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The New York Masonic Code: Containing the Old Charges, Compiled in 1720, Constitutions and General Regulations of the Grand Lodge of New York, and the ... in That M. W. Grand Body (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William T. Woodruff

 
9780331331233: The New York Masonic Code: Containing the Old Charges, Compiled in 1720, Constitutions and General Regulations of the Grand Lodge of New York, and the ... in That M. W. Grand Body (Classic Reprint)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0331331233 ISBN 13: 9780331331233
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book delves into the history and structure of Freemasonry, exploring the organization's principles and practices as they evolved across time and geography. The author examines the organization's structure, with a specific focus on the hierarchy of lodges and their interactions, including the powers and duties of both Grand and subordinate Lodges, their officers, and individual members. The author also explores the complex interplay between Freemasonry and the societies in which it developed, from its ties to the civil magistrate to the role of charity and social welfare. The text is grounded in the "ancient charges" of Freemasonry, presenting insights into the organization's origins and development. Ultimately, the book offers a nuanced and comprehensive look at the principles, practices, and evolution of Freemasonry within its broader historical context.

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Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0331331233
ISBN 13 
9780331331233
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
128