Are there any books that list and explain Masonic and Occult imagery and symbolism?
I’m looking for a book that basically lists symbols and imagery associated with the occult and the freemasons. I’ve obviously searched myself but all I can find are books that explain in detail the history of both groups. I’m looking more for a kind of visual – encyclopedia…
Thanks!
January 5th, 2010 at 4:25 am
Mackey’s (I may have misspelled that) Encyclopedia of Freemasonry
However, don’t confuse Masonry with the traditional definition of the Occult–Freemasonry is not a religion, nor does it teach a particular set of morals or values, but encourages its members to search for themselves.
January 5th, 2010 at 8:32 am
About.com has useful information on religious and occult symbols, as well as Masonic symbols. Their site can involve a lot of clicking but it’s useful.
January 5th, 2010 at 8:50 am
You may like to start with the facts – have a look at the ‘geometry’ link on the page below
January 5th, 2010 at 10:42 am
Pick up Mackey’s Encyclopedia of Freemasonry; it would be a good starting point.
There are several that talk about freemasonry and many are accurate, none are complete, there is no single source of info on masonic symbolism because it is so many different things to so many different people.
January 5th, 2010 at 11:01 am
look it up on the web. symbols> masonic