History
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Good Morning Quarrymen Today’s video is a compilation of 5 ‘Christmas themed’ presentations published on the channel over the last few years. I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and best wishes for the Festive Season!
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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 text is an impassioned plea for Masonic education and a condemnation of apathy within the fraternity. The author, Warren B. Smith, argues that Masonry’s strength lies in its historical background and essential principles, which should be actively taught and discussed within lodges. He emphasizes the importance of individual engagement and participation, citing examples from
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Good evening Quarrymen This weekend we’ll be presenting a lecture written 100 years ago, but I didn’t change a word. This text is an impassioned plea for Masonic education and a condemnation of apathy within the fraternity. The author, Warren B. Smith, argues that Masonry’s strength lies in its historical background and essential principles, which
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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.
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A From the Quarries Community Video – All of the data presented in this paper was provided by members of the From the Quarries community in April 2024. “Where to From Here” is a research paper on the state of Freemasonry in the 21st century. It uses data from a survey of over 2,000 respondents,
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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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Good evening Quarrymen This weekend … Mystic Masonry by J.D. Buck is an essential exploration of the profound esoteric principles that underlie the Craft, drawing direct connections between modern Freemasonry and the ancient Mysteries. Buck delves into the rich symbolism, rituals, and the Secret Doctrine, presenting Freemasonry not merely as a system of ethical instruction
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This week’s video is a compendium of videos from the archive: CONTENTS
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Good evening Quarrymen and welcome to our new Channel Member ‘Brenda Beamer Ford’ 😍 This weekend a collection of ‘archive’ videos exploring traditions and orders that lie beyond the three Craft Degrees. From the arcane to the spiritual, I hope you’ll find plenty to enjoy! On YouTube this Saturday.
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