Why did the Norse celebrate Yule from December 21 through January?

A History of Christmas

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to mark the return of the sun
2.
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Before Christmas became popular, which holiday was most important to Christians?
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Easter
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Why did the Catholic Church choose December 25 to celebrate the birth of Jesus?
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to absorb the customs of the Saturnalia festival
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Why was Christmas outlawed in Boston from 1659 to 1681?
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because Puritans wanted to rid England of indulgence
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What was the main message of Charles Dickens's "A Christmas Carol"?
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charity and goodwill toward all
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