Freemasonry A Very Short Introduction
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Freemasonry
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Author : Andreas Önnerfors
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017
Freemasonry written by Andreas Önnerfors and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with SOCIAL SCIENCE categories.
Annotation Freemasonry is one of the oldest and most widespread voluntary organizations in the world. Andreas Önnerfors sorts the facts from the colourful fictions surrounding this organization and outlines how the organization works, its rituals and symbols, its values, and the work it does in modern society.
Freemasonry A Very Short Introduction
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Author : Andreas Önnerfors
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017-08-17
Freemasonry A Very Short Introduction written by Andreas Önnerfors and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-17 with Social Science categories.
Freemasonry is one of the oldest and most widespread voluntary organisations in the world. Over the course of three centuries men (and women) have organized themselves socially and voluntarily under its name. With a strong sense of liberation, moral enlightenment, cosmopolitan openness and forward-looking philanthropy, freemasonry has attracted some of the sharpest minds in history and has created a strong platform for nascent civil societies across the globe. With the secrecy of internally communicated knowledge, the clandestine character of organization, and the enactment of rituals and the elaborate use of symbols, freemasonry has also opened up feelings of distrust, as well as allegations of secretiveness and conspiracy. This Very Short Introduction introduces the inner activities of freemasonry, and the rituals, symbols and practices. Looking at the development of the organizational structure of masonry from the local to the global level, Andreas Önnerfors considers perceptions of freemasonry from the outside world, and navigates through the prevalent fictions and conspiracy theories. He also discusses how freemasonry has from its outset struggled with issues of exclusion based upon gender, race and religion, despite promoting tolerant openness and inclusion. Finally Önnerfors shines a light on the rarely discussed but highly compelling history of female agency in masonic and para-masonic orders. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Freemasonry
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language : en
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Release Date : 1843
Freemasonry written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1843 with categories.
Introduction To Freemasonry
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Author : Carl Henry Claudy
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1935
Introduction To Freemasonry written by Carl Henry Claudy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1935 with Freemasons categories.
Introduction To Freemasonry
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Author : Carl Henry Claudy
language : en
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Release Date : 1935
Introduction To Freemasonry written by Carl Henry Claudy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1935 with Freemasons categories.
The Beats A Very Short Introduction
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Author : David Sterritt
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2013-07-25
The Beats A Very Short Introduction written by David Sterritt and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-07-25 with History categories.
This book offers a concise overview of the social, cultural, and aesthetic sensibilities of the Beat Generation, explaining how their drastic visions and radical styles challenged postwar America's dominant values in ways that can still be felt in literature, cinema, music, theatre, and the visual arts.
Freemasonry
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Author : Mark Edward Koltko-Rivera
language : en
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Release Date : 2007
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A Quick Guide To Freemasonry
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Author : David Harrison
language : en
Publisher: Lewis Masonic Pub Limited
Release Date : 2013-11
A Quick Guide To Freemasonry written by David Harrison and has been published by Lewis Masonic Pub Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11 with Social Science categories.
This pocket-sized book is aimed at lodge mentors and both new and established members. New members are full of questions about Freemasonry, and are sometimes afraid to ask established members, thus turning to the Internet to be confronted by an array of websites; some filled with misinformation. This book gives the opportunity to answer those questions, and would be perfect for mentors in lodges on both sides of the Atlantic. The pocket book includes an easy-to-understand guide to Freemasonry—an all-questions-answered approach, providing a brief history of Freemasonry, and a quick guide to Masonic ritual, all in a question-and-answers section with a full index, covering the roles of the officers, the festive board, toasting, and an examination of all the current English Masonic rituals: Emulation, Bottomley, Nigerian, the Bristol, York and Hull working. Effectively, the handbook is an easy-to-understand beginners guide—a why, how, and when of Craft Freemasonry.
A Guide To Modern Freemasonry
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Author : Robert Burtt
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2014-11-20
A Guide To Modern Freemasonry written by Robert Burtt and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-20 with categories.
Ever since the Fraternity made its modern public appearance in 1717, printing presses have produced a torrent of writings dealing with every imaginable aspect of this group. The current state of affairs illustrates my excuse, if you will, for writing this short work. There is too much information about Freemasonry in print. All of this overload just makes a confusing and complex subject even more perplexing for the interested reader. What is needed is a short, easily understood overview of the fascinating world of the Freemasons. It is my belief that many casual laypersons who wish to learn a little about Freemasonry want just that: to learn a little about the Craft. They don't want to embark upon an extensive investigation involving hundreds of pages. They simply want a quick overview of the Fraternity and perhaps get the answers to a few basic questions. After satisfying their curiosity, they wish to move on. It is with this audience in mind that I have decided to pen this little work. The title is meant to be literal. This is a simple, short introduction to a very complex phenomenon. The book closes with a meditation on the ultimate purpose of Freemasonry and its value, both to the individual, and to society as a whole. Other books and areas of research are recommended for the casual reader who might want to explore "The Brotherhood" further.
On The Origin Of Free Masonry
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Author : Thomas Paine
language : en
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Release Date : 2015-08-08
On The Origin Of Free Masonry written by Thomas Paine and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-08 with History categories.
"On the Origin of Free Masonry" is a work by the famous and popular Thomas Paine. Paine is of course the well-known political activist who played a role in both the French and American revolutions. His most famous works include "Common Sense" and "The American Crisis." This book consists of a short essay intended to introduce the reader to free masonry and the background of the fraternal organization. While there is no evidence that Paine himself was a freemason, he was well known as a religious skeptic, and was particularly critical of Christianity. This version of "On the Origin of Free Masonry" is actually stripped of several passages critiquing Christianity that were included in a later publication of this book. Paine's short essay begins with a brief literature review of other sources that have detailed Freemasonry. From there, the author discusses some of the underlying principles and beliefs of Freemasonry, and goes through a series of questions and answers for the new apprentice. The book concludes with a brief commentary on the need for secrecy amongst the Freemasons. At less than thirty pages, this is a very quick read. Paine is knowledgeable about the subject and has prepared a well-crafted introduction to the society. Indeed, this book does provide a short but detailed synopsis that is appropriate for the layman interested in Freemasonry. Ultimately, "On the Origin of Free Masonry" will be read as much for its historical significance as for its content. The book is both interesting as an introductory guide to Freemasonry and a glimpse into Paine's anti religious beliefs, and is thus recommended reading. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
