Filtering by Genre / Topic: freemasonry in books gave 10 results.
Leadbeater explores the origins and symbolism of ancient mystery traditions and Freemasonry, drawing connections with the mysteries of Egypt, Greece and Rome, including the cult of Mithras.
Rudolf Steiner on Cosmic Rhythms, Ancient Mysteries and the Cult of Mithras, from Druidic Ritual to Christianity and Freemasonry.
Manly P. Hall’s monumental 1928 survey of the ancient Mysteries, occult philosophy and esoteric symbolism, including an influential modern interpretation of the rites and symbolism of Mithras.
Initiation across cultures and historical periods provides the wider context for an examination of Masonic initiation, its symbolism, purposes and place in contemporary society.
A study of initiation as a central feature of Western esotericism, encompassing Freemasonry, Hermeticism, the Golden Dawn and modern pagan traditions.
In their groundbreaking new book, Mushrooms, Myths & Mithras, classics scholar Carl Ruck and friends reveal compelling evidence suggesting that psychedelic mushroom use was equally influential in early Europe, where it was central to initiation cerem
James R. Russell examines parallels between Mithraic initiation and Freemasonry and the possibility of historical continuity between them.
Exploration of Mithraic history, ritual and spirituality, with particular attention to their alleged survival in Freemasonry and the medieval cult of Saint Michael.