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A narrative history of the Knights Templar draws on extensive original sources to separate fact from myth, exploring their actual work and influence, the reasons they fell out of favor, and whether or not they were guilty of heresy.
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The Templars: the rise and spectacular fall of God's holy warriors
2017
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0525428305 9780525428305
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Table of Contents
Part I. Pilgrims, c. 1102-1144
A golden basin filled with scorpions
The defense of Jerusalem
A new knighthood
Every good gift
Part II. Soldiers, 1144-1187
A tournament between Heaven and Hell
The mill of war
The godforsaken tower
Power and riches
Troubles in the two lands
Tears of fire
Woe to you, Jerusalem!
Part III. Bankers, 1189-1260
The pursuit of fortune
Nowhere in poverty
Damietta!
Animosity and hatred
Unfurl and raise our banner!
Part IV. Heretics, 1260-1311
A lump in the throat
The city will fall
At the Devil's prompting
Heretical depravity
God will avenge our death
Epilogue: the holy grail.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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