Templars & Crucifix
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Templars & Crucifix
According to the historian Michelet, each Templar recruit was required to spit or trample on the Crucifix, as a symbol of his rejection of Jesus
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Crucifix Historian Jesus Knights Michelet Orders Recruit Rejection Required Spit Symbol Templar Templars Trample
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: The Controversial Rite of Initiation: Templars and the Crucifix This evocative image depicts a scene from the turbulent history of the Knights Templar, one of the most enigmatic and controversial military-religious orders of the Middle Aages. According to the renowned French historian Jules Michelet, each new recruit was required to perform a symbolic act of rejection towards the Crucifix as part of their initiation rite. The Templars, established in 1119, rose to prominence as protectors of the Holy Land during the Crusades. Their power and influence grew significantly over the centuries, leading to both admiration and suspicion from the Church and secular powers. Michelet's theory, though controversial, sheds light on the mysterious rituals that may have bound the Templars together. In this image, a Templar knight is shown spitting on the Crucifix, while another tramples on it with his foot. The act is said to represent the knights' rejection of material possessions and worldly attachments, symbolizing their dedication to the order and their pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Despite the controversy surrounding Michelet's claims, this image powerfully encapsulates the intrigue and complexities of the Templar legacy. The juxtaposition of the sacred Crucifix and the stern, armored figures of the Templars underscores the paradoxical nature of their order - a blend of military might and spiritual devotion. This photograph print from Mary Evans Picture Library offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of history, inviting us to ponder the complexities of religious symbolism, power, and the human quest for meaning.
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