Este maravilhoso livro consiste no segundo volume da coleção que traz ao leitor a tradução da renomada obra The Symbolism of Freemasonry, cujo conteúdo revela os mais diversos e surpreendentes mistérios maçônicos. A face secreta das lendas mais ocultas são trazidos à tona e os quase inatingíveis simbolismos são desvendados. Escrito por Albert G. Mackey, um dos autores maçons mais importantes, que recebeu o grau 33, o último do Rito Escocês Antigo e Aceito, e foi membro do Supremo Conselho,...

The Symbolism of Freemasonry (1882) by Albert G. Mackey, M.D., This edition contains Original Illustrations, interactive table of contents, and beautifully formatted."Of the various modes of communicating instruction to the uninformed, the masonic student is particularly interested in two; namely, the instruction by legends and that by symbols. It is to these two, almost exclusively, that he is indebted for all that he knows, and for all that he can know, of the philosophic system ...

As a contributor to the literature and science of Freemasonry, Albert Gallatin Mackey was rightly considered one of the greatest American Masonic historian. His works have been more extensive than those of any other in America or in Europe. He was widely respected by the Masonic world for his ripe scholarship, his profound knowledge of Masonic law and usage, his view of Masonic philosophy and for his invaluable, literary labourist in the service of the Order.Mackey’s book on the top...

The principles of Masonic law presents a structured examination of the constitutional foundations, usages, and recognized landmarks that govern Freemasonry. The treatise seeks to clarify the rights, duties, and obligations of members within the fraternity, offering systematic guidance on internal governance and disciplinary standards. It outlines the philosophical basis of Masonic authority while distinguishing between ancient customs and evolving administrative practice. Through organized...

Premium Annotated Ebook including :. A beautiful layout making reading comfortable on every e-deivce.. Dynamics footnotes.. A synoptical index.To study the symbolism of Masonry is the only way to investigate its philosophy. This is the portal of its temple, through which alone we can gain access to the sacellum where its aporrheta are concealed. Its philosophy is engaged in the consideration of propositions relating to God...

The laws which govern the institution of Freemasonry are of two kinds, unwritten and written, and may in a manner be compared with the "lex non scripta," or common law, and the "lex scripta," or statute law of English and American jurists.The "lex non scripta," or unwritten law of Freemasonry is derived from the traditions, usages and customs of the fraternity as they have existed from the remotest antiquity, and as they are universally admitted by the general consent of the member...

My Dear Sir: While any American might be proud of associating his name with that of one who has done so much to increase the renown of his country, and to enlarge the sum of human knowledge, this book is dedicated to you as a slight testimonial of regard for your personal character, and in grateful recollection of acts of friendship. Yours very truly, A. G. Mackey

As a contributor to the literature and science of Freemasonry, Albert Gallatin Mackey was rightly considered one of the greatest American Masonic historian. His works have been more extensive than those of any other in America or in Europe. He was widely respected by the Masonic world for his ripe scholarship, his profound knowledge of Masonic law and usage, his view of Masonic philosophy and for his invaluable, literary labourist in the service of the Order.Mackey’s book on the top...

Of the various modes of communicating instruction to the uninformed, the masonic student is particularly interested in two; namely, the instruction by legends and that by symbols. It is to these two, almost exclusively, that he is indebted for all that he knows, and for all that he can know, of the philosophic system which is taught in the institution. All its mysteries and its dogmas, which constitute its philosophy, are intrusted for communication to the neophyte, sometimes to one, somet...

The Symbolism of FreemasonryBy Albert G. MackeyOriginally published in 1882, The Symbolism of Freemasonry was developed to explore the philosophy and symbolism of Freemasonry. Its chapters include: The Primitive Freemasonry of Antiquity, The Ancient Mysteries, The Dionysian Artificers, The Union of Speculative and Operative Masonry at the Temple of Solomon, The Traveling Freemasons of the Middle Ages, Disseverance of the Operative Element, The System of Symbolic Instruction,...

Dr. Albert G. Mackey, also the author of The Lexicon of Freemasonry appears as author of this " Encyclopedia of Freemasonry and its Kindred Sciences," which, being a library in inself, superseded most of the Masonic works which have been tolerated by the craft—chiefly because none better could be obtained. Here, in one giant volume is a work which fulfils the hope which sustained the author through ten years' literary labor, that, under one cover he "would furnish every Mason who might con...

The division of wrongs, by the writers on municipal law, into private and public, or civil injuries and crimes and misdemeanors, does not apply to the jurisprudence of Freemasonry. Here all wrongs are crimes, because they are a violation of the precepts of the institution; and an offense against an individual is punished, not so much because it is a breach of his private rights, as because it affects the well-being of the whole masonic community. In replying to the question, "what are maso...