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          Our father among the saints Basil the Great(ca. 330 - January 1, 379), was bishopof Caesarea, a leading churchman in the 4th century, known especially for his philanthropiclabors and theological works.

          The Church considers him a saintand one of the Three Holy Hierarchs, together with Saints Gregory the Theologian(Gregory Nazianzus) and John Chrysostom. Basil, Gregory the Theologian, and Basil's brother Saint Gregory of Nyssaare called the Cappadocian Fathers.

          Basil's memory is celebrated on January 1; he is also remembered on January 30 with the Three Holy Hierarchs.

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          In Greek tradition, he is supposed to visit children and give presents every January 1. This festival is also marked by the baking of Saint Basil's bread (Gr. Vasilópita), a sweet bread with a coin hidden inside.

          He should not be confused with Saint Basil the Blessed, Fool-for-Christ, a Russian saint, after wh