Rise of the Templars
The Templars emerged as a unique blend of military and monastic life, gaining respect through their protection of pilgrims. Their significant growth began with the establishment of a formal set of rules in 1128, leading to widespread support and donations. A pivotal moment came in 1139 when the pope granted them extraordinary privileges, including direct reporting to the papacy and exemption from local taxes, fundamentally transforming their role in the medieval world.In this clip
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