The Arcana of Freemasonry A History of Masonic Symbolism

by Churchward, Albert

• ISBN13: 9780486455655
• ISBN10: 0486455653
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-04-21
• Publisher: Dover Publications

Summary

Egyptian hieroglyphics, Mayan carvings, and Greek mathematical notations figure prominently in this spellbinding true story of a mysterious order's secret history. A renowned symbologist offers illustrated explanations of the meanings behind Masonic symbols, revealing the messages hidden in plain sight within works of art, architecture, geometry, and literature.

Table of Contents

Freemasonry-The Bridge of History-Uniting the Past with the Present	p. 1
Different Opinions as Regards the Origin of Freemasonry and a Modern Introduction in Various Countries	p. 1
The Source of Signs and Symbols	p. 21
The Soul of Masonry	p. 45
Out of the Silence	p. 50
The Divine Name	p. 63
1717-1917! The Second Century of Modern Masonry!	p. 67
Some Subjects Suggested for Study: A Lecture before the Essex Masters' Lodge	p. 70
Origins of Freemasonry: A Lecture before the Dorset Masters' Lodge	p. 81
Freemasonry, Past and Future: A Lecture before the Mid Kent Masters' Lodge	p. 93
The Origin and Explanation of Some Masonic Signs and Symbols: A Lecture before the Hendre Lodge, Cardiff	p. 106
Egyptology and Masonry: A Lecture before the Humber Masters' Lodge	p. 129
The Four Cardinal Points	p. 144
Operative Masons	p. 163
Final Chapter	p. 216
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