Just in time for the holidays, scientists have used forensic analysis of Saint Nicholas’s skull to reconstruct his face and glean insights into his health, offering a fascinating gift to the world.
It seems that Clement Clarke Moore’s 1823 poem, “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” offered a surprisingly accurate portrayal of St. Nick.
According to Cicero Moraes, the study’s lead author, the reconstruction reveals a “strong and gentle face” resembling a realistic version of Santa Claus. Interestingly, evidence suggests that Saint Nicholas may have followed a plant-based diet.