Ecclesiastical Knights
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Ecclesiastical Knights
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Author : Sam Zeno Conedera
language : en
Publisher: Fordham Univ Press
Release Date : 2015-05-01
Ecclesiastical Knights written by Sam Zeno Conedera and has been published by Fordham Univ Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-05-01 with History categories.
“Warrior monks”—the misnomer for the Iberian military orders that emerged on the frontiers of Europe in the twelfth century—have long fascinated general readers and professional historians alike. Proposing “ecclesiastical knights” as a more accurate name and conceptual model—warriors animated by ideals and spiritual currents endorsed by the church hierarchy—author Sam Zeno Conedera presents a groundbreaking study of how these orders brought the seemingly incongruous combination of monastic devotion and the practice of warfare into a single way of life. Providing a detailed study of the military-religious vocation as it was lived out in the Orders of Santiago, Calatrava, and Alcantara in Leon-Castile during the first century, Ecclesiastical Knights provides a valuable window into medieval Iberia. Filling a gap in the historiography of the medieval military orders, Conedera defines, categorizes, and explains these orders, from their foundations until their spiritual decline in the early fourteenth century, arguing that that the best way to understand their spirituality is as a particular kind of consecrated knighthood. Because these Iberian military orders were belligerents in the Reconquest, Ecclesiastical Knights informs important discussions about the relations between Western Christianity and Islam in the Middle Ages. Conedera examines how the military orders fit into the religious landscape of medieval Europe through the prism of knighthood, and how their unique conceptual character informed the orders and spiritual self-perception. The religious observances of all three orders were remarkably alike, except that the Cistercian-affiliated orders were more demanding and their members could not marry. Santiago, Calatrava, and Alcantara shared the same essential mission and purpose: the defense and expansion of Christendom understood as an act of charity, expressed primarily through fighting and secondarily through the care of the sick and the ransoming of captives. Their prayers were simple and their penances were aimed at knightly vices and the preservation of military discipline. Above all, the orders valued obedience. They never drank from the deep wellsprings of monasticism, nor were they ever meant to. Offering an entirely fresh perspective on two difficult and closely related problems concerning the military orders—namely, definition and spirituality—author Sam Zeno Conedera illuminates the religious life of the orders, previously eclipsed by their military activities.
The Ecclesiastical Orders Of Knighthood
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Author : James Herman Van der Veldt
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1956
The Ecclesiastical Orders Of Knighthood written by James Herman Van der Veldt and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1956 with Orders of knighthood and chivalry, Papal categories.
Knights Of Christ
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Author : Terence Wise
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2012-04-20
Knights Of Christ written by Terence Wise and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-20 with History categories.
The ancient warrior code which persisted in medieval Christian Europe dictated that a man's greatest virtues were physical strength, skill at arms, bravery, daring, loyalty to the chieftain and solidarity within the tribe. The primitive Church had been diametrically opposed to such ideals, however by the early 8th century the Church had grown wealthy, and the Saracen invasions of Spain and France posed a threat to that wealth. The Roman Church began to support war in defence of the faith, and by channelling the martial spirit into the service of God, the brutal warrior of the past was transformed into a guardian of society.
The Teutonic Knights
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Author : Charles River Editors
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2017-06-27
The Teutonic Knights written by Charles River Editors and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-06-27 with categories.
*Includes pictures *Includes contemporary accounts of the Knights, their leaders, and their history *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading "Women and children were taken captive; What a jolly medley could be seen: Many a woman could be seen, Two children tied to her body, One behind and one in front; On a horse without spurs Barefoot had they ridden here; The heathens were made to suffer: Many were captured and in every case, Were their hands tied together They were led off, all tied up - Just like hunting dogs." - Austrian poet Peter Suchenwirt As the dissipating fog gave way to an unnerving sight, the mass of frightening figures clad head to toe in gleaming armor would have been enough to take anyone's breath away. Some of them were mounted on the backs of handsome stallions, while others leaned forward with squared shoulders, ready to attack. In one swift motion, the men unsheathe their swords and raise it over their heads, their weapons winking as the glare of the sunlight bounces off the blade. To the somewhat trained eye, these warriors in Norman-inspired gear would have appeared to be one of the Crusader forces, but it is that bold black cross painted across their chests and shields that give them away. These men were none other than the fabled Teutonic Knights. The knights of the Teutonic Order have since been compared to the surreal creature that appeared to the biblical Ezekiel, one that bore 2 faces - one of a man's, and one of a lion's. The human side of the creature is said to symbolize the order's charity, whereas the lion was a metaphor for its valor and gallant spirit, which they relied on to vanquish the heathens of the world. Like other secretive groups, the mystery surrounding the Teutonic Knights has helped their legacy endure. While some conspiracy theorists attempt to tie the group to other alleged secret socities like the Illuminati, other groups have tried to assert connections with the Teutonic Knights to bolster their own credentials. Who they were and what they had in their possession continue to be a source of great intrigue even among non-historical circles. The Teutonic Knights: The History and Legacy of the Catholic Church's Most Famous Military Order explores the brotherhood's origins, the highs and lows of its conquests, as well as the chinks in the armor that led to the order's inevitable tumble from the top. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about the Teutonic Knights like never before.
