{"id":113360,"date":"2026-06-09T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/?p=113360"},"modified":"2026-06-09T12:43:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T10:43:49","slug":"moral-code-templar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/moral-code-templar\/","title":{"rendered":"The Moral Code of the Templar Knights"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:55.916666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:56.083333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:54.75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:55.083333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:53.583333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:54.833333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:55%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:55.75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:56.5%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:54%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-11::before{padding-top:55.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-11{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-12::before{padding-top:57.083333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-12{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-13::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-13{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-14::before{padding-top:56.5%; }img#mv-trellis-img-14{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Knights Templar remains one of the most fascinating orders history has ever known.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They were warrior-monks and the precursors of banks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In order to stay loyal to the order amidst all the pressure and brutality of their calling, they needed a strict moral code.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This code was designed to kill the ego and get a knight to totally <strong>submit to God<\/strong> and the Order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There was an actual book that dictated <strong>their daily life<\/strong>, and we&rsquo;re going to explore some of the most important rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The Templar Vow of Surrender<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113366\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-960x537.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-1080x604.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-170x95.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20671'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='671'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113366 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-960x537.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-1080x604.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-10-170x95.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Becoming a Templar meant choosing a life of absolute servitude. When a man joined the Order, he swore a <strong>triple vow<\/strong> that would define his life from that moment on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, he vowed <strong>pobreza<\/strong>. That meant giving up all personal ownership of land or money, and even clothes. Everything a knight had actually belonged to the Order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Second, he took the vow of <strong>chastity<\/strong> to ensure his loyalty wouldn&rsquo;t be divided between family and the Order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And third, he swore <strong>obediencia<\/strong> to the Grand Master.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Templars had to follow orders instantly and without question, even when it meant certain death.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These oaths were meant to strip away any individuality and create a unified fighting force.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. To Believe in God and the Church<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113370\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-960x538.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-1080x606.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-170x95.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20673'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='673'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113370 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-960x538.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-1080x606.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-13-170x95.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The very first rule of the Templar code was the foundation of everything: unshakable faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They had to believe in the Holy Trinity and the <strong>Catholic Church<\/strong> with their whole being. They were the spiritual rock, never giving in to other denominations or religions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This rule was vital for the Order to last because it provided the moral justification for all the violence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The knights believed they were <strong>fighting God&rsquo;s war<\/strong>, so their faith had to remain pure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without the veil of faith, they would be little more than mercenaries, fighting for gold and land.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. To Live Modestly<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113368\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"657\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-1024x561.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-768x420.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-960x525.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-1080x591.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-170x93.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"657\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20657'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='657'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113368 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-1024x561.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-768x420.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-960x525.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-1080x591.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-12-170x93.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though we imagine knights as rich and powerful noblemen, Templars were also monks. As such, they had to live a simple life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is demonstrated in their <strong>legendary garment<\/strong>; it&rsquo;s just a white robe with the red cross.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They weren&rsquo;t allowed to wear pointed shoes or any decoration that was considered unnecessary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modesty eliminated <strong>jealousy and pride<\/strong> within the ranks. A Templar from a noble family and one of humble beginnings looked exactly the same once they joined the Order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It kept them focused on their mission rather than appearance and riches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. To Eat in Silence and Moderation<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113365\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"661\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-1024x564.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-768x423.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-960x528.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-1080x595.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-170x94.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"661\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20661'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='661'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113365 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-1024x564.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-768x423.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-960x528.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-1080x595.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-9-170x94.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even mealtime was a<strong> ritual of discipline<\/strong> for the Knights Templar.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When they gathered to eat, one brother would read the scripture aloud while the rest ate in silence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this, they made sure to feed both their bodies and their souls.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They were forbidden from eating meat more than three times a week, though exceptions were made for holidays.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the time, their diet consisted of vegetables, grains, and water.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gluttony, as one of the seven deadly sins, couldn&rsquo;t be tolerated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. To Sleep Fully Clothed and Ready<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113363\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"643\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-1024x549.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-768x411.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-960x514.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-1080x579.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-170x91.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"643\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20643'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='643'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113363 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-1024x549.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-768x411.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-960x514.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-1080x579.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-7-170x91.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Templar&rsquo;s duty didn&rsquo;t end at sundown. He had to be ready to serve at a moment&rsquo;s notice, no matter what.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, they didn&rsquo;t have to sleep in chainmail, but they always had to be fully dressed. Their shirts and breeches remained on to make sure they could get ready as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This rule was born<strong> out of necessity<\/strong> during the Order&rsquo;s mission in the Middle East.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Surprise attacks were a constant threat, and hesitation meant death. It&rsquo;s more than likely that they&rsquo;ve learned this lesson the hard way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This rule also stripped away their comfort, reinforcing the idea that they were soldiers, first and foremost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Never to Swear Falsely<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113364\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-1024x561.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-768x421.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-960x526.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-1080x592.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-170x93.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"658\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20658'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='658'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113364 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-1024x561.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-768x421.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-960x526.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-1080x592.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-8-170x93.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the medieval world, your word was your bond. However, for Templars, this rule was absolute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They were strictly forbidden from lying or making promises they couldn&rsquo;t keep. Lying under oath was seen as a direct <strong>offense against God<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Honesty protected their reputation and made the connection between the brothers stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If they couldn&rsquo;t trust each other, how were they supposed to watch each other&rsquo;s backs in battle?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, the Knights Templar were <strong>bankers and diplomats<\/strong>; they couldn&rsquo;t afford a bad reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. To Own No Property<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113375\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-1024x563.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-768x422.