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Our Classic Christmas Traditions Are Actually Pagan
HAIL SATURN
Christmas trees, yule logs—even Jesus’ purported birthday—all have their roots in pre-Christian festivals.
Alex Brook Lynn/ARBL Murray
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Dec. 25 2017
1:43PM EST
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