Druidism in the Emblems of Freemasonry (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168644954)

""Druidism In The Emblems Of Freemasonry"" by W. Winwood Reade is a comprehensive exploration of the connections between the ancient Celtic religion of Druidism and the symbols and rituals of Freemasonry. The author, a prominent 19th-century scholar and Freemason, delves into the history and mythology of Druidism, tracing its roots back to pre-Christian times and exploring its influence on the development of Western esoteric traditions.Reade then examines the symbols and practices of Freemasonry, revealing their deep connections to Druidic beliefs and practices. He shows how the Masonic lodge is a modern-day manifestation of the ancient Druidic circle, and how the various emblems and rituals of Freemasonry are steeped in Druidic symbolism.Throughout the book, Reade draws on a wealth of historical and mythological sources to support his arguments, and he provides numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the connections between Druidism and Freemasonry. He also includes a detailed appendix with additional information on Druidic and Masonic symbolism, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in these ancient traditions.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Veil of Isis or Mysteries of the Druids, by W. Winwood Reade. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103102.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.

Author: W. Winwood Reade
ISBN-10: 116864495X
ISBN-13: 9781168644954
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 26
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.47lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d