993 facts for kids

The year 993 was a time in history that happened a long, long time ago. It was a "common year," which means it wasn't a leap year. It started on a Sunday according to the Julian calendar, which was the main calendar used back then.

Events in 993

This year saw some interesting events, especially in the world of religion.

Important Religious News

Saint Ulrich is Honored

• On July 4, a special event happened in the Christian church. A man named Ulrich of Augsburg was officially recognized as a saint. This process is called "canonization." It means the church declared him a holy person.

New Beginnings: Births

This section lists important people who were born in 993.

Notable Births

• Samuel ibn Naghrela: He was born in 993. Later in his life, he became a very important assistant to the Berber king in a place called Granada.

Endings: Deaths

This section remembers important people who passed away in 993.

Notable Deaths

• King Conrad of Burgundy: He was a king who ruled a kingdom called Burgundy. He died in the year 993.

993 in Stories and Games

Sometimes, historical years like 993 inspire authors and game creators.

Fantasy Worlds and History

• The game Dragon Warriors: This is a fantasy role-playing game where players pretend to be characters in a story. The game is set in a make-believe world called "Legend." This world is designed to look a lot like medieval Europe, and the game's story takes place around the year 993.
• The Harry Potter series: In the magical world of Harry Potter, the famous Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was built and founded around this very year, 993.

See also

In Spanish: 993 para niños