From what I've read, I am a big fan of how the Templar Knights conducted themselves. But I'd like to be better read.

Of course, the french were easily pressured into admitting heresy and homosexuality, so their reputation is somewhat tarnished.

Imagine that. Some of the strongest men in the history of the planet. Took on armies outnumbered 1 to a thousand. Created and managed businesses. Practiced faith and religion. But they were french, and wilted under pressure. The french are the absolute worst.

But it was convenient to lie about the Knights Templar. They lent money without practicing usury. And instead of repaying, debtors lied and banished them from society.