Saladin and the Knights Templar: Betrayal at Hattin

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore Saladin's complex relationship with the Knights Templar, from their early clashes to the pivotal betrayal at the Horns of Hattin in 1187. They discuss the Templars' military prowess, their role in the Crusader states, and the controversial execution of Templar prisoners after the battle. Drawing on chroniclers like Baha ad-Din and Imad ad-Din, they examine the legend of the Templars' last stand and Saladin's calculated mercy—and its limits. They also touch on the Templars' involvement in the Battle of Jacob's Ford and their eventual decline after Hattin. This episode offers a fresh angle on a familiar story, focusing on the Order's tragic arc and Saladin's strategic use of terror and magnanimity. #Saladin #KnightsTemplar #Hattin #Crusades #Ayyubid #Baha ad-Din #Imad ad-Din #1187 #Templar #MedievalHistory #MiddleEast #Jerusalem #Battle #Execution #Chivalry #MilitaryHistory #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo