Temple and the Grail: The Mysteries of the Order of the Templars and the Grail and their Significance for Our Time

The Holy Grail and the Knights Templar are explored in Veltman's book, combining historical research with insights from Rudolf Steiner to present an impressive survey of the subject. He analyzes the significance of Jerusalem, the Temple of Solomon, the Temple Legend, the Grail Temple, the Rosicrucians, the Templars' gold, and the fraught question of evil, and sketches the continuation or metamorphosis of the Grail and Temple impulses into the future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 234 pages
Publication date: 28 April 2021
Publisher: Temple Lodge Publishing

The Holy Grail, a cherished part of the legendary tale of King Arthur, is often regarded as a myth in popular culture. However, the Knights Templar, with their enigmatic presence, also hold a legendary status. Despite the vast amount of historical research available, there remains a mystery at the heart of their practices that has yet to be fully elucidated. By examining these two themes in conjunction and highlighting their interconnectedness, Veltman offers insightful new perspectives. Firstly, he demonstrates that the poetic imagination surrounding the Grail mystery has its roots in concrete historical events. On the other hand, he reveals that the true history of the Knights Templar is, in essence, esoteric. By combining historical research with insights derived from the work of Rudolf Steiner, Veltman presents a comprehensive survey of the subject, spanning from the pre-Christian Mysteries to a vision of Michaelic Christianity. He delves into the significance of Jerusalem, the Temple of Solomon, the Temple Legend, the Grail Temple, the Rosicrucians, the Templars' gold, and the complex issue of evil. Additionally, he sketches the continuation or metamorphosis of the Grail and Temple impulses into the future, including the critical balancing role of Europe between East and West. To achieve its effectiveness, this vital European task, which is continually hindered, must be properly comprehended within the realm of human consciousness.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 156 x 232 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912230761