Jordan of Saxony was a 13th-century German priest and a prominent leader within the Dominican Order. Born into the noble Counts of Eberstein family, he studied in Paris, where he encountered Dominic de Guzman. Following the founder's death, Jordan was elected as the second Master General in 1222. During his leadership, the Order expanded significantly through his influential preaching and academic engagement. He was known for being a kind yet disciplined leader who actively recruited scholars and helped establish several educational institutions throughout Europe.