Anderson's Constitutions of 1738

Anderson's Constitutions of 1738 is a historical book written by James Anderson, a Scottish Presbyterian minister and historian. The book is a compilation of the rules and regulations that govern the organization and operation of the Freemasons, a secret society that originated in the late medieval period. The Constitutions were first published in 1723, but the 1738 edition is considered the most significant as it contains revisions and additions that reflect the changes in the organization's structure and practices. The book is divided into several sections, including the history of the organization, the qualifications for membership, the duties of the officers, and the rituals and ceremonies that are performed during meetings. Anderson's Constitutions of 1738 is an important historical document as it provides insight into the inner workings of the Freemasons during the 18th century. It also sheds light on the society's influence on politics, religion, and culture during this time period. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of secret societies and their impact on society.The new book of Constitutions of the Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons. It contains their history, charges, regulations, etc. collected and digested by order of the Grand Lodge from their old record, faithful traditions and Lodge books, for the use of the Lodges. Written in Old English. The Introduction gives a brief history of this publication.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.