Admonet nos

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The papal constitution Admonet nos was issued by Pope Clement V in 1312. It played a significant role in the suppression of the Knights Templar, a powerful military religious order. King Philip IV of France pressured Clement V to act against the Templars, accusing them of heresy and seeking to gain control of their wealth.1

Although the Council of Vienne initially opposed the dissolution, Philip IV's influence led Clement V to officially suppress the order. The Templars' property was then transferred to the Hospitallers and other secular rulers. This event marked a significant moment in the history of the medieval church and the consolidation of royal power in France.12

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