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Christmas (Xmas) Traditions: Yule Log
The custom of burning the Yule log dates back to pagan midwinter celebrations in northern Europe. It was a time to celebrate the passing of the year’s shortest day and the coming of spring. Eventually the Yule customs were merged with those of the Christmas holiday. Today as part of the Christmas celebration, the Yule log is lit on Christmas Eve and burned during Christmas Day.
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