Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
| Title | Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry |
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| Author | by Albert Pike |
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| Language |  ENG |
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Freemasonry Esoteric and cabalistic traditions |
| Notes | There are 32 chapters (1 per degree in the masonic ranks of the southern jurisdiction, the 33° being the only exception), These chapters generally consist of comparative religion, philosophy, comparative etymologies, symbolism, and numerology. The primary themes are the "Secrets" or the "Great Mysteries" and their symbolism and rituals. It is stated that nothing in the book is meant to unveil any of the secrets of Freemasonry but to simply hint or shed light. An emphasis on religious and cultural tolerance is shown throughout the work, emphasizing that the root of all religions is the same. These common traits and symbols in all religions are explained in detail, beginning with the Orphic Egg or Cosmic Egg, and then moving towards ancient Egyptian, Phoenician, Buddhist, and Hindu texts, and the Abrahamic religions. |
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