Esoteric
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This text by A.E. Waite explores the origins of Speculative Freemasonry, questioning the commonly held belief that it directly descended from medieval operative guilds. The author argues that Hermetic schools, specifically Alchemical, Rosicrucian, and Kabalistic traditions, played a crucial role in transforming operative Masonry into a speculative fraternity focused on philosophical and spiritual pursuits around…
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Good evening Quarrymen I’ve been working on a video featuring AE Waite’s analysis of Hermetic Masonry for some time, but it’s been a struggle. Waite’s writing style is so baroque that it’s quite hard to read aloud, let alone visualise. Here’s an example of a typical sentence: “It would account at once not alone for…
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Good evening Quarrymen Coming to YouTube this weekend … Jacques de Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, symbolizes both the grandeur and tragic downfall of this medieval military order. Founded in 1118 to protect Christian pilgrims, the Templars rose to prominence, amassing wealth, influence, and autonomy that eventually provoked envy and opposition…
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This 1929 research paper explores the connections between ancient Egyptian mysteries and Freemasonry, arguing that Egyptian knowledge and religious practices significantly influenced later cultures, including Greece and Judaism. The author traces the historical interaction between Egypt and Greece, highlighting the transmission of scientific and philosophical ideas from Egyptian priests to Greek scholars. Furthermore, the text…
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Good evening Quarrymen Coming to YouTube this Saturday 14 December … The Ancient Mysteries of Egypt and Greece. This 1929 research paper explores the connections between ancient Egyptian mysteries and Freemasonry, arguing that Egyptian knowledge and religious practices significantly influenced later cultures, including Greece and Judaism. The author traces the historical interaction between Egypt and…
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In this video Arthur Edward Waite’s writings explore the historical relationship between alchemy and Freemasonry, arguing that both traditions share a common mystical origin but diverged over time, with alchemy shifting from a physical science to a spiritual one and Masonry evolving from operative craft guilds to speculative societies. A lecture by S.H. Perry further…
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Good evening Quarrymen This weekend, lectures by A.E Waite and S.H. Perry exploring the relationship between Masonry and Alchemy. Arthur Edward Waite’s writing explores the historical relationship between alchemy and Freemasonry, arguing that both traditions share a common mystical origin but diverged over time, with alchemy shifting from a physical science to a spiritual one…
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This text is an address delivered by Walter Leslie Wilmshurst to the Lodge of Living Stones in 1929. He argues that Freemasonry is a progressive science of self-discovery, emphasizing the pursuit of Truth as central to the Masonic journey. Wilmshurst contrasts belief with faith, asserting that faith is the soul’s energetic striving toward an ideal,…
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This weekend another glimpse into the fascinating mind of Walter Wilmshurst … This text is an address delivered by Walter Leslie Wilmshurst to the Lodge of Living Stones in 1929. He argues that Freemasonry is a progressive science of self-discovery, emphasizing the pursuit of Truth as central to the Masonic journey. Wilmshurst contrasts belief with…
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The Holy Royal Arch of Jerusalem, as explored by W.Bro. E.H. Shackleton in this paper from 1930, represents the zenith of Freemasonry under the English Constitution, building upon and completing the Master Mason degree. Rooted in the 1813 Articles of Union, the Royal Arch exemplifies a transformative journey of spiritual regeneration, urging candidates to transcend…
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Good evening Quarrymen This weekend we have quite a deep and insightful paper exploring some of the intricacies of the HRA. I have removed a lot of information that requires a membership of the order to fully comprehend, but I think it remains and important and valuable document. Coming to YouTube 9 November – I…
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This compilation of five videos from the archive explores some aspects of Masonic and Pythagorean number theory. Introduction The Arithmetic of Freemasonry (Part 1) The Arithmetic of Freemasonry (Part 2) The Arithmetic of Freemasonry (Part 3) Pythagoras: his Tenets and his Followers The Pythagorean View on Numbers
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John Dee (1527-1608) represents one of the most multifaceted and enigmatic figures of the Elizabethan era, encapsulating the confluence of alchemical practice, mathematical theory, philosophical inquiry, mystical exploration, and political advisory roles. His life and works reflect the intellectual landscape of Renaissance Europe, wherein the distinctions between science, magic, and religion were permeable, enabling a…
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Good evening Quarrymen As you may have guessed from the latest quiz question, this weekend we’ll be taking a detour to the Court of Elizabeth I of England. Dee is a particular obsession of mine, so this video could easily have been 5 hours long. As it is I hope you will enjoy a brief…
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I am delighted to present Bro. Chigozie Ozor’s ‘Beyond the Temple Veil’. This excerpt from “The Masonic Gates” is a persuasive piece of writing that describes Freemasonry as a spiritual journey of self-discovery and enlightenment. The text emphasizes the importance of embracing mystery and confronting the unknown as a path to personal growth and transformation.…
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Good evening Quarrymen A very special video this weekend as we present a world premiere of an inspirational new work by our very own Brother Chigozie Ozor of the District Grand Lodge of Nigeria. I’m honoured that Chigozie has allowed the channel to host his work and I hope you will join me in congratulating…
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Now on YouTube! Fully immerse yourself in this fascinating topic by clicking here to access the video, a copy of the original text, a podcast discussing the work and the original soundtrack music.
