Hugues de Payens
Hugues de Payens or Payns (9 February 1070 – 24 May 1136) was the co-founder and first Grand Master of the Knights Templar. In association with Bernard of Clairvaux, he created the Latin Rule, the code of behavior for the Order.
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| 1st Grand Master of the Knights Templar | |
| In office c. 1119–1136 | |
| Preceded by | Order established |
| Succeeded by | Robert de Craon |
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| Born | 9 February 1070 Troyes, Kingdom of France |
| Died | 24 May 1136 (aged 66) Kingdom of Jerusalem |
| Known for | Founding member and first Grand Master of the Knights Templar |
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