666 facts for kids
This article is about the year. For the number, see 666 (number).
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 6th century – 7th century – 8th century |
| Decades: | 630s 640s 650s – 660s – 670s 680s 690s |
| Years: | 663 664 665 – 666 – 667 668 669 |
The year 666 was a specific year in history, following the Anno Domini (AD) calendar system. This system counts years from the traditional birth year of Jesus Christ. It was a time when many important events happened, especially in England.
Key Events of 666
New Leaders and Buildings in England
In the year 666, some important changes happened in England, particularly in the Christian church.
- Wighard Becomes Archbishop: Wighard was chosen to become the Archbishop of Canterbury. An archbishop is a very important leader in the Christian church, similar to a main bishop who oversees many churches and religious activities in a large area. Canterbury was, and still is, a very important religious center in England.
- Chertsey Abbey is Built: A new religious building called Chertsey Abbey was constructed in England. An abbey is a type of monastery, which is a place where monks or nuns live, work, and pray together. These abbeys were often centers of learning and community life during this time.
- Barking Abbey is Built: Another important abbey, Barking Abbey, was also built in England during this year. Like Chertsey Abbey, it would have served as a significant religious and cultural center for the local community.
See also
In Spanish: 666 (desambiguación) para niños
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