The Connection Between The Templars And Gnosticism

By Hargrave Jennings

Book Overview

The book titled ""The Connection Between The Templars And Gnosticism"" by Jennings, Hargrave explores the history and possible links between the Knights Templar and Gnosticism. The book delves into the origins of the Knights Templar, their role in the Crusades, and their eventual downfall at the hands of King Philip IV of France. The author then explores the beliefs and practices of Gnosticism, an ancient religious movement that emphasized the importance of direct personal experience of the divine. The book examines the possibility that the Templars were influenced by Gnostic ideas and that these ideas played a role in their downfall. The author also explores the connections between the Templars and other esoteric traditions, such as alchemy and the Kabbalah. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating look into the history of the Templars and the possible influence of Gnosticism on their beliefs and practices. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Knights Templar or the esoteric traditions of the Middle Ages.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Rosicrucians: Their Rites and Mysteries, by Hargrave Jennings. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591182.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162829826
• ISBN13: 9781162829821
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 22 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"