Le procès des Templiers, Tome II. by Jules Michelet

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Editor Michelet, Jules, 1798-1874
Title Le procès des Templiers, Tome II.
Note Reading ease score: 26.4 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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Summary "Le procès des Templiers, Tome II" by Jules Michelet is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the trial of the Knights Templar, exploring both the legal proceedings against the order and the testimonies of its members. By examining the intricacies of this notorious case, the book sheds light on the larger context of medieval religious and political conflicts. The opening of the text introduces the complicated nature of the Templar trials, focusing on a series of witness testimonies given by former members of the order. Various individuals recount their experiences of being welcomed into the Templar fold, emphasizing the vows of obedience and poverty they took. At the same time, the testimonies reveal an alarming pattern of forced confessions and sacrilegious acts attributed to the order, leading to a broader discussion about the coexistence of faith, manipulation, and the pursuit of power that culminated in the Templars' dramatic downfall. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Latin
LoC Class CR: History: Heraldry
Subject Inquisition -- France
Subject Templars -- France
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EBook-No. 22920
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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