Masonic Initiation

Author : Robert Lomas
Publisher : Weiser Books
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781609252878

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The Secret Science of Masonic Initiation by Robert Lomas Pdf

Freemasonry has a deep purpose which can be overlooked in the rush of the modern world. Its ritual says it is a high and serious subject. But how can an individual discover the truths it outlines? Robert Lomas has spent thirty years as a university teacher, and twenty years studying Freemasonry. In this book he shares his personal insight into the Craft and outlines the steps a Mason must take to find self-knowledge. His words are illuminated by the unique symbolic drawings of two masters of Masonic Tracing board design. The purpose of Freemasonry is to help its members become Initiates in the science of Life. If you want to know yourself, then Freemasonry offers a path to that knowledge. It is a spiritual adventure, fit for the athletic and adventurous mind. The Secret Science of Masonic Initiation reveals that path.

Author : Henrik Bogdan
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780791480106

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Western Esotericism and Rituals of Initiation by Henrik Bogdan Pdf

Historical exploration of Masonic rituals of initiation.

Author : Walter Leslie Wilmshurst
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Freemasonry
ISBN : OCLC:5382164

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The Masonic Initiation by Walter Leslie Wilmshurst Pdf

Author : W. L. Wilmshurst
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781473353640

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The Lodge of Living Stones, No. 4957 - The Ceremony of Initiation - Analysis and Commentary by W. L. Wilmshurst Pdf

First published in 1932, this insightful title delves into the secret world of the Freemasons. Usually exclusive for members only, W. L. Wilmshurst takes us through the intricacies of mason initiation, detailing the admission steps for members. Freemasonry is the teachings and practices of a secret fraternity of men, formed from the origins of stonemasonry and cathedral builders in the middle ages. Since its beginnings, the brotherhood has increased in popularity, with the first Grand Lodge being established in the 1700s. Around this time, the order adopted the rites and trappings of ancient religious orders and chivalric brotherhoods. William Leslie Wilmshurst was a founding mason of the Lodge of Living Stone No. 4957, located in Leeds, Yorkshire. He first founded the lodge in 1927 to further the esoteric meaning behind the masonic rituals. This book narrates the initiation ceremony for a freemason of the Lodge of Living Stone, providing step by step analysis of each part of the admission. Chapters in this book include: The Admission The Prayer of Dedication The Perambulation or Mystical Journeying The Professions of Freedom, Motive, and Perseverance The Advance from West to East The Obligation The Restoration to Light The Revelation of the Greater and the Lesser Lights The Entrustment with the Secrets The Lodge of Living Stones, No. 4957 - The Ceremony of Initiation - Analysis and Commentary is a unique read for those interested in the masonic culture and initiation and would like to know more about the mysterious brotherhood.

Author : Michael R. Poll
Publisher : Cornerstone Book Publishers
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2005-04
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781887560115

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Masonic Words and Phrases by Michael R. Poll Pdf

"Masonic Word and Phrases" is a wonderful collection of the most often used words and phrases in Masonry. Presented in an easy to read and understandable format, this work provides any student of Masonry with a clear understanding of the meaning of our many phrases and words so seldom used outside of Masonry. This work is valuable to the experienced Mason as a quick and handy reference guide. For the new Mason, however, it is an indispensable work and one that should augment any Masonic education program.

Author : Malcolm C. Duncan
Publisher : Crown
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780307823205

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Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor by Malcolm C. Duncan Pdf

Explained and interpreted by copious notes and numerous engravings. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor will be a cherished possession of any Mason who receives it. Retaining all the traditional charm of McKay's Standard Edition, this volume includes both the Guide to the Three Symbolic Degrees of the Ancient York Rite and to the degree of Mark Master, Past Master, Most Excellent Master, and the Royal Arch, as written by Malcolm C. Duncan.

Author : Malcolm A. Duncan
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780486117300

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Duncan's Ritual of Freemasonry by Malcolm A. Duncan Pdf

The fraternal society of the Masonic Order, steeped in mystery for over 600 years, is brought to light in a fascinating volume that serves as a guide for neophytes as well as a reference for the initiated. Duncan's Ritual of Freemasonry reveals the spiritual paths taken by inductees as they move through each initiated degree of enlightmentment: Mark Master, Past Master, Most Excellent Master, and the Royal Arch. The Freemasons' rituals, arcane symbols and mystical doctrines are also probed, and accurate explanations of gestures, tools and terms are accompanied by more than 100 illustrations and original engravings. The work is a fascinating exploration of the theories and practices of the world's most enduring secret society.

