One of the most famous saints in the world is Nicholas the Wonderworker, Bishop of Myra in Lycia. He is considered the patron saint of sailors and the homeless, prison prisoners and children. Residents of almost the entire planet believe in his miracles. In Rus' they called him “Russian God”; they knew that prayer saved him from troubles. Once his relics lay in the city of Myra (now Turkey), and in the 11th century they were transported to the Italian city of Bari, where millions of pilgrims now flock to venerate the saint and take with them a piece of the fragrant, wonderful myrrh. All the children of the world call him Santa Claus, he brings gifts for the New Year. The book of the famous writer and historian Konstantin Kovalev-Sluchevsky is a collection of unique information about St. Nicholas and his spiritual asceticism. A complete biography attracts with its lively literary language and scientific and historical content. The publication is intended for everyone who is interested in the true history of world civilization, the life and exploits of the great saint.[Adapted for AlReader]