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-960x528.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-1080x594.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-170x93.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"660\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20660'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='660'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113375 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-1024x563.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-768x422.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-960x528.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-1080x594.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-5-170x93.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The concept of personal possession didn&rsquo;t exist among the Templars. Everything belonged to the Order, from their horses and weapons, down to the clothes they wore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a brother was found with money hidden in his bags, he faced <strong>severe punishment<\/strong>, and sometimes even expulsion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This rule was crucial for preventing corruption. The order managed huge amounts of wealth and couldn&rsquo;t afford the knights getting greedy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brothers relied on each other, living a <strong>communal lifestyle<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The detachment from material goods only made them more dangerous in conflict because they didn&rsquo;t have much to lose.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. To Speak Wisely<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113372\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-1024x571.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-768x428.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-960x535.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-1080x602.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-170x95.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"669\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20669'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='669'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113372 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-1024x571.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-768x428.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-960x535.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-1080x602.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-2-170x95.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Templars, like all monks, believed in the power of silence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They were encouraged to speak little, and when they did speak, it had to be wise and to the point. Idle chatter wasn&rsquo;t allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This rule was important for maintaining <strong>discipline and secrecy<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Silence was also seen as a way to control oneself. The tongue is prone to sin and anger, so the knights were taught to <strong>master their thoughts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their silence created a solemn atmosphere and intimidated their enemies and the common people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It was another way for the Order to earn respect.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. To Never Retreat Unless Outnumbered<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113373\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-960x543.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-1080x610.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20678'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='678'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113373 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-960x543.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-1080x610.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-3-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Templars were taught to never retreat in battle unless they were outnumbered by at least <strong>three to one<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even then, they were required to keep facing their enemy instead of running away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This fearlessness cemented their military reputation. They were always on the front lines, always in the most dangerous position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As monks, they fought with an understanding that death would earn them <strong>martyrdom<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This made them reckless and scary, ensuring they fought like they had absolutely nothing to lose&hellip; because they truly didn&rsquo;t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. To Love the Brotherhood<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113369\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"648\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-1024x553.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-768x414.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-960x518.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-1080x583.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-170x92.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"648\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20648'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='648'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113369 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-1024x553.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-768x414.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-960x518.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-1080x583.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-1-170x92.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Templars were required to love God, their brothers, and the Order.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This rule commanded them to love their fellow knights spiritually, but to <strong>reject <\/strong>the love of<strong> the world<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upon entering the Order, they weren&rsquo;t allowed to touch any women, including those they were related to.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a man&rsquo;s heart was tied to a woman or his family, he might hesitate in a crucial moment or decide to walk away from the Order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By severing these ties, the Order made sure the knights only had each other. It created a <strong>brotherly dynamic<\/strong> and made sure their loyalty was undivided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. To Obey Without Hesitation<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113367\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"663\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-1024x566.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-768x424.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-960x530.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-1080x597.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-170x94.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"663\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20663'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='663'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113367 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-1024x566.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-768x424.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-960x530.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-1080x597.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-11-170x94.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hierarchy within the Templars was absolute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every knight had to obey the orders of his commander as if he were <strong>obeying Christ Himself<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There was no room for democracy or debate. Once an order was given, it had to be executed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This also helped their <strong>military success<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">War created enough chaos, and if each knight followed his own judgment, the entire Order would have fallen apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, it was very clear who created the strategy, who gave the orders, and who made them happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also humbled the knights, teaching them that pride had no place in the Order.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. To Hunt No Wild Beasts<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113362\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6.jpg\" alt=\"knight templar\" class=\"wp-image-113362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-768x438.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-960x548.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-1080x617.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-170x97.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"685\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20685'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='685'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"knight templar\" class=\"wp-image-113362 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-768x438.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-960x548.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-1080x617.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-6-170x97.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interestingly, the Templars were forbidden from hunting wild beasts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hunting was a favorite pastime of the nobility and a way to demonstrate skill and status. But the Templar code considered it a <strong>frivolous distraction<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, it involved killing for sport, and the knights were only meant to fight for the sake of their faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hunting is a solitary activity, and, as mentioned, the knights were discouraged from separating themselves from the brotherhood in any way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. To Protect the Weak&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113374\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20676'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='676'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113374 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-13\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-4-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Protecting the <strong>pilgrims<\/strong> traveling to the <strong>Holy Land<\/strong> was the core mission of the Order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They were sworn to protect Catholic Christians from bandits, enslavements, robbery, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This mission gave Templars their <strong>moral legitimacy<\/strong>. It separated them from common mercenaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every time they escorted a group of travelers safely to Jerusalem, they were fulfilling their vows.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is rule is why they&rsquo;re mainly remembered as chivalrous knights rather than warlords, although history has recorded much of their unnecessary violence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. To Keep Watch and Pray<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-113371\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-960x543.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-1080x611.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20678'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='678'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-113371 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-14\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-960x543.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-1080x611.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/templar-code-moral-14-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Templars were also tasked with keeping watch over the Order and the common people, guarding them from any <strong>physical and spiritual threat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, they attended canonical prayer every day. This motivated them to stay loyal to their mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prayer cleansed their souls and kept them humble before God.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By praying constantly, they acknowledged that their strength came from above. So, this was another way to make sure they didn&rsquo;t give in to pride.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Knights Templar remains one of the most fascinating orders history has ever known. They were warrior-monks and the precursors of banks! 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