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100 1 _aMorgan, William,
_d1774-1826?
245 1 4 _aThe Mysteries of Free Masonry :
_bContaining All the Degrees of the Order Conferred in a Master's Lodge
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2006-04-09
508 _aE-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Jeannie Howse, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
520 _a"The Mysteries of Free Masonry" by William Morgan is an exposé on the secrets, rites, and practices of Freemasonry, likely written in the early 19th century. This work provides a detailed account of the Masonic initiation ceremonies and the various degrees and rituals conferred within the fraternity. The primary focus of the book is to unveil the hidden aspects of Freemasonry, addressing both its structure and symbolic meanings, which could intrigue those interested in the historical and cultural significance of secret societies. The opening of the book sets the stage for the ceremonial and structured nature of Masonic meetings, detailing the process of opening a Lodge, the roles of various officers, and the ritualistic language used during the ceremonies. It vividly describes how candidates are introduced, prepared, and initiated into the first degree of Freemasonry, outlining prayers, symbolic gestures, and the obligations they must accept. The language used reflects the formal and reverent tone of Masonic tradition, with distinct emphasis on the moral and ethical teachings conveyed through its rituals. This portion serves not just as an introduction to Masonic practices but also invites readers into a world of esoteric knowledge and brotherhood, setting the groundwork for deeper exploration of its mysteries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFreemasonry -- United States -- Rituals
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18136
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