"The Builders: A Story and Study of Freemasonry" provides a general survey of Masonic origins, history and philosophy. It was at one time given to every new Mason in Iowa, probably a better choice than Morals and Dogma, which is almost three times as long and much more difficult reading. Written by Joseph Fort Newton, "The Builders" offers a scholarly but approachable treatment of Masonry sure to enlighten not only a general audience, but practicing Freemasons. As a rationalist, Joseph Fort Newton deflates claims of an ...
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"The Builders: A Story and Study of Freemasonry" provides a general survey of Masonic origins, history and philosophy. It was at one time given to every new Mason in Iowa, probably a better choice than Morals and Dogma, which is almost three times as long and much more difficult reading. Written by Joseph Fort Newton, "The Builders" offers a scholarly but approachable treatment of Masonry sure to enlighten not only a general audience, but practicing Freemasons. As a rationalist, Joseph Fort Newton deflates claims of an ancient origin for Masonry per se; rather he illuminates the historical precedents of the group. He starts with ancient Egypt, not because he believes that the Egyptians had functioning Masonic lodges, but because that is where monumental architecture began. He covers the ancient mystery religions, and the true origin of Masonry in organizations of medieval stone-masons. After a period of decline, a London meeting held in 1717 at the Goose and Gridiron Alehouse united the remaining four Lodges of England, and started modern Freemasonry. The two-tier organization proliferated into three, and then multiple degrees, during the 18th and 19th centuries, eventually resulting in modern Freemasonry. Masonry, which had started as an underground association of building trade workers, evolved into a fraternal group which included both members of the English royal family and American revolutionaries. Despite his rational stance, Newton is rhapsodic about the progressive influence of the Masonic movement and philosophy, both for individuals seeking 'the lost word', and for society as a whole. Newton claims that the world has benefited greatly because of the Masonic ideals of liberty, fraternity and equality. "The Builders" tells the Masonic side of this story. "
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Good. Blue boards w/ gilded titling on spine. DJ is unclipped but slightly edgeworn. "With an Interpretation of its Spirit, Philosophy and Mission" Numerous b/w photos. Gift inscription and signatures cover FEP. Has a seperate chart titled "Diagram of the order of Masonry and Related organizations Professional book dealer since 1975. All orders are processed promptly and packaged with the utmost care. Satisfaction guaranteed.
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Fine in Near Fine jacket. Revised and enlarged edition. Fine in near fine dustwrapper. The ablest and most inspiring one-volume work in the literature of the craft.
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Very Good in Very Good- jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. From the dust jacket, "The ablest and most inspiring one-volume work in the literature of the Craft". 315 pp. Tight and clean with light edge wear. A little soiling on page ends which are slightly yellowed. Dust jacket has chipping along spine extremes and edges. Closed tear (2 1/2 in. ) on rear hinge at base and then 1/2" across into spine. Front top edge has 1/2" tear near corner. Corners have shipping and flaps have creasing and wear. Base of rear cover has creasing and a 1/2" closed tear. Worn dust jacket but now in protective cover.
A a historical document, it is of interest. However, unless you are a student of Masonic lore this book will not be very useful. At one time, it was a very influential book but has been over-taken by modern authors. Bro. Newton's support of the Comacine Masters as the root of Freemasonry is outdated.