Synopsis: : At the Sign of the Square and Compasses 1st Reprint |
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Through allegory and symbol incorporated in the rituals, Masonry presents instruction and Teaching about the human journey from a State of ignorance to that of an illumined, unitary consciousness. It seeks to inspire its members to build an ideal human Society based on brotherly love, Charity and truth.
As a clairvoyant, deep Student of Theosophy, and a Mason, the author of this Book provides valuable information about the esoteric significance of Masonic ceremonies and how it helps to elevate the human consciousness step by step. He deals with many aspects of the free Masonic work in this publication, and thus it serves as a guide for enquirers and students A glossary of keywords increases the value of the book.
Geoffrey Hodson was born and educated in England. He carried out occult research in collaboration with medical men, physicists, anthropologists and archeologists, including special and first-hand investigation of fairies and the angelic evolution.
For some sixty years he lectured for the Theosophical Society, speaking in America, England, Europe, South Africa, India, New Zealand, Australia and the Far East.
Mr. Hodson was four times Director of Studies at the School of the Wisdom at the International Headquarters of the Theosophical Society, Adyar, Chennai. He was awarded the Subba Row Medal in 1954 for his contributions to theosophical literature, and was the author of about forty theosophical and other books dealing with such topics as meditation, the spiritual life, health and disease, and the life and powers of the occultist.