The symbolism of freemasonry the symbolism of freemasonry is a fairly interesting book but i wonder how accurate it is. Books, publications, resources for freemasons grand. The history of freemasonry, 1898 by albert gallatin mackey. Preface i once delivered an address before a lodge on the subject of the external changes which freemasonry had undergone since the period of its revival in the commencement of the eighth century. Encyclopedia of freemasonry 1909 albert gallatin mackey. Mackey, considered widely as a prime authority on all masonic matters stated. Albert gallatin mackey, born in charleston, south carolina, march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and author. Encyclopedia freemasonry its kindred sciences, used abebooks.
Mackey s encyclopedia of freemasonry on the subject of riding the goat. It uses some terminology that educated people would never use, such as jewish church and misspelled the word hindu. The cat comes from the feline family as does the lion, leopard, tiger, cougarjaguar, cheetah, wildcat, bobcat, and other feline variants. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonry albert g. Encyclopedia of freemasonry al paperback july 24, 2014 by albert g mackey author 4. Hamilton, grand secretary of the grand lodge of massachusetts, was engaged as the editorinchief for the project. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonryvolume 1 and 2 al and mz. It served its purpose for a time and went through several editions. Goat riding is one of those superstition that permeates most every corner of fraternal initiation. This collection is a partial representation of the masonic publications authored or edited by brother albert g. The masonic service association recognized the need for a current masonic encyclopedia in 1925. In masonic circles, few names carry the weight that comes with the eminent that of albert gallatin mackey. Albert g mackey encyclopedia of freemasonry vol 1, author. In the clerks office of the district court of the united states.
The symbolism of the masonic cat by frater james a. Mackey listed in an encyclopedia of freemasonry 1858. Mackey continued actively his writings in that publication until 1878 when his failing health completely. Books, publications, resources for freemasons grand lodge of. Containing a definition of all its communicable terms. The authors purpose in composing this work was to collect materials for a work which would furnish every freemason who might consult its pages, the means of acquiring a knowledge of all matters connected with the science, the philosophy.
Combine with this the recollection of the place where the sprig of acacia was. Encyclopedia of freemasonry download ebook pdf, epub. In this edition of symbols and symbolism, we look at a reading from albert g. Be assured, that god is equally present with the pious hindoo in the temple, the jew in the synagogue, the mohammedan in the mosque, and the christian in the church mackey. Albert gallatin mackey march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and author. All the monuments of antiquity that the ravages of time have left, combine to. I and ii of encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. An encyclopedia of freemasonry 1916 vol 2 a g mackey.
Encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences by albert c. Project gutenbergs the symbolism of freemasonry, by albert g. The history of freemasonry, 7 volumes, albert mackey book. The noted masonic scholar, brother and sir knight albert g. He served as grand secretary for the grand lodge of ancient free.
Albert g mackey encyclopedia of freemasonry vol 1, length. Mackeys revised encyclopedia of freemasonry volumes 1and. An excellent quick reference source of the written an. History of freemasonry by albert mackey part one prehistoric masonry chapter i tradition and history in masonry in the study of freemasonry there are two kinds of statements which are presented to the mind of the inquiring scholar, which are sometimes concurrent, but much oftener conflicting, in their character. Mackey presents the abstract principles of masonic law in an elementary and methodical form and develops them for the reader. The human sacrifice lays straddled as a five point star on the altar. The history of the longest active and best known american masonic encyclopedia is indeed interesting. Encyclopedia freemasonry its kindred sciences abebooks. Albert g mackey encyclopedia of freemasonry vol 1 by doric. Masonic writers often quote a list of some twentyfive so called landmarks offered by the wellknown american mason, albert g. Albert gallatin mackey was born in charleston, south carolina, the son of john mackey. Promises are a sacred covenant and that the candidate makes a promise to the order.
Free audio book that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player. Albert gallatin mackey march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and. Pages 800 and 801 from encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. Comprising the whole range of the arts, sciences and literature of the masonic.
Nancy ann berry campbell 18061874 find a grave memorial. The lex non scripta, or unwritten law of freemasonry is derived from the traditions. Mackey ebook read online mackey s jurisprudence of freemasonry by albert g. An encyclopedia of freemasonry 1916 vol 1 a g mackey. In the study of freemasonry there are two kinds of statements. Albert g mackey 18071881 was the man responsible for it.
Mackeys revised encyclopedia of freemasonry 1929 az. He died at fortress monroe, virginia, june 20, 1881. A two volume set of books titled an encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. A treatise on the constitutional laws, usages and landmarks of freemasonry by albert g. All the monuments of antiquity that the ravages of time have left, combine to prove that man had no. Whilst i do not personally agree with all the landmarks identified by mackey, i would list the following, purely as examples of masonic landmarks. The real two volumes with images of such a basic masonic encyclopaedia readable free online. With illustrations, a pronouncing dictionary, a readers guide, biblical references, and a descriptive index. The lion was regarded as a symbol of strength and sovereignty. Supplement to mackey s encyclopedia of freemasonry with illustrations, appendices and descriptive index, a to zuni indians. To few freemasons of the present day, except to those who have made freemasonry a subject of especial study, is the name of. This set features volumes i and ii of an encyclopedia of freemasonry revised editions with brown embossed leather covers, a gilt medallion to the front cover marked the masonic history company and gilt masons symbol on the spine.
Free mackeys jurisprudence of freemasonry by albert g. Albert mackey s an encyclopedia of freemasonry is one of the most significant and wellknown of masonic works. Albert gallatin mackey the american masonic historian, was born at charleston, south carolina, march 12, 1807. Mackey appears as author of this encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences, which, being a library in inself, superseded most of the masonic works which have been.
Mackey became editor of the department of masonic miscellany in the american freemason, and for three years, beginning in 1872, he published mackey s national freemason. These volumes include freemasonry and similar rites, from ancient times to after world war ii. A1929 twovolume set mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. Its usefulness and aid to masonic students worldwide has been the cornerstone of its popularity since it was first published in 1873. Superimposed behind are the descendant hell triangle and the tau symbol of the royal arch. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonry volumes 1and 2. The laws which govern the institution of freemasonry are of two kinds, unwritten and written, and may in a manner be compared with the lex non scripta, or common law, and the lex seripta, or statute law of english and american jurists. Mostly known as a masonic historian, author, and scholar, mackey was also an educator and a medical doctor prior to his lifting the masonic. Becoming a contributor to the voice of masonry in 1875, dr. He is best known for his writing many books and articles about freemasonry, particularly the masonic landmarks.
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