Order of the Brothers of the German House of Saint Mary in Jerusalem

The Order of the Brothers of the German House of Saint Mary in Jerusalem, also known as the Teutonic Order, is a medieval Catholic religious order founded in the 12th century to assist pilgrims in the Holy Land. Over time, it evolved into a chivalric organization involved in charitable work, caring for the sick, and maintaining Christian sites in Jerusalem. Today, it functions as a charitable and religious institution dedicated to humanitarian aid, medical care, and supporting Christian communities in the Holy Land, while upholding its historical heritage and spiritual mission.