
Our Calendar The Julian calendar and its errors. How corrected by the Gregorian. Rules for finding the dominical letter, and the day of the week of any event from the days of Julius Caesar 46 B.C. to the year of our Lord four thousand; a new and easy method of fixing the date of Easter. Hebrew calendar; showing the correspondence in the date of events recorded in the Bible with our present Gregorian calendar. Illustrated by valuable tables and charts.
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In an era marked by the quest for precision in timekeeping, "Our Calendar" by George Nichols Packer explores the pivotal transition from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar. This comprehensive document not only addresses the inherent errors of the Julian system but also presents a new method for determining the date of Easter, a crucial aspect for Christians worldwide. With detailed tables and charts, Packer illuminates the correspondence between the Hebrew calendar and significant biblical events, enriching our understanding of historical timelines. Ideal for historians, students, and civic activists, this work serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the mathematical and cultural implications of calendar systems. Discover the intricacies of timekeeping and its profound impact on our lives.