Publisher's Synopsis
Covers Masonry′s origins, purpose, and symbols
Your plain–English introduction to this ancient organization
Fascinated by Freemasons? This balanced, eye–opening guide demystifies Freemasonry, explaining everything from its elaborate rituals and cryptic rights to the veiled symbols and their meanings. You′ll understand the Freemasonry philosophy, meet famous Masons throughout history, explore the many controversies and conspiracy theories that swirl around the organization, and discover the changes coming to the Craft.
Discover how to
- Get a handle on how this fraternal order operates
- Understand the degrees and groups of Freemasonry
- Gain knowledge of the Freemason degrees
- Recognize misconceptions about Masons
- Find a lodge
