Christian Hospitaller Orders

Christian Hospitaller Orders originated in the Middle Ages as religious communities dedicated to caring for the sick and poor, often associated with the Knights Hospitaller. These orders combined charitable work with religious devotion, providing medical care, shelter, and support to those in need, especially during times of war and plague. Members took vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, and their work helped shape early healthcare institutions. Today, some orders continue the tradition of medical and social service, maintaining a spiritual focus on compassion, healing, and serving others in accordance with Christian principles.