At about this same time Warmund was approached by a group of Christian knights who requested permission to elect a master to lead them to defend the kingdom. King Baldwin II gave them quarters in the Temple of Solomon. Hugues de Payens was elected their master and Warmund charged them with the duty of keeping the roads safe from thieves and others who were routinely robbing and killing pilgrims en route to Jerusalem.
Around this time, Warmund encountered a group of Christian knights who sought permission to elect a leader for defense. King Baldwin II provided them lodging in Solomon's Temple. Hugues de Payens was chosen as their leader, and Warmund assigned them the duty of ensuring pilgrims' safety from thieves and others robbing and killing travelers on their way to Jerusalem.