509 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
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| Centuries: | 5th century – 6th century – 7th century |
| Decades: | 470s 480s 490s – 500s – 510s 520s 530s |
| Years: | 506 507 508 – 509 – 510 511 512 |
The year 509 AD was a time in history when many important events were happening around the world. While specific details for every single day of 509 are not always known, we can look at some of the key people who were born during this period. This year was part of the early Middle Ages, a time of big changes in Europe, Asia, and other parts of the world.
Important People Born in 509
During the year 509, two notable people were born who would later become very important in their respective cultures.
Emperor Kimmei
One of the people born in 509 was Emperor Kimmei. He later became the 29th emperor of Japan. Emperors in Japan were the leaders of the country. Emperor Kimmei ruled Japan for many years until his death in 571. His reign was an important time for Japan as it continued to develop its culture and government.
Adi Shankara
Another important person born around this time was Adi Shankara. He was a very famous Indian philosopher and religious leader. Adi Shankara is known for his teachings and for helping to shape one of the main schools of thought in Hinduism. His ideas have influenced many people throughout history.
Images for kids
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King Clovis I by François-Louis Dejuinne (1835)
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