Publisher's Synopsis
The Templars' Chart or Hieroglyphic Monitor is a book written by Jeremy Ladd Cross in 1852. The book contains all the emblems and hieroglyphics used by the Knights Templar, a medieval Christian military order that played a significant role in the Crusades. The book serves as a guide to understanding the symbolism and meaning behind the Templars' emblems and hieroglyphics. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of the Knights Templar and their role in the Crusades. It also discusses the symbolism behind their emblems and hieroglyphics, including the famous red cross on a white background. The second part of the book is a collection of illustrations of the Templars' emblems and hieroglyphics. Each illustration is accompanied by a description of its meaning and significance. The book includes over 100 illustrations, making it a comprehensive guide to the symbolism used by the Knights Templar. Overall, The Templars' Chart or Hieroglyphic Monitor is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and symbolism of the Knights Templar. It provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of this mysterious and influential medieval order.Explained In The Valiant And Magnanimous Orders Of Knights Of The Red Cross.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
