A Masonic Compendium to the Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East

""A Masonic Compendium to the Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East"" by George Winslow Plummer is a comprehensive guide to the spiritual and philosophical texts of the East. The book explores the ancient wisdom of the Hindu, Buddhist, Taoist, and other Eastern traditions, and how they have influenced the teachings and practices of Freemasonry. The author delves into the symbolism and allegory used in these texts, and how they relate to the Masonic rituals and beliefs. He also discusses the historical and cultural context in which these texts were written, providing valuable insights into the development of Eastern spirituality. The book is divided into sections, each focusing on a particular tradition or text. The first section covers the Hindu scriptures, including the Vedas, Upanishads, and Bhagavad Gita. The second section explores the Buddhist canon, including the Pali Canon and the Mahayana sutras. The third section looks at the Taoist classics, such as the Tao Te Ching and the Chuang Tzu. Throughout the book, Plummer provides commentary and analysis, drawing connections between the Eastern texts and the Masonic teachings. He also includes a glossary of key terms and concepts, as well as a bibliography for further reading. Overall, ""A Masonic Compendium to the Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of Eastern spirituality and Freemasonry. It provides a deep understanding of the ancient wisdom of the East and how it has influenced the Western tradition of Freemasonry.1918. This book is a guide to the 14 volumes of the Sacred Books of the East. In these books are to be found the fundamentals of all the great world religions, sciences, and philosophies extant. The Sacred Books are books of Magic and when the Masonic student realizes this, he will more fully understand his ancient rituals, rites, and symbolism. See our catalog for the 14 volume set by Horne.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.