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Crusades. Pope Honorius II confirms the Knights
Crusades. Pope Honorius II confirms the Knights Templar Order at the Council of Troyes. Engraving. SPAIN. Barcelona. Biblioteca de Catalunya (National Library of Catalonia)
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Barcelona Biblioteca Catalonia Catalunya Council Crusades Honorius Insides Knights Order Pope Templar Troyes
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In this engraving, we witness a significant moment in the history of the Crusades as Pope Honorius II confirms the Knights Templar Order at the Council of Troyes. The scene takes place in an interior setting, most likely the National Library of Catalonia in Barcelona, Spain, as indicated by the caption. The pope, dressed in his regal attire, sits on a throne, surrounded by clergy and other dignitaries. With a scroll in hand, he bestows his blessing upon the Knights Templar, symbolized by the distinctive white mantle and red cross they wear. The room is filled with a sense of solemnity and importance, with the warm, rich colors of the engraving adding to the overall atmosphere. The Knights Templar, a military order founded in 1119, played a crucial role in the Crusades by providing protection to pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. The confirmation of the order by Pope Honorius II in 1128 marked a turning point in their history, granting them official recognition and legitimacy. This momentous occasion is captured in exquisite detail in this engraving, providing a glimpse into the past and the significant role the Knights Templar played in the Crusades and beyond.
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