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Freemasons For Dummies (For Dummies (History, Biography & Politics))

Freemasons For Dummies (For Dummies (History, Biography & Politics))
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Manufacturer: For Dummies
Written By: Christopher Hodapp
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 366.1
EAN: 9780764597961
ISBN: 0764597965
Label: For Dummies
Manufacturer: For Dummies
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 384
Publication Date: 2005-09-30
Publisher: For Dummies
Studio: For Dummies

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Editorial Reviews: At last, a plain-English guide to Freemasonry-the secret society that's reportedly at the center of Dan Brown's forthcoming novel The Solomon Key

With Freemasonry featured prominently in The Da Vinci Code as well as the hit movie National Treasure, it's no wonder that more and more people are curious about this ancient organization, and interest is sure to intensify when Dan Brown's new blockbuster appears. This balanced, eye-opening guide demystifies Freemasonry, explaining everything from its elaborate rituals and cryptic rites to the veiled symbols and their meanings. The book profiles famous Freemasons throughout history including many of America's Founding Fathers as well as prominent politicians and business leaders offers a balanced assessment of the many controversies and conspiracy theories that continue to swirl around Freemasonry. For anyone who wants an evenhanded overview of Freemasonry's past, present, and future, this guide is the key.

Christopher Hodapp (Indianapolis, IN) is a Mason who has traveled extensively reporting on Masonic practices in Great Britain, France, and elsewhere. He is currently a Past Master and a Master of his lodge. Hodapp edits the lodge newsletter and has written for the Grand Lodge magazine, the Indiana Freemason.


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Summary: A must for every Master Mason
Comment: I found not all was true to my Jusisdiction but a good read. A better read for someone that is a new member or older member wanting to refresh his memory.

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Summary: Not a fan of For Dummies Books
Comment: The information in this book is solid and I own it. However, I'm not a big fan of For Dummies books. There are a lot of other Masonic books out there that do a much better job. Masonry is not something that you get through as fast as you can, there is no completion. It is a lifetime of seeking light, so take your time, reading this book isn't going to make you a better mason, you will just know more stuff. The true light is in the journey not the destination.

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Summary: Good value for the money
Comment: This book provides information on all important aspects of freemasonry.
The book was so accurate and detailed that some of my freemason friends were surprised at my newly found knowledge.

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Summary: Informative
Comment: I bought this book because I'm just starting out as a Freemason. It was pointed out to me by a few of the brothers as a good way to get a glimpse into what Freemasonry was all about. Indeed several topics are covered in this guide and I did find many factoids & even formal versus informal presentations of different symbols and stories that were circulated about Masons in general. I wouldn't call it the most definitive source but it's for sure worth the price and a valuable resource for any brother who's just getting started with Freemasonry.

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Summary: Excellent
Comment: I'm not one to give an in depth review of the books I give ratings to here at Amazon, you can read about those from others--but I just want it give this book my seal of approval, and add my opinion of how great I think this book is. I'm glad to see Masonry having a comeback. It really deserves it. So much bad publicity over the many years and most all of it is unfounded and untrue. Masonry is a beautiful organization and this book helps to prove it and explain it for members and seekers alike.



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