

I know, its sad =/

Answer 11

santa is not "real" as in coming down your chimney. however he was a real person a long time ago, and we can pass on the christmas spirit by doing things for others, just like santa did.