The Order of the Temple was founded in 1118 to ensure the safekeeping of the Holy Places and protect pilgrimage routes. The Order reached its peak in the 13th century.
The Knights Templar considered themselves Knights of God, the honor of the Church and Christianity.
Their motto, both for entering combat and for initiating any action to help others, was:
NON NOBIS, DOMINE, NON NOBIS, SED TUO NOMINI DA GLORIAM. "Give glory, not to us, Lord, not to us, but to your name."
They were a very well-organized military force and formed the shock troops in all the Crusades. In attack, they were in the vanguard, and in retreats, in the rearguard. For a century, they ensured the effective governance of the Latin Kingdom of Constantinople. They paid no taxes, tribute, or tolls, obeyed only the Pope, and had possessions throughout Europe and the Middle East.
Excellent Templar Dagger from MARTO's Exclusive "Collection of Historical Daggers."
Certificate of Quality and Origin. Made in Toledo.