""Our Ancient Brethren: The Originators of Freemasonry"" is a book written by F. de P. Castells that explores the origins of Freemasonry. The author delves into the historical context of the organization, tracing its roots to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. He also examines the role of the Knights Templar and the Rosicrucians in the development of Freemasonry.Castells provides a detailed account of the symbolism and rituals that are central to Freemasonry, and he offers insights into the philosophy and beliefs of its members. He also discusses the controversies surrounding the organization, including its alleged ties to secret societies and conspiracy theories.Overall, ""Our Ancient Brethren"" is a comprehensive and informative guide to the history and significance of Freemasonry. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the subject, whether they are members of the organization or simply curious about its origins and practices.1932. An introduction to the history of Rosicrucianism, dealing with the period 1300-1600 AD. Selected contents: Who were the Cabbalists; Cross of the Rosicrucians; Looking back, the Rosicrucians were Cabbalists; Looking forward, the Rosicrucians were Freemasons; Rosy Cross in England; Fama Fraternitatis; Confession Fraternitatis; Legend of the Knights of the Golden Stone; Rosy Cross and the Bible; Historic process of evolution; Modern developments; Postscript.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.
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