The History Of The Knights Templars The Temple Church And The Temple
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Author : Charles Greenstreet Addison
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1842
The History Of The Knights Templars The Temple Church And The Temple written by Charles Greenstreet Addison and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1842 with categories.
The Teutonic Knights
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Author : Conrad Bauer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-09-21
The Teutonic Knights written by Conrad Bauer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-21 with categories.
The Teutonic Knights are said to be the toughest warriors the Catholic church ever had during the crusades! Discover how this Catholic order has influenced history and even, the present times. The Teutonic Knights may receive less attention than the other two Catholic orders of Crusaders--the Hospitallers and the Knights Templar--but their history is just as storied and complex as that of their monastic peers. They were founded in the Middle Eastern fortress of Acre in 1190 AD, and the duress of this war-torn pressure cooker developed in the Teutonic Knights a ferocity that has rarely been matched. The Teutonic Knights were tough--so tough that on some occasions just the sight of their heavy armor, huge broadswords, and helmets with horns reaching to the sky was enough to send their enemies into a full-blown panic.Here in this book, we will explore the finer points of this mysterious order. We will cover who the knights are, where they came from, and where they may go in the foreseeable future. From the Crusades of Acre to the battlefields of World War Two, to the Teutonic organizations of today, we leave no stone unturned as we tell the story of this intrepid group of fighting monks. Come along with us as we delve into the history of the Catholic Church's most powerful warriors. Scroll back up and order your copy today!
The History Of The Knights Templars The Temple Church And The Temple
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Author : Charles G. Addison, ESQ.
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2016-12-28
The History Of The Knights Templars The Temple Church And The Temple written by Charles G. Addison, ESQ. and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-12-28 with History categories.
Detailing the entire history of the famous order of the Knights Templar this account goes right from the formation during the first crusades all the way to the apparent dissolution centuries later. Although many believe the order to still exist the history gives a different account although fraternities such as the Freemasons keep the name and traditions alive.
The History Of The Knights Templars
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Author : Charles G. Addison
language : en
Publisher: Sanzani Edizioni
Release Date : 2023-12-27
The History Of The Knights Templars written by Charles G. Addison and has been published by Sanzani Edizioni this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-12-27 with History categories.
The history of the Knights Templars is a remarkable story of triumphs and defeats, marked with controversies and tragedy. From their rise to their demise, Charles G. Addison captivatingly chronicles the various characters that played a role in shaping this powerful military order that reigned for almost two centuries during the Middle Ages. Having examined scores of documents and texts, and traveled to many of the ruined fortresses and castles of the order, Addison was an expert on the Templars’ history. He insightfully details their plight in this volume, first published in 1842. Starting with the origins of the brotherhood, the foundations and ideals of the order, and their chosen symbol of the red cross, the author explains their role in protecting pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land, their feats during the Crusades, the relationships they held with various kings and church leaders, their contributions to protecting Europe from Turkish conquest and preserving Christianity in Europe and Asia, and their tragic end: stripped of their lands, tortured, and burned at the stake.
The Church Of The Knights Templars In London
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Author : George Worley
language : en
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Release Date : 2015-06-02
The Church Of The Knights Templars In London written by George Worley and has been published by Forgotten Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-06-02 with Architecture categories.
Excerpt from The Church of the Knights Templars in London: A Description of the Fabric and Its Contents, With a Short History of the Order The history of the Knights Templars and their architectural work is distributed over many volumes by many writers, English and foreign, ancient and modern. My duty has chiefly been to collect the scattered material, and to condense it within a handbook subject to the necessary limitations of a series. It has been impossible to include the long bibliography drawn upon in the compilation; but a list is appended of the most modern and accessible books to which the reader may be referred for more detailed information than is here given him on particular parts of the extensive subject. Of these it would be unpardonable not to make special mention of the works by my immediate predecessors, viz., Mr. T. Henry Baylis, K.C., and Mr. Hugh H. L. Bellot, M.A., B.C.L., the first of whom has devoted himself more particularly to the ecclesiastical, and the second to the legal and literary associations of the Temple, each having materially reduced the labours of any one attempting to follow his example. The historic study has been supplemented by repeated visits to the Temple Church, in order to verify previous accounts, and occasionally to correct them, by actual measurement and observation. Here the verger in daily attendance, Mr. A. F. Stone, has given me much useful help, and called attention to certain "unconsidered trifles" which are probably here described for the first time. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Knights Of Christ
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Author : Terence Wise
language : en
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Release Date : 1984-11-22
Knights Of Christ written by Terence Wise and has been published by Osprey Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984-11-22 with History categories.
The ancient warrior code which persisted in medieval Christian Europe dictated that a man's greatest virtues were physical strength, skill at arms, bravery, daring, loyalty to the chieftain and solidarity within the tribe. The primitive Church had been diametrically opposed to such ideals, however by the early 8th century the Church had grown wealthy, and the Saracen invasions of Spain and France posed a threat to that wealth. The Roman Church began to support war in defence of the faith, and by channelling the martial spirit into the service of God, the brutal warrior of the past was transformed into a guardian of society.