Maryland State Association of DeMolay Chapters

Pope Clement V died only 33 days later; From a severe bout of dysentery brought about by advanced bowel cancer “Let evil swiftly befall Those who have wrongly condemned us; God will avenge our death.” In his final hours DeMolay fought fervently against the false charges which had destroyed the Order of the Temple Although he shed the mortal coils that day, even after 700 years, the virtue, spirit, character & honor of DeMolay live on The story of Jacques DeMolay and Geoffrey de Charney became a testimonial to fidelity, loyalty and friendship In the memory and lives of generations that have followed. King Philip IV of France Died within 8 months in a hunting accident This brave death deeply impressed the people His dying curse was powerful Betrayed by a Pope he was sworn to obey And a King he trusted And Effective

Maryland State Association of DeMolay Chapters