Historical Events tagged with "calendar"
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Pope Gregory XIII Reforms the Calendar
Pope Gregory XIII issued the papal bull 'Inter gravissimas' to reform the calendar used in the Catholic Church, marking the introduction of the Gregorian calendar. This reform addressed inaccuracies in the Julian calendar, specifically regarding the calculation of leap years and the timing of Easter. The new calendar aimed to realign the dates with the vernal equinox and ensure that important Christian events were celebrated at the correct time. The reformation was crucial for the Church, which sought to correct the drifting of the calendar due to the Julian system's shortcomings.
Continue ReadingBeginning of the Bostran Era in Arabia Petraea
The Bostran era marked a new calendar system for Arabia Petraea, establishing a timeline based on local governance. Introduced in the city of Bostra, it aimed to create a standardized dating method for administrative and civic purposes, facilitating trade and regional coordination. This initiative was crucial due to the area's diverse populations and the need for a unified method for record-keeping and taxation, reflecting the political awareness of local leaders.
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