The Scarlet Book of Freemasonry

By Moses Wolcott Redding

Book Overview

The Scarlet Book of Freemasonry is a comprehensive guide to the history, symbolism, and rituals of Freemasonry. Written by Moses W. Redding, a prominent Masonic scholar and member of the fraternity, the book explores the origins of Freemasonry, its evolution over time, and its role in shaping the world we live in today.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Freemasonry. The first section provides an overview of the history of the fraternity, tracing its roots back to ancient Egypt and exploring its development in Europe and America. The second section delves into the symbolism of Freemasonry, explaining the meaning behind the various symbols and rituals used in the fraternity.The third section of the book focuses on the rituals themselves, providing a detailed description of the various degrees of Masonry and the ceremonies associated with each one. This section also includes a discussion of the role of women in Freemasonry and the controversy surrounding their exclusion from the fraternity.Throughout the book, Redding emphasizes the importance of Freemasonry as a force for good in the world, promoting the values of brotherhood, charity, and moral virtue. He also addresses some of the criticisms leveled against the fraternity, such as accusations of secrecy and elitism.Overall, The Scarlet Book of Freemasonry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about this ancient and mysterious fraternity. Whether you are a Mason yourself or simply curious about the history and symbolism of Freemasonry, this book provides a fascinating and in-depth look at one of the most influential organizations in the world.A Thrilling and authentic account of the imprisonment, torture, and martyrdom of freemasons and knights templars, for the past six hundred years; also an authentic account of the education, remarkable career, and tragic death of the renowned philosopher Pythagoras.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169355218
• ISBN13: 9781169355217
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 2.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.0" x 10.0"