Where did the Yule Log originate from?
A Yule log is a large log which is burned in the hearth as a part of traditional Yule or Christmas celebrations in some cultures. In Northern Europe, winter festivities were once considered to be a Feast of the Dead, complete with ceremonies full of spirits, devils, and the haunting presence of the Norse god, Odin, and his night riders. One particularly durable Solstice festival was “Jol” (also known as “Jule” and pronounced “Yule”), a feast celebrated throug
