0s BC facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium BC |
| Centuries: | 2nd century BC – 1st century BC – 1st century |
| Decades: | 30s BC 20s BC 10s BC – 0s BC – 0s 10s 20s |
| Years: | 9 BC 8 BC 7 BC 6 BC 5 BC 4 BC 3 BC 2 BC 1 BC |
| Categories: | Births – Deaths – Architecture Establishments – Disestablishments |
The 0s BC was a very special decade in history. It was the ten years right before the year 1 AD, which is when people traditionally believe Jesus Christ was born. This decade is sometimes called the "last decade BC" because it leads directly into the "AD" years.
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What Was the 0s BC?
The 0s BC refers to the years from 9 BC to 1 BC. It's a bit confusing because there isn't a year "0" in the calendar system we use today. Instead, the year 1 BC is followed immediately by the year 1 AD. This decade was a time when the powerful Roman Empire was growing and changing the world around the Mediterranean Sea.
Key Events of the Decade
The Birth of Jesus
- Around 4 BC? – Many historians believe that Jesus was born in Bethlehem during this decade. The exact year is not known for sure, which is why you often see "circa" (meaning "around" or "about") before the date. His birth is a very important event for many people around the world.
Roman Empire's Influence
During the 0s BC, the Roman Empire was led by Augustus, who was the first Roman emperor. He had a lot of power and helped bring a time of peace called the Pax Romana (Roman Peace). Even though this decade was before the official start of the Roman Peace, Augustus was already working to make the empire strong and stable.
Images for kids
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Albrecht Altdorfer's painting the Adoration of the Magi (made ca. 1530) is one of several works of art concerning the Navity of Jesus. Though Jesus's exact birthdate is unknown (other than it would have occurred sometime during this decade)
