Freemasonry is an ancient secret society shrouded in obscurity. Fascination with the mysteries of the Masons reached a fevered pitch after the release of Dan Brown’s novels Angels and Demons, The Da Vinci Code, and The Lost Symbol. But these novels and their related movies raised more questions than they answered.
The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Freemasonry, Second Edition, fills readers in on the truths behind the mysteries. In it, readers get:
- A fact-filled overview of the birth and beginnings of Freemasonry, including its relationship to the Knights Templar and Egypt.
- Fascinating facts about famous Masons.
- An explanation of the various Masonic organizations, such as the York and Scottish rites, and the Shriners.
- A behind-the-scenes look at what really goes on in a Masonic lodge, including initiations.
- A new walking tour of Washington, DC, pointing out the hidden Masonic symbols featured in The Lost Symbol.
- Scripts for Masonic rituals, giving a flavor of the language used in such ceremonies.
- A field guide to Masonic symbols and regalia, with photos and explanations of significance.
- The history behind Masonic philanthropic efforts and youth groups.
- A history of African-American Freemasonry and the role of women in Masonic organizations.
- ISBN10 1615642374
- ISBN13 9781615642373
- Publish Date 5 February 2013
- Publish Status Out of Stock
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
- Imprint Alpha
- Edition 2nd ed.
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 352
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9781615642373