The Knights Templar

By A. Bothwell-Gosse

Book Overview

The Knights Templar is a historical non-fiction book written by A. Bothwell-Gosse. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Knights Templar, a medieval Christian military order that existed from the 12th to the 14th century. The author delves into the origins of the order, its rise to power, its role in the Crusades, and its eventual downfall. Through extensive research, Bothwell-Gosse uncovers the inner workings of the order, including its religious beliefs, military tactics, and financial system. He also explores the myths and legends that have surrounded the Knights Templar for centuries, including their supposed involvement in the Holy Grail and their alleged wealth and power.The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both academic and general readers. It includes detailed maps, illustrations, and photographs to help readers visualize the world of the Knights Templar. Overall, The Knights Templar is an informative and fascinating read for anyone interested in medieval history, military strategy, or religious orders.Golden Rule Lodge No. 21, Transaction 1. A little book about the secret society of the Knights Templar. What can be gathered or inferred from the charges made at the trials, from the little known about their secret ceremonies and strange initiations, their monuments and symbols, leads us to believe there was some connection between them and the occult societies of the East. Contents: history; persecution; beliefs and customs as deduced from their confessions; ritual and symbolism; tales and legends; influence of the Order of Freemasonry, modern Knights Templar.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169259561
• ISBN13: 9781169259560
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.0" x 10.0"