Origin Of The Royal Arch

""Origin of the Royal Arch"" by Albert G. Mackey is a historical and philosophical exploration of the origins and development of the Royal Arch degree in Freemasonry. The book begins with an examination of the history of Freemasonry, tracing its roots back to the medieval guilds of stonemasons. Mackey then delves into the symbolism and significance of the Royal Arch degree, exploring its connections to the biblical story of the rebuilding of the Temple of Solomon and its role in the larger system of Masonic degrees. Along the way, Mackey provides detailed explanations of the rituals and symbolism of the degree, as well as the historical context in which it emerged. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of Freemasonry, as well as those seeking a deeper understanding of the Royal Arch degree specifically.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: History of Freemasonry Part 5, by Albert G. Mackey. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134938.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.