The most famous Templar seal shows two knights on a single horse. Many have seen this as a symbol of poverty. But in reality, this choice was highly symbolic: it expressed the spirit of brotherhood, solidarity and humility that animated the Order of the Temple. At the time of the Crusades, the Knights Templar formed a community apart, where the individual took a back seat to the collective. The image of two men sharing the same mount illustrated their mutual commitment: to fight together, live together, die together. A powerful message, in a world dominated by the quest for personal power.
Beneath the armor and the sword, there was a spiritual ideal... and an indestructible brotherhood.
From the Forge to Your Hand: Handcrafted Katanas and Exceptional Swords
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