Alas Babylon

""Glimpses of Masonic History"" by C.W. Leadbeater is a comprehensive exploration of the origins and development of the Masonic fraternity. The book delves into the history of Masonry, tracing its roots back to ancient Egypt and exploring its evolution throughout the centuries. Leadbeater examines the symbolism and rituals of Masonry, as well as its impact on society and culture. The author also provides insights into the spiritual and philosophical aspects of Masonry, highlighting its emphasis on morality, brotherhood, and the pursuit of knowledge. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and significance of Masonry, as well as those seeking to deepen their understanding of this ancient and influential organization.Contents: Schools of Masonic Thought; The Egyptian Mysteries; The Cretan Mysteries; The Jewish Mysteries; The Greek Mysteries; The Mithraic Mysteries; Craft Masonry in Medieval Times; Operative Masonry in the Middle Ages; The Transition from Operative to Speculative; Other Lines of Masonic Tradition; The Scottish Rite; The Co-Masonic Order. This is part two of the �������Hidden Life in Freemasonry�������.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.