History of the Templars

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A central oval emblem depicts a pelican in its piety. A white pelican stands over a blue bowl shaped nest containing its young. It pecks its own breast to feed them with its blood. This sits atop a square shield or pedestal. The pedestal is decorated with four red roses on a blue and white checkered background. Above the pelican, golden rays shine from a dark cloud or sun at the top of a blue field. A green laurel wreath frames the entire scene. A circular golden inscription reads: Hermetic Philosophy original: "Philosophia Hermetica". A larger white rectangular border surrounds the emblem.

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Hermetic Philosophy: A philosophical and esoteric tradition based on writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus. It focuses on the pursuit of hidden knowledge and the transformation of the soul.

Pelican in its Piety: A traditional symbol of self sacrifice. In alchemical and mystical traditions, it represents the process of a substance being nourished by its own refined essence.