Freemasonry and the Germanic Tradition
Stephen E. Flowers
Freemasonry and the Germanic Tradition Stephen E. Flowers
Here we have a multifaceted study consisting of five essays or
articles the introductory piece is entitled "My Masonic
(Mis-)Adventure" and details the author’s brief interaction with a
local lodge, then follows two articles: "Roots of Masonry in the
Scandinavian Gild System"and "Reflections of Germanic Mythic
Tradition in Masonic Ritual."
These convincingly show the origins of the essence of Masonry not in
the "Holy Land," but in Northern Europe. Appended is a translation of
Guido von List’s "Origin and Symbolism of Freemasonry" (1910).
Finally there is a short concluding piece entitled "A Charge to All
Worthy Brothers" in which the author calls on individuals to help
restore the original spirit and mission of Masonry.
64 pp. $12.00
