1736day.year
The Lebanese Council of 1736 begins, a major turning point in the reform of the Maronite Church. In the following three days, the assembled Maronite and Latin clergy presided by Yusuf ibn Siman as-Simani discuss various reforms and elaborate rules and canons.
The 1736 Lebanese Council gathered Maronite and Latin clergy to implement major reforms, codifying canons for the Maronite Church.
In 1736, the Lebanese Council convened Maronite and Latin clergy under the leadership of Yusuf ibn Siman as-Simani to enact comprehensive reforms. Over three days, participants debated ecclesiastical structures, doctrinal clarifications, and disciplinary canons. The council codified liturgical rites and established guidelines for clergy education and parish governance. It also addressed the relationship between the Maronite hierarchy and the wider Catholic Church. These reforms strengthened the Maronite community and helped shape its modern identity.
1736
Lebanese Council of 1736
Maronite Church
Yusuf ibn Siman as-Simani
1906day.year
The Royal Galician Academy, the Galician language's biggest linguistic authority, starts working in La Coruña, Spain.
The Royal Galician Academy, the principal authority on the Galician language, was established in La Coruña to promote and regulate the regional tongue.
Established on 30 September 1906, the Real Academia Galega in La Coruña became the foremost institution dedicated to the preservation and study of the Galician language. The academy was founded by leading scholars and writers who sought to standardize orthography and promote literary production in Galician. At a time when regional languages in Spain faced marginalization, the academy’s work represented a cultural renaissance for Galicia. It organized linguistic research, published dictionaries and grammar manuals, and supported educational initiatives. Over the years, the institution played a key role in reviving Galician literature and fostering a sense of regional identity. Its efforts contributed to the recognition of Galician as an official language of autonomous Galicia. Today, the Royal Galician Academy continues to oversee language policy and scholarly studies, ensuring the vitality of Galician across generations.
1906
Royal Galician Academy
1907day.year
The McKinley National Memorial, the final resting place of assassinated U.S. President William McKinley and his family, is dedicated in Canton, Ohio.
The McKinley National Memorial was dedicated in Canton, Ohio, as the mausoleum honoring President William McKinley and his family.
On 30 September 1907, the McKinley National Memorial was formally dedicated in Canton, Ohio, as the final resting place of President William McKinley, his wife Ida, and their daughter Katherine. Designed by architect Harold Van Buren Magonigle, the structure features a classical mausoleum surrounded by reflecting pools and gardens. Funded by both public subscriptions and congressional appropriations, the memorial cost over $600,000 to construct. It stands on a hill overlooking the city McKinley represented as governor, symbolizing his legacy and dedication to public service. Thousands of citizens gathered for the dedication ceremony, reflecting the nation's mourning and reverence for the fallen president. The site also serves as a museum, preserving McKinley’s personal effects and promoting historical education. Today, the McKinley National Memorial remains a place of pilgrimage for those wishing to honor his memory and contributions to American history.
1907
McKinley National Memorial
2005day.year
Controversial drawings of Muhammad are printed in a Danish newspaper.
A Danish newspaper publishes controversial cartoons of Muhammad, igniting global protests over freedom of expression and religious respect.
On September 30, 2005, the Danish daily Jyllands-Posten began printing editorial cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad. The publication aimed to contribute to debate on self-censorship and freedom of speech. Many Muslim communities considered the images blasphemous, leading to diplomatic tensions and protests across the Muslim world. Demonstrations ranged from peaceful rallies to violent clashes, resulting in boycotts of Danish products. The controversy sparked discussions on the balance between free expression and respect for religious beliefs. It had lasting impacts on media ethics and minority rights debates in Europe and beyond.
2005
Controversial drawings of Muhammad