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Author: Mark Stavish ,
Arturo de Hoyos ,
Lon Milo DuQuette ,
Nick McDougal
Publisher: Inner Traditions Audio
Imprint: Inner Traditions Audio
Edition: 2nd Edition, Unabridged, Revised Edition of Freemasonry: Rituals, Symbols & History of the Secret Society
ISBN: 9781644116128
ISBN 10: 164411612
Publication Date: 04 January 2022
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Format: Downloadable audio file
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
Like a drowsy lion, Freemasonry arouses in the outsider both curiosity and mistrust. This landmark book anatomizes the creature without apology or mystification. At the same time, it summons insiders to revive their moribund craft in all the grandeur of its original mission to humanity. Mark Stavish, whose work is informed by a profound knowledge of esoteric traditions, has earned gratitude from both sides. * Joscelyn Godwin, professor of Music Emeritus, Colgate University and coauthor of Symbols in the Wild * An ideal guide for those beginning their Masonic journey or who have already begun their journey to the East. If you want to build a better life for yourself, to become a 'Renaissance' person, then this book will help get you on your way. * TJ Bell, 32 Degrees, guitarist for Escape the Fate and founder of Black Earth Spagyrics * Mark Stavish's The Path of Freemasonry provides a comprehensive introduction to the Craft--its history, inner structure, beliefs, objectives, rites, and even its symbolically rich language. Unusually, however, it goes far beyond this brief to encompass the broader social and cultural issues surrounding the tradition; and in particular its relationship with, and profound connections to, the occult societies and esoteric currents toward which some of its most respected members have contributed their energy and organizational and ritual know-how. Indeed but for the disciplinary bedrock provided by Freemasonry it is arguable whether there would be a Western esoteric tradition worth talking of. This commendable work provides the reader with an accessible and engaging overview of this subject. * Peter Mark Adams, author of The Game of Saturn, Mystai, and The Power of the Healing Field * Mark Stavish has written a must-read for anyone considering Freemasonry and the esoteric path within it . . . This book will take you on a journey through its unique history, touching upon rituals, symbolism, and diving into the philosophies of its uncharted beginnings and into the modern era. Get ready for a journey and an exciting read into the world's most venerable fraternity. * Erik W. Krogstad 33 Degrees, master Masonic scholar, lecturer, and blogger *
Author Information
Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 9 languages, including The Path of Alchemy and Egregores, he is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times. The author of the blog VOXHERMES, he lives in Wyoming, Pennsylvania.
