Mackey ebook read online mackeys jurisprudence of freemasonry by albert g. He is best known for his writing many books and articles about freemasonry, particularly the masonic landmarks. Mackey has 82 books on goodreads with 3412 ratings. Mackey s freemasonry encyclopedia a1 a in the accadian, greek, etruscan, pelasgian, gallic, samaritan, and egyptian or coptic, of nearly the same formation as the english letter. His first masonic piece, a lexicon of freemasonry, was published in 1845. Albert gallatin mackey, 33, was a native of charleston, south carolina, and a graduate of the medical college in charleston. Robert clegs revised edition of mackeys encyclopedia suggests a more charitable viewpoint by replacing and omitting the overtly opiniated phrases. It originally meant with or together, but at present signifies one. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Mackey s revised encyclopedia of freemasonryvolume 1 and 2 al and mz. Author albert gallatin mackey, a renowned historian of the society who held many high positions in the order, traces the rise of freemasonry from its roots in the ages of biblical patriarchs and ancient rome to the eighteenthcentury involvement of the founding fathers of the united states. As a contributor to the literature and science of freemasonry, doctor mackeys labors have been more extensive than those of any other in america or in europe.
Was the divine cagliostro nothing more than the charlatan mackey and others1 made him out to be. Encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences by. Project gutenbergs the symbolism of freemasonry, by albert g. In the clerks office of the district court of the united states, for the district of south. The masons who do not read will know nothing of the interior beauties of speculative masonry, but will be content to suppose it to be something like odd fellowship, or the order of the knights of pythias only, perhaps, a little older. The history of the introduction of this word into the ritualism of freemasonry would be. The history of freemasonry by mackey,albert and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Apr 16, 2017 albert mackey went on to hold numerous positions and to be affiliated with numerous other masonic lodges. Included is his classic 7 volume set entitled the history of freemasonry. Goat riding is one of those superstition that permeates most every corner of fraternal initiation. Mackeys most popular book is the symbolism of freemasonry. Encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences by albert c.
The real two volumes with images of such a basic masonic encyclopaedia readable free online. Albert mackey s an encyclopedia of freemasonry is one of the most significant and wellknown of masonic works. The history of freemasonry, 7 volumes, albert mackey book. The landmarks of freemasonry, as compiled by albert mackey in 1858, are not universally accepted. He is best known for his encyclopedia of freemasonry, which forms a large portion of the content on this website. To few freemasons of the present day, except to those who have made freemasonry a subject of especial study, is the name of desaguliers very familiar. For example, the system of three degrees of craft freemasonry isnt a landmark. Compiler of a lexicon of freemasonry in 1845, he went on to publish many books on freemasonry, most notably his encyclopedia of freemasonry. This set deals with prehistoric masonry, including its legendary history. Mackeys work untouched, but at the same time to correct statements. The following documents i deem of sufficient authority to substantiate any principle, or to determine any disputed question in masonic law. Albert gallatin mackey march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and. In freemasonry, the equilateral triangle, called the delta, with or without a yod in the center, the yod alone, and the letter g. Volume 1 an encyclopaedia of freemasonry by mackey, albert, hughan, william j.
Books, publications, resources for freemasons grand lodge of. Albert mackey went on to hold numerous positions and to be affiliated with numerous other masonic lodges. Buy encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert gallatin mackey online at alibris. 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. Jul 24, 2014 encyclopedia of freemasonry al paperback july 24, 2014 by albert g mackey author 4. Albert gallatin mackey the american masonic historian, was born at charleston. Mackeys revised encyclopedia of freemasonry 1929 az. Comprising the whole range of the arts, sciences and literature of the masonic institution. Brother albert pike, who has devoted much labor to the investigation of this confused subject of the zoroastrian era, says, in an able article in doctor mackey s national freemason volume iii, no.
Yet, men like mackey lay the paverstones for the path of selfdiscovery amongst masons. An excellent quick reference source of the written an. With illustrations, a pronouncing dictionary, a readers guide, biblical references, and a descriptive index. Today you can find the tomb of albert gallatin mackey at glenwood cemetery in washington d. In 1845 he published his first masonic work, entitled a lexicon of freemasonry. These digital files of works in their original format are presented for the benefit of. The great masonic historian albert mackeys last work, this book was completed by william singleton and traces the history of the order across the globe as well as its historical precedents. Whilst i do not personally agree with all the landmarks identified by mackey, i would list the following, purely as examples of masonic landmarks. In this edition of symbols and symbolism, we look at a reading from albert g. Mackey listed in an encyclopedia of freemasonry 1858.
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 a g mackey copy internet archive. Lexicon of freemasonry 1869 by albert g mackey internet archive. In most languages it is the initial letter of the alphabet not so, however.
Mackeys encyclopedia of freemasonry on the subject of riding the goat. Mackey, also the author of the lexicon of freemasonry 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 tolerated by the craftchiefly because none better could be obtained. Apr 16, 2017 today you can find the tomb of albert gallatin mackey at glenwood cemetery in washington d. Albert mackey is considered one of the most important masonic writers of all time. Free audio book that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player. You may copy it, give it away or reuse it under the terms of the project gutenberg license included with this ebook or online at. What links here related changes upload file special pages permanent link page. A new and revised edition an encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences comprising the wwole range of arts, sciences and literature as connected with the institution by albert g. He gave many years of his life to this research and the book is wellworth every year he spent in dusty libraries, to produce this work.
In the time that he was affiliated with freemasonry, mackey produced many different works about the fraternity. Albert gallatin mackey was born in charleston, south carolina, the son of john mackey 1765 december 14, 1831, a physician. Free mackeys jurisprudence of freemasonry by albert g. Freemasonry, when these documents were written, was christian in its character, but it was protestant. Brother albert pike, who has devoted much labor to the investigation of this confused subject of the zoroastrian era, says, in an able article in doctor mackeys national freemason volume iii, no.
Encyclopedia of freemasonry al paperback july 24, 2014 by albert g mackey author 4. The third degree didnt exist at the time of the formation of the first grand lodge in england. The history of freemasonry, 1898 by albert gallatin mackey. Mackeys history of freemasonry 1921 edition open library. The history of freemasonry is clouded with time, personal prejudice, suppression and many other factors. In the study of freemasonry there are two kinds of statements. Masonic author and scholar who lived from 1807 1881. Encyclopedia freemasonry its kindred sciences, used abebooks.
Encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert gallatin mackey alibris. The great masonic historian albert mackey s last work, this book was completed by william singleton and traces the history of the order across the globe as well as its historical precedents. Containing a definition of all its communicable terms, notices of its history, traditions, and antiquities, and an account. Mackeys revised encyclopedia of freemasonry 1929 az volume. The history of freemasonry, 7 volumes, albert mackey. Encyclopedia of freemasonry kindle edition by mackey. Albert gallatin mackey march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and author. Mackeys revised encyclopedia of freemasonryvolume 1 and 2 al and mz. He is best known for his writing many books and articles about. The history of the introduction of this word into the ritualism of freemasonry would be highly interesting, were it not so obscure. It is signed below yours paternally albert g mackey this signature has not been authenticated, could be an original or a reproduction i do. Encyclopedia of freemasonry by albert gallatin mackey.
Mackey, an encyclopedia of freemasonry 1878 is the verdict in. They are presented as a pdf of the original publication from the 1800s. An encyclopaedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences, 1912, 1919, 1920, 1924. Didron remarks that in the old documents which he has examined. History of freemasonry by albert mackey part one the bridge.
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