Masonic Enlightenment - The Philosophy, History and Wisdom of Freemasonry [Kindle Edition]

Michael R. Poll (Author, Editor)

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A Masonic education from the first page to last. Includes: "The Meaning of Initiation" by Frank C. Higgins; "Operative Masonry: Early Days in the Masonic Era" by Robert I. Clegg; "Masonic Jurisprudence" by Roscoe Pound; "Freemasons in the American Revolution" by Charles S. Lobingier; "A Bird's-Eye View of Masonic History" by H.L. Haywood; "Women and Freemasonry" by Dudley Wright; "In the Interests of the Brethren" by Rudyard Kipling; "The Egyptian Influence on Our Masonic Ceremonial and Ritual" by Thomas Ross; "Anderson's Constitutions of 1723" by Lionel Vibert; "The Rise and Development of Anti-Masonry in America, 1737-1826" by J. Hugo Tatsch; "The Spiritual Significance of Freemasonry" by Silas H. Shepherd; "Rosicrucianism in Freemasonry" by H.V.B. Voorhis; "The New Atlantis and Freemasonry" by A.J.B. Milborne; "Masonry and World Peace" by Joseph Fort Newton and more. One of the most popular Masonic books in print.

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 342 KB
• Publisher: Cornerstone Book Publishers (July 1, 2006)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B001P5GETU
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #45,774 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
  • #3 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Nonfiction > Religion & Spirituality > Other Practices > Freemasonry
  • #10 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Other Practices > Freemasonry

More About the Author

Michael R. Poll (1954 - present) is the owner of Cornerstone Book Publishers. He is a Fellow and Past President of The Masonic Society, a Fellow of the Philalethes Society, a Fellow of the Maine Lodge of Research and Secretary of the Louisiana Lodge of Research.

A New York Times Bestselling writer and publisher, he is a prolific writer, editor and publisher of Masonic and esoteric books. As time permits, he travels and speaks on the history of Freemasonry, with a particular focus on the early history of the Scottish Rite.

He lives in New Orleans, LA with his wife and two sons.

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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great choice of Masonic material, January 13, 2008

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E. King - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Masonic Enlightenment - The Philosophy, History and Wisdom of Freemasonry (Paperback)

Mike Poll has pulled together a variety of essays from past generations and presented them for the enlightenment of Masons today. These are time-tested thoughts and ideas which older members may have encountered decades ago but which newer members may have never seen. Regardless of your Masonic age, you'll find this small book a delight to read. Whether you devour it on a snowy evening or read a single essay while waiting for car repair to finish, you'll find it a perfect companion and WELL worth the price.

22 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review by a life member of the Philalethes Society., July 24, 2007

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Noble Sir "Craftsman" (Korea) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Masonic Enlightenment - The Philosophy, History and Wisdom of Freemasonry (Paperback)

All I can say about this book is WOW! It is great, and as metioned on it's back cover, it really is a portable Masonic Education. All Master Masons will benefit from the wide range of Masonic subjects covered in this small book no matter how long they have been on the path. The book consists of easily read short Masonic essays by past authors who were recognized experts at the time of their original writing. Brother Michael R. Poll is a highly talented Masonic Editor who is leaving a wonderful legacy of Masonic books full of Masonic and Rosicrucian Knowledge to future generations. Read his books Master Masons and eat anti-masons for lunch and giggles, like I do.

12 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good knowledge, November 16, 2007

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Spencer A. Brooks (Phenix City, AL) - See all my reviews
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I enjoyed this book and the many stories in it. I think that it gives a new mason a stronger understanding of masonry and may answer some questions.