Council of Whitby

The Council of Whitby, held in 664 AD, was a significant meeting in Northumbria, England, where church leaders debated how to organize Christian practices. The central issue was whether to follow Roman or Celtic traditions for calculating the date of Easter and other religious practices. The Roman method was ultimately adopted, helping unify Christian practices in England. This decision strengthened ties with the wider Christian world and promoted religious and political unity in the region. The council played a key role in shaping the future of Christianity in England.