Publisher's Synopsis
The History of the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree of Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry V1 is a comprehensive book that delves into the origins, evolution, and impact of the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree of Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Written by Samuel Harrison Baynard, a prominent Freemason and historian, this book provides a detailed account of the organization's history, from its inception in the late 18th century to the present day. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the organization's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the origins of Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite, while the second chapter focuses on the establishment of the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree. Subsequent chapters explore the organization's growth and development, its role in American history, and its impact on Freemasonry around the world. Throughout the book, Baynard provides detailed accounts of key figures and events in the Supreme Council's history, including its involvement in the American Civil War and its relationships with other Masonic organizations. He also examines the organization's rituals, symbols, and teachings, providing insights into the beliefs and practices of this influential Masonic group. Overall, The History of the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree of Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry V1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and legacy of Freemasonry, and in particular, the role played by the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree in shaping the organization's development over the past two centuries.Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766165507. Volume 1 of 2. This work is a history of the Supreme Council of the 33rd Degree, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of American and its Antecedents. In 1933, the Supreme Council decided to make what has become an exhaustive research into the history of the Supreme Council and its antecedents, structural, philosophical and genealogical and to publish the results. Many facts are found within that were previously unknown. Some discussed and debated at length certain conclusions of the author, and a few persons even conducted researches of their own and sent in their findings. The result of which is found in this work.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.
