The History of Freemasonry, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): Its Legends and Traditions, Its Chronological History - Couverture souple
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The History of Freemasonry, Vol. 2 surveys the legends, myths, and early practices that shaped the craft’s long history. It traces how ancient smiths and legendary forgers influenced medieval ideas about skill, artistry, and the builder’s tradition. From Volund and Weland to King Hiram, the text connects folk lore with the evolving codes of guilds and the rise of Freemasonry.
Two chapters in the extract compare old craft guild regulations with early Masonic constitutions. It explains how “free of the Guild” and “adulterine guilds” shaped who could work beside others and how these practices fed the development of modern fraternal orders. The discussion blends myth, archaeology, and legal history to illuminate the book’s central premise: Freemasonry grew from practical guild life as well as storied legend.
What you’ll encounter:
- How myths of master smiths echo the skills prized by craftsmen and masons.
- The link between guild laws, oath-taking, and the spread of Masonic ideas.
- Comparisons of ancient regulations with early Masonic rules and how they influenced Western craft fraternities.
- The evolution from operative guilds to speculative Freemasonry, with historical context and key terms.
Ideal for readers of historical felts of craft, guild law, and the lore surrounding Masonry’s origins. It’s a careful, text-rich look at the roots of modern freemasonry and its legends.
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The History of Freemasonry, Vol. 2: Its Legends and Traditions
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the compelling theory that Freemasonry was manipulated by the Stuarts, a royal family of English and Scottish monarchs, to advance their political agenda and restore the monarchy. The author traces the evolution of Freemasonry from its origins as a society of skilled craftsmen to its transformation into a speculative fraternity in the 17th and 18th centuries. The narrative delves into the Stuart family's exile and efforts to regain the throne, examining the role that Freemasonry may have played in these endeavors. The book offers a thorough analysis of the historical context, providing insight into the political and religious tensions of the time. Through meticulous research, the author uncovers the potential connections between the Stuarts and the development of Freemasonry's high degrees, shedding light on the enduring fascination with secret societies and their alleged influence on history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333842222_0
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