Author : W. L. Wilmshurst
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2007-12-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1603020020

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The Masonic Initiation, Revised Edition by W. L. Wilmshurst Pdf

The Masonic Initiation is the powerful sequel to W. L. Wilmshurst's other enduring classic, The Meaning of Masonry. Here, we find the author's most advanced expression as he explores the profound depths of Masonic ritual as a contemplative art, and offers his vision of the future of the Order. Both Freemasons and those who study the Craft from a distance will enjoy these insightful essays. This new edition by Plumbstone has been fully revised and re-set in clear, modern type, and is enriched with extensive notes expanding on Wilmshurst's points, elucidating his sources, and explaining the differences between American and British Freemasonry. Prominent Masonic author Robert G. Davis writes in his Foreword that this edition provides "a new look at a timeless classic which has induced many generations of Masons to feel that, when they are in the sacred space of lodge, they are in the presence of a mystery that goes to the root of their own being."

Author : W. L. Wilmshurst
Publisher : Literary Licensing, LLC
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1497991153

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Masonic Initiation by W. L. Wilmshurst Pdf

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.

Author : Christopher Earnshaw
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798605924371

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Freemasonry: Initiation by Light by Christopher Earnshaw Pdf

Modern Speculative Freemasonry was born at a Lodge meeting at the Rummer and Grapes Tavern, later moving to the Horn Tavern. The first three Grand Masters had changed the existing Operative Mason's rituals in some way, and the only way to find out what those changes were, was to compare the current ritual to the bits of ritual that exist prior to the establishment of the Premier Grand Lodge in 1717, the event Masonic scholar Albert Pike calls the "Revival." The allure of researching the early days of Freemasonry is that we can learn about the objectives of the first three Grand Masters, and thus answer some or all of the following questions: *Why the Lodge at the Horn Tavern was so different from the other three Lodges whose "Constitution is Immemorial." *What was the secret scroll owned by a librarian at the University of Oxford that might hold the formula for alchemy's ultimate prize, the Philosophers' Stone? *Why valuable documents were destroyed during the early days of the Grand Lodge of England. *How did the son of the only "black" queen of England become Freemasonry's first royal Grand Master? *Why the Bishop of London treated Pocahontas as "visiting royalty," and what became of her? *Who was the Chinese mandarin, who may hold the secret to one of the degrees? *Why a rival "Chinese" secret society tried to bring down Freemasonry. This book answers these questions, and many more!

Author : J.A.M. Snoek
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 601 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2011-12-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789004210790

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Initiating Women in Freemasonry by J.A.M. Snoek Pdf

Based on primary sources, this book analyses the historical creation, contents and development of the rituals of the Adoption Rite, with which women were initiated into Freemasonry since 1744. It gives a completely new perspective on this chapter of women's history.

Author : Malcolm C. Duncan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1866
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1789876052

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Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor by Malcolm C. Duncan Pdf

Author : Timothy Hogan
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 55 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2007-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781435704404

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The Alchemical Keys to Masonic Ritual by Timothy Hogan Pdf

This is the first book which establishes a direct link between the rituals of Freemasonry and the practice of both chemical and spiritual alchemy. Albert Pike understood that the symbolic degrees of Freemasonry contained alchemical secrets, but he never put the whole pattern together and showed how. This book shows these connections for the first time. This book is a must for any Freemason who wants to understand the secret meanings behind the Symbolic "Blue Lodge" ritual. Tim Hogan is a PM, 32*KCCH, KT, FRC, PSM-AMD, and Knight RC of the Royal Order of Scotland. He lectures extensively both inside and outside of the United States on Freemasonry.

Author : Malcolm C. Duncan
Publisher : Crown
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1976-04-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780679506263

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Duncan's Ritual of Freemasonry by Malcolm C. Duncan Pdf

An elegantly illustrated handbook of Freemasonic ritual Explained and interpreted by copious notes and numerous engravings. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor will be a cherished possession of any Mason who receives it. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Because of this work's cultural significance, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting a high quality, modern edition that is true to the original work. Retaining all the traditional charm of McKay's Standard Edition, this volume includes both the Guide to the Three Symbolic Degrees of the Ancient York Rite and to the degree of Mark Master, Past Master, Most Excellent Master, and the Royal Arch, as written by Malcolm C. Duncan.

Author : Oscar Patterson
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780761868613

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Interpreting Masonic Ritual by Oscar Patterson Pdf

Interpreting Masonic Ritual endeavors to addresses the depth of the ritualistic experience through a discussion of what ritual means to man as well as what man means to ritual. Ritual teaches us about reality but we will not come to a full understanding of it if we disparage what others do and view their actions from a position of pseudo-intellectual or cultural superiority. Ritual is the core of Freemasonry and is that thing which sets it apart from so many organizations. It is the key to the Freemason’s “secrets” and the manner through which they transmit our “beautiful system of morality.” It is something to be treasured, maintained, taught, elevated, evaluated, and, above, reinforced through proper performance, decorum, and setting.