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Yule had previously been celebrated on midwinter night for three nights, according to the saga.

Haakon planned that when he had solidly established himself and held power over the whole country, he would then " have the gospel preached.

" According to the saga, the result of this was that his popularity caused many to allow themselves to be baptized, and some people stopped making sacrifices.

Haakon spent most of this time in Trondheim, Norway.

When Haakon believed that he wielded enough power, he requested a bishop and other priests from England, and they came to Norway.

Upon their arrival, " Haakon made it known that he would have the gospel preached in the whole country.

" The saga continues describing the reactions of various regional things as they differ the matter to one another.