HOW THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR BECAME THE JESUIT ORDER

The Knights Templar were a medieval Christian military order formed around the 12th century during the Crusades. They were initially established to protect Christian pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. However, their influence grew, and they became a powerful military and financial force in medieval Europe. The Templars were disbanded in the early 14th century, and many of their members faced persecution.

On the other hand, the Jesuit Order, officially known as the Society of Jesus, was founded by Ignatius of Loyola in 1540, several centuries after the dissolution of the Knights Templar. The Jesuits were established as a Catholic religious order with a focus on education, missionary work, and service to the Pope. They played a significant role in the Counter-Reformation and became known for their educational institutions and influential members.