The Secret Tradition in Freemasonry

The Secret Tradition in Freemasonry is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite. It is an extensive study of the history, symbolism, and teachings of Freemasonry. The book explores the esoteric and mystical aspects of Freemasonry, delving into the hidden meanings behind the rituals, symbols, and practices of the organization. Waite examines the origins of Freemasonry, tracing its roots back to ancient Egypt and the mystery schools of Greece and Rome. He also discusses the influence of Hermeticism, Kabbalah, and other mystical traditions on Freemasonry. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Masonic degrees and their meanings, as well as the history of the various Masonic orders and their role in the development of the organization. The Secret Tradition in Freemasonry is a comprehensive and insightful work that sheds light on the inner workings of one of the most secretive and influential organizations in history.1937. This was Waite's last book and is THE MOST IMPORTANT BOOK EVER WRITTEN ON THE ESOTERIC ASPECTS OF FREEMASONRY. ""I am not offering in this book a revised edition of two volumes which appeared under the same title so far back as 1911. It is so altered, extended and transformed that it may claim to be a new undertaking and to supersede in fact that which it preserves in name."" Waite not only reedited and radically restructured the two volume edition, but he incorporated much of his Emblematic Freemasonry (1925) that it might, as he said, supersede the previous work. This was Waite's last and (in his opinion) most important work on Freemasonry. Contents: Creative and Emblematic Freemasonry; Craft Degrees and Their Connections; Second Holy House; New Alliance in Freemasonry; Quest in Christian Ritual; Masonic Orders of Chivalry Apart from Templar Grades; Templar Grades of Freemasonry; Of Alchemy in Masonry; Of Magical and Kabbalistical Degrees; The Growth of Masonic Tradition; Freemasonry and the French Revolution; Mysteries on their Mystical Side. Extremely important. A masonic classic.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.