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          St.Lucia  and St.Nicholas  Comparison

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        Both St. Lucia’s and St. Nicholas Days are celebrated with the giving of presents. Food, especially gingerbread, plays an important part in both. St. Lucia’s and St. Nicholas Days are two very popular holidays celebrated in European countries. St. Lucia and St. Nicholas days are both associated with Christian religions. St. Lucia’s Day is celebrated mainly in Sweden, and St. Nicholas Day is recognized in Eastern Europe. St. Nicholas Day gave birth to the Santa Claus tradition in North America. Unlike the merry fat Santa Claus, St. Nicholas is portrayed as a tall, thin man. Whether seen with a girl (St. Lucia) or a man (St. Nicholas), both winter festivals share common themes of light and warmth. They brighten up the long, dark days of winter.