What is the Order of St. Maria of Gerusalem?
The Order of St. Maria of Jerusalem (Teutonic Order) of the House of Antioch and Svevia is an Organization that retains the traditions of knighthood and chivalry within its charter and constitution. Pope Honorius II confirmed in 1123 The Knights Hospitallers, and The Order of the Knights Templar. Historically, Religious Military Orders were completely independent of the secular royal houses in many cases.The Order of St. Maria of Jerusalem (Teutonic Order) of the House of Antioch and Svevia is neither an Order of Knighthood of the Holy See or the Italian Republic but maintains today a good standing and in communion with the Church and legal status with the Italian Government that recognizes Non-State Order of Chivalry.
The Order of St. Maria of Jerusalem in the House of Antioch and Svevia is neither an Order of Knighthood of the Holy See or the Italian Republic but maintains good standing and in communion with the Church and legal status with the Italian Government that recognizes Non-State Order of Chivalry. The International Organization was formed in 1993 as a type of Chivalry Organization to benefit various charities in needy places in the World.It is an International Ecumenical, Non-Profit Organization with no affiliation with any current or ancient noble or royal house or any other order of chivalry.
