Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Order of the Red Cross of Constantine"" by Harold V. B. Voorhis is a comprehensive guide to the history, rituals, and traditions of the Order of the Red Cross of Constantine. The Order is a Christian Masonic organization that traces its roots back to the 4th century Roman Emperor Constantine the Great, who is said to have converted to Christianity after a vision of a cross before a battle. The book delves into the origins of the Order, its symbolism, and its significance in the context of Masonic and Christian history.The author, Harold V. B. Voorhis, is an expert in Masonic history and has written extensively on the subject. In this book, he provides a detailed account of the Order's structure, degrees, and ceremonies, including the Order's three degrees: the Order of the Red Cross, the Order of the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Order of the Knights of St. John the Evangelist. The book also includes illustrations of the various regalia and insignia used in the Order, as well as a glossary of terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, ""The Order of the Red Cross of Constantine"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and traditions of the Order, as well as for Masonic scholars and researchers. The book provides a thorough and engaging account of the Order's origins, symbolism, and rituals, and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in the intersection of Christianity and Freemasonry.1963. Contents: Knight of the Red Cross; Pre-1865 Claims; England; From 1865; Scotland; Grand Imperial Conclave of Canada; The United States of America; Empire of the East; Empire of the West; New York; Massachusetts and Rhode Island; Michigan; Kentucky; Indiana; Vermont; Maine; New Jersey; Miscellaneous Conclaves; United Grand Imperial Council; Sovereign Grand Council of the United States; The Supreme Grand Chapter of the Grand Cross of Constantine; and Knight Grand Cross, Red Cross of Constantine. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
