Product Description
by George Cooper Connor (Author)
Shibboleth: A Templar Monitor is a book written by George Cooper Connor. It is a comprehensive guide to the history, symbolism, and rituals of the Knights Templar, a medieval Christian military order that played a significant role in the Crusades. The book explores the origins of the Templars, their rise to power, and their eventual downfall. It also delves into the beliefs and practices of the Templars, including their secret codes and passwords, which were used to identify members of the order. Shibboleth: A Templar Monitor provides readers with a detailed understanding of the Templars' philosophy and teachings, as well as their role in shaping the history of Europe and the Middle East. The book also includes a wealth of illustrations and diagrams that help to bring the Templars' world to life. Overall, Shibboleth: A Templar Monitor is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Knights Templar or the medieval period in general. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of this secretive order and sheds light on their enduring legacy.1894. Containing monitorial instructions in illustrious Order of the Red Cross, the valiant and magnanimous Order of the Temple, and the religious and military Order of Knights of Malta, together with explanatory notes thereon, as well as the banners and crosses of the Orders. Also, ceremonies for dedicating and consecrating asylums, installation of the officers of the subordinate and grand commanderies, and of the Grand Encampment; also the burial service, music, forms for trials, rituals for divine worship, conclaves of sorrow, and the Christmas observance, etc.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
