Famous Deaths
- Ibn al-'Arabi, Muslim mystic and philosopher (The Meccan Revelations), dies at 75
- Saint Edmund of Abingdon, English bishop (Archbishop of Canterbury, 1233-40), dies
1240 Highlights
About November 16, 1240
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 780 years, 1 month and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio