Albert pikes neverbeforepublished esoteric study of the symbols. The symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry washington. Esoterika provides the most interesting, and plausible history and explanations to the minutae of blue lodge ritual that i have ever read. Esoterika lodge is an esoteric blue lodge, or a lodge focusing on the examination and contemplation of the deeper philosophies, traditions, practices, and ritual, that has become the degrees of freemasonry today. Symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry the other two being his first rewrite of the scottish rite rituals and, of course, morals and dogma. Albert pikes esoterika the symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry 2005 symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry. There are many articles and books available in pdf from this site. Pierre normand rated it it was amazing oct 15, patrons of the sacred art. Esoterika the symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry by albert pike carlo rognoni rated it it was amazing nov 28, thanks for telling us about the problem. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for. Esoterika is considered his third magnum opus, the other two being his first rewrite of the scottish rite rituals and, of course, morals and dogma. This electronic edition of carliles manual of freemasonry is based on a facsimile of an unspecified printing, issued by kessinger publishing in kila. Albert pikes esoterika the symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry pp. The symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry supreme council goodbye mousie, robie h.
Constitutions and regulations pike, albert the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. As a mason, you can earn degrees, join esoteric and social organizations, and become privy to the language and abbreviations specific to freemasonry. I cannt find the free copy anywhere and i know that there are many hidden. Almost 30 years ago, after i obtained harriss bibliography, i became intrigued by its final entry. Seale, 33, sovereign grand commander contains the complete text of albert pikes neverbeforepublished esoteric study of the symbols of blue lodge degrees. The scottish rite ritual monitor and guide scottish rite store. The history and rituals of a secret masonic rite jul 26, 2007. Esoterica doesnt even get a mention in the wikipedia article on pike. Esoterika the symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry. Valley of bremerton, scottish rite, aasr gathering of the.
The alchemical keys to masonic ritual download ebook pdf. The ritual is bizarre and elaborate, and symbolizes the initiatesaid to be in spiritual darknesscoming to the masonic lodge for light. Esoterika lodge is committed to actually living the principles of classical freemasonry. Albert pike spent the latter part of his life immersing himself deeply in the study of the symbolism of the blue degrees. Written in 1888, there were only two manuscript copies in existence.
Freemasons are part of an ancient tradition with rituals and symbols all their own. The symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry 2005, the scottish rite ritual monitor and guide 2007, enl. Digital masonic library greetings, at the library tab suggested reading of the website of the valley of schenectady, aasr, nmj, usa, is the below listing of interesting books for masonic readers and researchers. Click download or read online button to get the alchemical keys to masonic ritual book now. Ii, pg 751 in the preface of his work, the symbolism of freemasonry, he says, of the various modes of communicating instruction to the uninformed, the masonic student is particularly interested in two. Esoterika is a fantastic reference for those interested in further insight into the first three degrees of freemasonry, and i cant recommend it enough. Samuel prichards masonry dissected 1730, and jachin and boaz 1762. Seale, 33 degree past master, east gate lodge, no 452, f and am of louisianna. Yet, it is also one of his more scholarly and more thoughtful works. The symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry, 2008, supreme council, 0970874944, 9780970874948, supreme council, thethirty three. Its typical of albert pike that his best work was prefaced by the warning that he didnt want it published.
I cannt find the free copy anywhere and i know that there are many hidden gems in this book but i dont feel like paying bucks on average for it. The second, third, and socalled higher degrees are elaborations. The following exposures of masonic ritual are provided in a cooperative effort between exmasons for jesus and ephesians 5. As with any such collections of this nature on the internet, there is no telling how long these works or links will remain. Esoterika the symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry by. Digital masonic library onondaga and oswego masonic. Albert pikes esoterika the symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry the scottish rite ritual.
I can find virtually everything else by pike online except this. Pike was a thorough and tireless researcher, and arturo del hoyos does an amazing job of filling the holes in pikes research, as well as reminding the reader that albert pike is not the omega of masonic research with the addition of new thoughts and. Sometimes there is an apparent con nection between the symbol and the thought repre sented, but more often the association seems to be entirely arbitrary. The history and rituals of americas most important masonic expose 2008 committed to the flames. Founded in 1801, the ancient and accepted scottish rite is the largest branch of freemasonry, an ancient brotherhood with millions of members worldwide. Albert pikes neverbeforepublished esoteric study of the symbols of blue lodge degrees, this is one of the most. Symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry, albert pikes.
The result of that study was what could arguably be considered his third magnum opus. The blue lodge is the foundation of all freemasonry organizations. The first degree is the entered apprentice where the initiate is entered. All masonic business was formerly transacted in a lodge opened only on the first degree. Does anybody have an ebook copy of albert pikes esoterika. It seems to me that the essence of every masonic lesson is presented in the symbolism of the first degree. A symbol is a visible representation of some ob ject dr thing, real or imagined, employed to convey a certain idea. While there is no masonic degree more important than that of master mason, there is a long traditionalmost as old as freemasonry of high degrees that expand upon and elaborate the teachings and lessons of the first three degrees. Freemason books masonic books to read online, download. On the manuscripts spine was the word esoterika, curiously spelled with a k. Albert pikes esoterika the symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry. As brother charles clyde hunt says in chapter 1 of his book masonic symbolism, there is perhaps no subject of masonic study on which there is more diversity of opinion than the interpretation of masonic symbolism. A great exploration into the cornerstone of freemasonry. Does anyone please know of where i can get an online digital pdf copy of albert pikes esoterika.
United states that the chisei has been surrendered to. Contains the complete text of albert pikes esoteric study of the symbols of blue lodge degrees. Symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry, albert pikes esoterika. Overview of freemasonry prepared by wanda alger, september 20 to become a mason, the initiate goes through the lue lodge which is 3 separate degrees of advancement.