Entity: TEMPLAR
Templar refers to a member of a religious military order established in the early 12th century in Jerusalem for the protection of pilgrims and the Holy Sepulcher. The Templars were known for their military prowess and dedication to their cause.
TEMPLAR
Etymology
The term 'Templar' originates from the Knights Templar, a religious military order established in Jerusalem in the early 12th century.
Definition
A Templar refers to a knight of a religious military order dedicated to protecting pilgrims and the Holy Sepulcher.
Historical Context
The Templars were founded during the Crusades and played a significant role in the military campaigns of the time. They were known for their military prowess and dedication to their cause.
Cultural Significance
The Templars have been romanticized in popular culture, appearing in various works of fiction, such as the game Assassin's Creed, where they are portrayed as a Christian group of knights with a goal of creating a 'better world'.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include the Knights Hospitallers and the Crusades, which were historical events closely intertwined with the Templars.
See Also
- Knights Hospitallers
- Crusades
A knight of a religious military order established in the early 12th century in Jerusalem for the protection of pilgrims and the Holy Sepulcher.