Council of Troyes

The Council of Troyes, held in 1129, was an important assembly of church leaders and nobility in Troyes, France. It aimed to officially recognize and support the Knights Templar, a military order established during the Crusades. The council provided the Templars with formal approval from the Church, affirming their role in protecting Christian interests in the Holy Land and outlining their rules. This recognition helped the Templars gain significant influence and resources, contributing to their rapid growth as a key force in medieval Europe. The council thus marked a significant moment in the history of medieval Christianity and military orders.