A History of the Knights of Malta, Vol. 1 of 2: Or the Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem (Classic Reprint)

Whitworth Porter

ISBN 10: 1330743407 / ISBN 13: 9781330743409

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A History of the Knights of Malta, Vol. 1 of 2: Or the Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330743407
• ISBN 13: 9781330743409
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 25 ounces

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Synopsis

Discover the hidden rules that guided a legendary order. This volume explains how the Knights of Malta governed themselves, handled disputes, and upheld a distinctive system of courts and offices that helped them rule with fairness for centuries.

This edition surveys the order’s legal and administrative framework, from the long-standing Egard courts to the roles of bailiffs and grand-crosses. It presents how decisions were made, how appeals worked, and how language and seniority shaped governance. The narrative combines contemporary accounts with analysis to show how these structures supported the Order’s mission and resilience.

• How the Egard courts were organized by language and rank


• How trials, depositions, and ballots formed a jury-like process


• The roles and duties of Bailiffs, Grand-Crosses, and Grand-Masters


• Ways the Order managed appeals and ensured responsible governance

Ideal for readers of medieval institutions and military-religious orders, this work provides clear detail on the inner workings of the Knights of Malta and their enduring legal culture.