Templars Collection

Baphomet by Eliphas Levi - Equilibrium of Opposites
Baphomet - associated with a " Sabbatic Goat" image drawn by Eliphas Levi (shown here), containing binary elements representing the " sum total of the universe" (e.g)

Baphomet - Equilibrium of Opposites
Baphomet - associated with a " Sabbatic Goat" image drawn by Eliphas Levi (on which this illustration is based)

Hugues de Payens, Grand Master of the Knights Templar. Artist: Lehmann, Henri (1814-1882)
Hugues de Payens, Grand Master of the Knights Templar. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Knight Templar Effigy
The effigy of a Knight Templar in a niche in the south wall of St Marys Church in Walkern Hertfordshire. The knight is probably William de Lanvalei II

Philippe IV Le Bel / Anon
PHILIPPE IV LE BEL ( the Fair ) King of France, a ruthless and ambitious ruler who inter alia suppressed the Templars and installed popes at Avignon

Philippe IV Le Bel / Jones
PHILIPPE IV LE BEL ( the Fair ) King of France, a ruthless and ambitious ruler who inter alia suppressed the Templars and installed popes at Avignon

Philippe IV Le Bel
PHILIPPE IV LE BEL ( the Fair ) king of France, a ruthless and ambitious ruler who inter alia suppressed the Templars and installed popes at Avignon

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

Templars (Munchener)

The Council of Vienne, 1311-1312. 19th century (engraving)
7272480 The Council of Vienne, 1311-1312. 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: The Council of Vienne XV. Ecumenical Council convened by Clement V in Vienne)

Castle of Almourol, Portugal (colour litho)
8672875 Castle of Almourol, Portugal (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Castle of Almourol on an island in the River Tagus, Portugal)

Knight templar, 1778 (engraving)
8698467 Knight templar, 1778 (engraving) by Bar, Jacques Charles (1740-1811); (add.info.: Religion. Catholic religion. Knight Templar in war suit. Engraving by J.C)

Spiral in the monastery
Giuseppe Satriani

Crusader and Knight Templar (colour litho)
8672945 Crusader and Knight Templar (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crusader and Knight Templar)

Almourol castle, Portugal (photo)
6436259 Almourol castle, Portugal (photo); (add.info.: Castelo de Almourol or Almourol Castle, Portugal. This 12th century Templar castle stands on a small island in the middle of the Tagus river)

Almourol castle, Portugal (photo)
6436202 Almourol castle, Portugal (photo); (add.info.: Castelo de Almourol or Almourol Castle, Portugal. This 12th century Templar castle stands on a small island in the middle of the Tagus river)

Knights Templars riding into battle
7301582 Knights Templars riding into battle.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Knights Templars riding into battle. From Histoire de France, published 1855.); Photo © Ken Welsh

The Siege of Malta: capture of St Elmo, 23 June 1565, late 16th century (oil on canvas)
7337601 The Siege of Malta: capture of St Elmo, 23 June 1565, late 16th century (oil on canvas) by Aleccio, Matteo Perez d' (c1545-c.1616); 137.2x205.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Scenes from the Legend of Saint Cordula: the apparition before the Knight of St. John..., c
Scenes from the Legend of Saint Cordula: the apparition before the Knight of St. John Ingenbrant, c. 1490-1499. Private Collection

Spiral towards elsewhere
Giuseppe Satriani

Portrait of Maximilian III, Archduke of Austria (1558-1618), known as "the German Master". Private Collection

Archduke Maximilian Francis of Austria (1756-1801), as Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights. Creator: Anonymous
Archduke Maximilian Francis of Austria (1756-1801), as Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights. Private Collection

Archduke Anton Victor of Austria (1779-1835), Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights, c.1830. Creator: Anonymous
Archduke Anton Victor of Austria (1779-1835), Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights, c.1830. Private Collection

Portrait of Gerolamo Venier, Knight of Malta, c. 1580. Creator: Tintoretto, Jacopo (1518-1594)
Portrait of Gerolamo Venier, Knight of Malta, c. 1580. Found in the collection of the Accademia Carrara, Bergamo

Tour du Temple, c. 1795. Creator: Anonymous
Tour du Temple, c. 1795. Found in the collection of the Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Baldwin II and Templars. Miniature from the "Historia" by William of Tyre, 13th century. Creator: Anonymous
Baldwin II and Templars. Miniature from the "Historia" by William of Tyre, 13th century. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Departure of the Templars. From Chronique d'outremer, c. 1280. Creator: Anonymous
Departure of the Templars. From Chronique d'outremer, c. 1280. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

