The rise and fall of the Templar Order constitutes a fundamental and decisive episode in medieval history, and the destruction of the Order constitutes a pivotal point that fundamentally altered the direction of society. While much is known about the history of the Templar Order in France, home of its chief commandery in Paris, and in the Latin States of the Middle East, their contribution to events on the Iberian peninsula has until now remained obscure and unexplored. Renowned Templar scholar Juan Garcia Atienza revels here the important role the Templars played in the Reconquista that saw the Moors driven out of Spain and demonstrates the great influence the exerted in the Kingdoms of Castille and Navarre and the territories of Catalonia and Aragon. He examines the mysterious connections between the Templars and the Cathars and troubadours as well as the mystery surrounding the location of all the Templar enclaves in the Iberian Peninsula. He also unveils the important role the Templars had as teachers of the Spanish king James I, known as the conqueror, whose attempt to establish a universal theocratic empire may have been a reflection of Templar ambitions, and explores the Order's suppression in Spain and how it survived in Portugal by simply changing its name.
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" . . . one of the best Templar books available today. An excellent and erudite read, with a central focus on Templar history in Spain, you will not find a better tome than this one."--Michael Lohr, " Renaissance Magazine", Vol. 12, No. 3, Issue 55
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Juan Garc Atienza is the author of more than 30 books examining various enigmas of the Middle Ages and is considered one of the leading Spanish experts on the Templars and the mystery traditions. He lives in Spain.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By John Foster
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The history of the Knights Templar in Spain is facinating, as it sheds more light on these knights. They tried to help the Cathars and the Muslims so that they could all live in peace. When they had to fight they did so with ferocity and guile. They helped found the Kingdom of Portugal, the Kings on the Iberian peninsula were grateful to have the knights in their kindom, so much so that the Templars were not persecuted as were the French Knights. The Author has obviously done his research and the book is easy to read and digest. This book helps towards putting the pieces together of the history of the Knight Templar and their influence throughout the kingdoms they touched.
By EOtti
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An interesting reading. I at least had'nt given to much thought about KT involvements on the Iberian peninsula before, so I found in this work an interesing reading. Some of the Authors conclusion did'nt winn me over, but the work is a good reading and can be recommended.
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There has never been another organization in history that has cast such a mysterious shadow over the human psyche than the Knights Templar.'Now, renowned Templar scholar and historian Juan Garcia Atienza has written the definitive book on the Templar's activities in the Iberian Peninsula, exploring the crucial role the Templars played in the Reconquista, the pivotal event that drove the Moors from Spain. Atienza also discusses the dramatic influence the Templars had in the kingdoms of Castile and Navarre, as well as the territories of Catalonia and Aragon.
''Atienza investigates the mysterious connection between the Templars and many aspects of the medieval world. Did the Templars learn great secrets while on the throne of Jerusalem? What connection did they have with the Kings of Portugal and why did they associate themselves with the heretical Cathar order? What did the Templars have to do with the creation of the troubadour movement of Spain? Why were they really excommunicated from the Catholic Church and where did they hide their fabled treasure? The Knights Templar in the Golden Age of Spain attempts to answer all these puzzling questions.
''With the success of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code, the market has been flooded with books about the Templars, some good, some terrible. Fortunately, The Knights Templar in the Golden Age of Spain is one of the best Templar books available today on Templar history in Spain.
--Michael Lohr
Mysteries Magazine issue #20
''Atienza investigates the mysterious connection between the Templars and many aspects of the medieval world. Did the Templars learn great secrets while on the throne of Jerusalem? What connection did they have with the Kings of Portugal and why did they associate themselves with the heretical Cathar order? What did the Templars have to do with the creation of the troubadour movement of Spain? Why were they really excommunicated from the Catholic Church and where did they hide their fabled treasure? The Knights Templar in the Golden Age of Spain attempts to answer all these puzzling questions.
''With the success of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code, the market has been flooded with books about the Templars, some good, some terrible. Fortunately, The Knights Templar in the Golden Age of Spain is one of the best Templar books available today on Templar history in Spain.
--Michael Lohr
Mysteries Magazine issue #20
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Knights Templar
9 Jan 2007
By Carmen Iris
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I have read many books about the Knights Templar. Yet, I was surprised when I read this book about their history in Spain. Other books I have read focus on other countries with no mention of Spain. It expanded my knowledge of the Knights Templar, knowledge that had been repressed for centuries. To my suprise, I discovered links to some of my ancestors. I had suspected it for a while as some of my geneology research seemed to point to it. Very interesting. I give it 4 stars only because I have read others that are less tedious to read, but anyone truly interested in the Knights Templars needs to read it.
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I'll Put It This Way: The Book Would Have Been Better In Spanish
13 July 2007
By C. Bennett
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I'm not one to enjoy speculation or the strange theories authors come up with to explain things. So, if you're like me, this book wasn't worthy of note. However, because the book does go into Templar interests, castles, and activities in Spain, it's worth looking into.
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