Knowledge Hub
In Service of Intellectual Heritage
The Southern Transylvanian Grand Priory of the Order of Saint George (Szent György Lovagrend) considers it an important mission not only to preserve historical, cultural and intellectual heritage, but also to interpret and transmit it.
Our events, conferences and scholarly lectures address topics such as history, archaeology, religious traditions, heritage tourism and chivalric culture.
The aim of our Knowledge Hub is to make accessible, in a structured form, the body of knowledge that contributes to understanding our past and shaping our future.
Here we collect:
• studies related to the Order
• lectures from the Dr. István Bárdos Summer University
• historical and symbolic writings
• as well as scholarly works related to chivalric traditions
Historical Exploration and Interpretation of the Past
Identity, Symbols and Chivalric Spirit
Faith, Community and Education
Traditional Knowledge and Heritage
Future and Applied Thinking
Historical Exploration and Interpretation of the Past
Where Do We Come From?
Exploring the past is not only about acquiring knowledge, but also about self-understanding. Archaeological research, historical analysis and economic-historical studies help us understand the roots of our community.
Exploring the past is a service to the future.
Contents
Medieval and Principality-era history of the Székely people
Archaeological research of the Reformed churches of Etéd
Archaeological research of the Jesus Chapel in Székelyudvarhely
Architectural history of the medieval church of Máréfalva
Vestiges of the Árpádian-era rotunda in Porumbenii Mari
Archaeological research of the basilica of Vízakna
Identity, Symbols and Chivalric Spirit
Who Are We?
Our symbols, traditions and intellectual heritage are not only elements of the past, but also the foundations of our present-day identity.
Contents
Székely symbols
(Mihály János)
Sword and oath
(Sashalmi-Fekete Tamás)
Depictions of Saint George
(Sashalmi-Fekete Tamás)
Depictions of Saint Ladislaus
(Hegedűs Enikő)
The Árpádian double cross
(Sashalmi-Fekete Tamás)
Faith, Community and Education
How Do We Live Together?
The functioning of a community is shaped not only by institutions, but also by values and examples. Faith, education and shared responsibility together form the foundation of our society.
Contents
Education and community
(Koncsag László)
Reformed education
(Sipos István)
The question of autonomy
(Becsek Garda Dezső)
Traditional Knowledge and Heritage
What Have We Created?
Crafts, built heritage and our relationship with nature form a system of knowledge that is passed down through generations.
Contents
Wooden bell towers
(Vukov Konstantin)
Church restoration
(Sebestyén József)
Forest management
(Fodor György)
Future and Applied Thinking
Where Are We Heading?
The interpretation of the past becomes truly valuable when it provides guidance for the present and the future.
Contents
Heritage tourism
(Dr. Horváth Alpár)
Historical lessons
(Sebestyén István-Elemér)
Contact us
Feel free to contact us with your questions or collaboration inquiries.
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