Historical Events in 641 AD May 13 Eligius (Saint Eloy) becomes bishop of Doornik-Noyon Jun 9 Arabic/Islamic army contrasts with the Hippo over Alexandria Famous People Who Died in 641 AD Feb 11 Heraclius, emperor of Byzantium (610-641), dies at about 65 Nov 17 Emperor Jomei of Japan (b. 593) 640 AD History by Year 642 AD