Who were the Templars? Where did they come from, and where did they disappear to? What was their secret? Despite the dissolution by Rome, the Templar Order continues to have an impact to this day and is regarded as a secret teacher of Freemasonry. Dieter H. Wolf presents a comprehensive reference work on the subject with his book. The International Templar Encyclopedia includes numbers, dates, and facts about the rise and fall of the legendary knightly order: from the origins of the order to the peak of its development and its eventual destruction. Individuals, important events, and locations can be looked up, as well as the rituals and principles of the order. A historical overview and numerous illustrations complete this extensive encyclopedia, which offers an excellent representation of the cultural and historical events of the Middle Ages. Contents include: - Foreword by Dieter A. Binder - Overview of.