Here is some information that is real news to me, provided by Noah and Ryan, in regard to a legimate claiment to the title Militia Templi Christi Pauperum Millitum Ordo, or Knights Templar. And yes, this is very legit, a … Continue reading
Another attempt at milking modern Templar research for all its worth. I hate to be so templar-cynical. I guess I am jaded. I will not resurrect the Chinon journalistic fiasco. I promise. I will admit that I am very interested … Continue reading
A blessed Easter to all. I remembered all my readers this evening at the Easter Vigil at St. Mary Majors. This is a repost from several years ago. Crucem Sanctam subiit A military chant from the Knights Templars (the real … Continue reading
Crucem Sanctam subiit A military chant from the Knights Templars (the real ones) in honor of the Resurrection and Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem Latin and English Lyrics He bore the holy cross who shattered hell He was girded with power He … Continue reading
Chivalry is a code of honor that developed out of the military culture of the ancient world. Literally the word means “cavalry.” Over time military action and the moral code that governed it became synonymous so that the order of … Continue reading
Considering the fact that I have blogged quite a bit on the Templars in the past, I thought I might be obliged to take time out from my book to write something about the reptile, Anders Behring Breivik, who claims … Continue reading
Thanks for all those who participated in the discussion last night. I have decided to make some videos on the subject. I will be posting the first in the next couple of days. Here is what to expect (a video … Continue reading
Okay, that is a bit of grandstanding, I admit. But now that I have your attention send me an email so I can hook you electronically in to the discussion beginning at 8:10 pm tomorrow night and we will have … Continue reading
Yesterday, I made a phenomenal discovery—or at least I think it is. I was looking on YouTube for any tracks from an CD of Ensemble Organum called Chante Corse, which are Franciscan chants from 17-18 century Corsica. I always loved … Continue reading
My last full day in Fatima, Father Peter, Father Andre, Fra Solanus and a local Fatima friend of the friars, Leo Madigan had an opportunity to visit the Convento de Cristo, a very imposing Knights Templar Castle less than an … Continue reading
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