Free audio book that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player. Mackey presents the abstract principles of masonic law in an elementary and methodical form and develops them for the reader. Mackeys revised encyclopedia of freemasonry 1929 az. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonry volumes 1and 2. The symbolism of freemasonry the symbolism of freemasonry is a fairly interesting book but i wonder how accurate it is. Albert g mackey encyclopedia of freemasonry vol 1, length. These volumes include freemasonry and similar rites, from ancient times to after world war ii. In the clerks office of the district court of the united states. The human sacrifice lays straddled as a five point star on the altar. To few freemasons of the present day, except to those who have made freemasonry a subject of especial study, is the name of.
The symbolism of the masonic cat by frater james a. Encyclopedia of freemasonry 1909 albert gallatin mackey. The laws which govern the institution of freemasonry are of two kinds, unwritten and written, and may in a manner be compared with the lex non scripta, or common law, and the lex seripta, or statute law of english and american jurists. I and ii of encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. Free mackeys jurisprudence of freemasonry by albert g. Mackey s encyclopedia of freemasonry on the subject of riding the goat. Encyclopedia freemasonry its kindred sciences, used abebooks. A two volume set of books titled an encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. All the monuments of antiquity that the ravages of time have left, combine to. Albert gallatin mackey was born in charleston, south carolina, the son of john mackey. Mackey ebook read online mackey s jurisprudence of freemasonry by albert g. Albert mackey s an encyclopedia of freemasonry is one of the most significant and wellknown of masonic works. Books, publications, resources for freemasons grand lodge of. Combine with this the recollection of the place where the sprig of acacia was.
Encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences by albert c. Containing a definition of all its communicable terms. Project gutenbergs the symbolism of freemasonry, by albert g. Superimposed behind are the descendant hell triangle and the tau symbol of the royal arch. Albert g mackey encyclopedia of freemasonry vol 1 by doric. Mostly known as a masonic historian, author, and scholar, mackey was also an educator and a medical doctor prior to his lifting the masonic. The real two volumes with images of such a basic masonic encyclopaedia readable free online. A1929 twovolume set mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. The authors purpose in composing this work was to collect materials for a work which would furnish every freemason who might consult its pages, the means of acquiring a knowledge of all matters connected with the science, the philosophy. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
The lex non scripta, or unwritten law of freemasonry is derived from the traditions. Supplement to mackey s encyclopedia of freemasonry with illustrations, appendices and descriptive index, a to zuni indians. Books, publications, resources for freemasons grand. Masonic writers often quote a list of some twentyfive so called landmarks offered by the wellknown american mason, albert g. Goat riding is one of those superstition that permeates most every corner of fraternal initiation. The lion was regarded as a symbol of strength and sovereignty. Albert gallatin mackey, born in charleston, south carolina, march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and author.
Albert g mackey encyclopedia of freemasonry vol 1, author. Mackey appears as author of this encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences, which, being a library in inself, superseded most of the masonic works which have been. Encyclopedia of freemasonry download ebook pdf, epub. Encyclopedia of freemasonry al paperback july 24, 2014 by albert g mackey author 4. Mackey listed in an encyclopedia of freemasonry 1858. Nancy ann berry campbell 18061874 find a grave memorial. In the study of freemasonry there are two kinds of statements.
Mackey became editor of the department of masonic miscellany in the american freemason, and for three years, beginning in 1872, he published mackey s national freemason. History of freemasonry by albert mackey part one prehistoric masonry chapter i tradition and history in masonry in the study of freemasonry there are two kinds of statements which are presented to the mind of the inquiring scholar, which are sometimes concurrent, but much oftener conflicting, in their character. He died at fortress monroe, virginia, june 20, 1881. All the monuments of antiquity that the ravages of time have left, combine to prove that man had no. Albert gallatin mackey march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and. It uses some terminology that educated people would never use, such as jewish church and misspelled the word hindu. Albert gallatin mackey march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and author. Albert gallatin mackey the american masonic historian, was born at charleston, south carolina, march 12, 1807. Albert g mackey 18071881 was the man responsible for it. He is best known for his writing many books and articles about freemasonry, particularly the masonic landmarks. The cat comes from the feline family as does the lion, leopard, tiger, cougarjaguar, cheetah, wildcat, bobcat, and other feline variants. This collection is a partial representation of the masonic publications authored or edited by brother albert g.
Encyclopedia freemasonry its kindred sciences abebooks. Preface i once delivered an address before a lodge on the subject of the external changes which freemasonry had undergone since the period of its revival in the commencement of the eighth century. An encyclopedia of freemasonry 1916 vol 2 a g mackey. A treatise on the constitutional laws, usages and landmarks of freemasonry by albert g. It served its purpose for a time and went through several editions. Mackeys revised encyclopedia of freemasonry volumes 1and. Its usefulness and aid to masonic students worldwide has been the cornerstone of its popularity since it was first published in 1873. Pages 800 and 801 from encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert g. Hamilton, grand secretary of the grand lodge of massachusetts, was engaged as the editorinchief for the project. The masonic service association recognized the need for a current masonic encyclopedia in 1925. In this edition of symbols and symbolism, we look at a reading from albert g. Becoming a contributor to the voice of masonry in 1875, dr.
The history of the longest active and best known american masonic encyclopedia is indeed interesting. This set features volumes i and ii of an encyclopedia of freemasonry revised editions with brown embossed leather covers, a gilt medallion to the front cover marked the masonic history company and gilt masons symbol on the spine. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonry volumes 1and 2 albert g. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonry albert g. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonryvolume 1 and 2 al and mz. With illustrations, a pronouncing dictionary, a readers guide, biblical references, and a descriptive index. Be assured, that god is equally present with the pious hindoo in the temple, the jew in the synagogue, the mohammedan in the mosque, and the christian in the church mackey. An encyclopaedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences, 1912, 1919, 1920, 1924. Mackey, considered widely as a prime authority on all masonic matters stated. Whilst i do not personally agree with all the landmarks identified by mackey, i would list the following, purely as examples of masonic landmarks. The history of freemasonry, 7 volumes, albert mackey book. Comprising the whole range of the arts, sciences and literature of the masonic. The history of freemasonry, 1898 by albert gallatin mackey.
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