313 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 3rd century – 4th century – 5th century |
| Decades: | 280s 290s 300s – 310s – 320s 330s 340s |
| Years: | 310 311 312 – 313 – 314 315 316 |
The year 313 (CCCXIII) was an important time in history. It was a common year that started on a Thursday in the Julian calendar. Many big changes happened, especially for the Roman Empire and the Christian religion.
Key Events of 313
Roman Empire Changes
Religious Freedom for All
On February 3, a very important rule was made. It was called the Edict of Milan. The Roman emperors, Constantine the Great and Licinius, agreed on it. This rule said that everyone in the Roman Empire could choose their own religion. It officially stopped the harsh treatment of Christians. This was a huge step for religious freedom.
Battles and New Emperors
Emperor Maximinus II was a ruler in the Roman Empire. He fought a battle near a place called Bosporus.
Later, on April 30, a big fight happened at the Battle of Tzirallum. Emperor Licinius won against his rival, Maximinus II. After this victory, Licinius became the sole Emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire. Maximinus II sadly died while trying to escape to Nicomedia.
Changes in Asia
New Emperor in China
On March 14, a sad event happened in China. Emperor Jin Huidi was killed by Liu Cong. Liu Cong was the ruler of a state called Han Zhao.
After this, a young prince became the new emperor. Crown prince Jin Mindi was only 13 years old. He became the new ruler of the Jin Dynasty.
Important Topics of 313
New Buildings and Art
The famous Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine was finished in Rome. This building, also known as the Basilica Nova, was a very large and impressive structure. It showed the amazing building skills of the Romans.
Religion and Beliefs
In 313, Emperors Constantine I and Licinius officially accepted Christianity. This meant Christians could now practice their faith openly.
On October 2, a meeting called the Lateran Synod took place. During this meeting, a group called Donatism was declared a heresy. This meant their beliefs were seen as wrong by the main Christian church.
Also, a man named Arius began to teach new ideas about Jesus. He focused on the human side of Jesus. These teachings would later lead to many discussions within the Christian faith.
People Born in 313
- Didymus the Blind: He was a smart theologian from Alexandria. (This is an estimated date.)
- Shi Hong: He became an emperor of the Chinese Jie state. (He died in 334.)
People Who Died in 313
- Achillas: He was the Patriarch of Alexandria, a leader in the church.
- Dowager Zhang: She was an empress of the Xiongnu state (Han Zhao).
- March 14 – Jin Huidi: He was the Chinese emperor of the Jin Dynasty. (He was born in 284.)
- Maximinus II: He was a Roman Emperor. (He was born in 270.)
- Zhang Huiguang: She was an empress of the Xiongnu state (Han Zhao).
See also
In Spanish: 313 para niños
