Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of Initiation of the Rites and Ceremonies of the Secret and Mysterious Institutions of the Ancient World"" is a book written by George Oliver, which delves into the ancient world's secret societies and their initiation rites and ceremonies. The book explores the origins and evolution of these institutions, including the mysteries of Eleusis, the rites of Mithras, and the mysteries of Isis. It also examines the influence of these secret societies on modern-day Freemasonry and other secret organizations. Through extensive research and analysis, Oliver provides a comprehensive overview of the ancient world's secretive institutions and their practices. This book is an excellent resource for those interested in the history of secret societies and their impact on modern-day culture.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.