A Knight Templar, ca 1860. Creator: De Doncker (Dedonker), Victor (1827-1881)
A Knight Templar, ca 1860. Private Collection

Ordo templatorum from Liber Chronicarum, 1493. Creator: Wolgemut, Michael (1434-1519)
Ordo templatorum from Liber Chronicarum, 1493. Private Collection

Guillaume de Clermont defending the walls at the Siege of Acre, 1291. Artist: Papety, Dominique (1815-1849)
Guillaume de Clermont defending the walls at the Siege of Acre, 1291. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Knights Templar Seals of 1180, 1203, 1224, 1234, 1845. Artist: Essex, Richard Hamilton
Knights Templar Seals of 1180, 1203, 1224, 1234, 1845. From a private collection

Guy of Lusignan, King of Jerusalem and Cyprus. Artist: Picot, Francois-Edouard (1786-1868)
Guy of Lusignan, King of Jerusalem and Cyprus. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

A street in the old town of Tomar, Santarem District, Estremadura, Portugal

Ponte Velha, the renaissance bridge on Nabao river, with Convento de Cristo (Convent of Christ) on the background, Tomar, Santarem District, Estremadura, Portugal

Facade of the Ponferrada templar castle, built in the 12th century. Castilla y Leon, Spain

The medieval Castle of San Servando near the Tagus River. It was occupied by the Knights Templar. A Unesco World Heritage Site, Toledo. Castilla la Mancha, Spain

The 12th century Templar castle of Almourol, in the middle of an island in the Tagus river, Portugal

The 12th century mighty Templar castle of Almourol at sunset. Portugal

Doncaster IOGT Cycling Club early 1900s

Spain, Ponferrada. Templar castle. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Spain, province of Leon. Castle of Ponferrada. Illustration by Letre. Engraving by Sierra, 19th century. Cronica General de Espana, Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias

Tombs of Knights Templars at Temple church, City of London. Date: 19th century

Shield of the Church, also Petrus Albussanus
7279815 Shield of the Church, also Petrus Albussanus by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shield of the Church, also Petrus Albussanus)

Templars, Knights Templar in war traditional costume (left) and house costume (right), Historical
7279785 Templars, Knights Templar in war traditional costume (left) and house costume (right), Historical by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Templars)

Enclos du Temple, 1450 (engraving)
1733944 Enclos du Temple, 1450 (engraving) by French School; (add.info.: Paris : the " enclos du Temple" (place of the order of Templars), 1450, engraving)

Monzon Castle, where King James spent his infancy, 1143, given to the Knights Templars
IND47263 Monzon Castle, where King James spent his infancy, 1143, given to the Knights Templars by Spanish School; Huesca, Aragon, Spain

Hugues IX (c. 1163-1219) Lusignan defeating Nur al-Din (1116-74) in Syria (wall painting)
XIR181872 Hugues IX (c.1163-1219) Lusignan defeating Nur al-Din (1116-74) in Syria (wall painting) by French School, (12th century); Templar Chapel, Cressac-Saint-Genis

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"The Templars: Guardians of Secrets, Seekers of Equilibrium" Step into the enigmatic world of the Templars, where ancient symbols and hidden knowledge intertwine. Eliphas Levi's masterpiece, "Baphomet, " unveils their pursuit for equilibrium amidst opposing forces. In this captivating artwork, Baphomet stands as a testament to their quest. Hugues de Payens, revered Grand Master of the Knights Templar, is immortalized in Henri Lehmann's striking portrayal. His unwavering leadership guided these noble knights on their sacred mission. The Knight Templar Effigy echoes tales of chivalry and devotion etched in stone. These brave warriors defended Christianity with unyielding loyalty. Philippe IV Le Bel emerges from history's shadows—a controversial figure entangled with the fate of the Templars. Anonymous artists and Jones skillfully capture his powerful presence in vivid depictions that still intrigue us today. With crucifixes adorning their armor, the Templars embodied unwavering faith intertwined with martial prowess. The symbol speaks volumes about their dedication to both God and battle. Munchener's mesmerizing artwork sheds light on an elusive brotherhood shrouded in mystery—their distinctive red crosses emblazoned upon white mantles evoke awe-inspiring reverence even centuries later. Travel back through time to witness Doncaster IOGT Cycling Club pedaling through early 1900s streets—perhaps unknowingly retracing paths once traversed by these legendary knights themselves. Ponferrada's majestic castle rises proudly—an enduring testament to Spain's connection with the Templars. Engraved within its walls are stories waiting to be unraveled—a silent invitation for curious souls seeking answers from times long past. The templars' legacy endures—a tapestry woven with threads of secrecy and enlightenment; they remain forever bound by whispers carried across generations.