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But it seems that the pagan influence on some Christmas traditions may have been overstated. Here is a look at seven Christmas traditions and their origins. 12 Days of Christmas ...

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In Solvang, a town known for its Christmas spirit, a pagan tree-burning ritual serves as the season's biggest highlight. "We just wanna watch it burn." SF Gate Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo.

Another Christmas classic is the mistletoe. Mistletoe originally stemmed from the old English words "Mistel" and "Tan," which meant "dung twig." You may be wondering why it originally meant dung twig.

Mistletoe’s reputation as a plant of mystery predates its holiday charm. Ancient Druids in Europe held mistletoe in high regard, particularly when it grew on oak trees, which were considered sacred.