Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry/Pamphlets

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Summary: Good book for the beginning mason.
Review: A good book for the beginning mason. Still holds true in the 21st century masons life. Shawn D Young has obviously never been inside a masonic meeting,and does not know what he is talking about. Most masons don't have any outside sign of masonry. We represent all age groups and are lodged in almost every country in the world. Maybe he should investigate something more before he loosens his tongue.

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Summary: The Scottish Rite explained, but very difficult reading
Review: Albert Pike was the first person to write a comprehensive review explaining the meaning of the various degrees of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. He writes in a style that is esoteric and philosophic; this is not light reading. Each of the 29 degrees in the Scottish Rite are explained, interjeted with Pike's personal views of how they relate to modern (at the time) Masonry. Originally written in the 1800's, this book has survived to become a standard reference for all Scottish Rite Masons.There are other books that explain the Scottish Rite and are much easier to read, especially for a new Scottish Rite Mason.

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Summary: Applied Philosophy
Review: What is the philosophy inculcated by the Masonic Fraternity? Why have so many renowned men such as George Washington, Mozart, Benjamin Franklin, Harry S. Truman, and Sir Winston Churchill found in Masonic membership keys to leading enlightened lives? 'Morals and Dogma', written by poet, philosopher, frontiersman, soldier, humanitarian and philanthropist Albert Pike, explores in this volume answers to these questions, along with commentaries on religious and philosophical beliefs throughout history. Recommended to everyone who is interested in philosophy and comparative religion, but more especially to the Mason who desires a more thorough understanding of his fraternity.