| Re: Yule & Christmas superstitions
Yule logs shouldn't be bought and should be left to burn overnight.
The yule log should be lit by a piece of the log used on the previous Christmas. Once that is done, no evil spirit can then enter into the house. The remains of the Yule log were also considered lucky, and would be a protection against lightning or fire.
Look to the shadows cast by those gathered round the fire on Christmas night - if any of these shades appears to lack a head that person will die within the year.
When making Christmas pudding, drop in a silver coin, a thimble, and a ring. He who is served the coin finds luck, he who retrieves the thimble brings himself prosperity, and he who comes up with the ring hastens a wedding in his family.
A Christmas candle left burning in the window all night guarantees the household's good luck in the coming year. If the candles goes out, it is bad luck. |