Synod of Whitby

The Synod of Whitby was an important meeting held in 664 AD in North Yorkshire, England, where church leaders gathered to decide how to unify the customs of Christianity in Britain, particularly the dating of Easter. The synod brought together representatives of the Roman and Celtic Christian traditions. Ultimately, the Roman traditions were favored, leading to a more standardized Christian practice across England and aligning it more closely with the broader European church. This decision helped strengthen the influence of the Roman Church in England and played a significant role in shaping the future of Christianity in the region.