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Gregorian (CAL_2)
DGIF baseline 2026-1, the latest. Earlier baselines: timemap.
RDF: cal_2.ttl
- Name
gregorian- Attribute
- CAL Calendar System
- Definition
- A solar calendar developed and introduced by the Catholic Church, principally in order to re-align the observance of Easter with astronomical events.
- Description
- An undated lunar structure within the Gregorian calendar is used to schedule religious holidays but may be ignored when the calendar is used in civil settings. The Gregorian calendar was introduced by Papal Bull ("Inter Gravissimas") in February 1582 C.E.
- Accepted
- 2021-01-03
- Defined by
- IPHG/VMST
- Allowed for
Source: DGIF 2026-1 QEA model, DGIWG. Standard: DGIWG 206-3. Licence: CC BY 4.0, © DGIWG.