The Knights Templar: A Tale of Intrigue and Idolatry (Finding the Faith Ep. 16)

The Knights Templar: A Tale of Intrigue and Idolatry (Finding the Faith Ep. 16)

The Knights Templar, established around 1119, began as a medieval Christian military order dedicated to safeguarding pilgrims journeying to the Holy Land during the Crusades.

Founded by Hugues de Payens and other knights, they set up their headquarters on Jerusalem's Temple Mount.

The Templars quickly gained influence, amassing wealth and power across Europe and the Levant.

Their innovative financial practices, military prowess, and spiritual devotion allowed them to become a formidable force.

However, accusations of heresy and political intrigue led to their downfall in the early 14th century, as King Philip IV of France sought to dissolve the order.

Despite their disbandment, the legacy of the Knights Templar endures, capturing the imagination through legends, conspiracy theories, and their enduring impact on history.

Tonight we dive into a primer on what the Knight's Templar is, and how it connects to idolatry, heresy, and conspiracy.