{"product_id":"the-complete-idiot-s-guide-to-freemasonry-2nd-edition-discover-the-rich-and-fascinating-history-of-this-mysterious-society","title":"The Complete Idiot S Guide to Freemasonry, 2nd Edition Discover the Rich and Fascinating History of This Mysterious Society","description":"Freemasonry is an ancient secret society shrouded in obscurity. Fascination with the mysteries of the Masons reached a fevered pitch after the release of Dan Brown's novels \u003ci\u003eAngels and Demons, The Da Vinci Code, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Lost Symbol. \u003c\/i\u003eBut these novels and their related movies raised more questions than they answered. \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Idiot's Guide(R) to Freemasonry, S\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eecond Edition, \u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003efills readers in on the truths behind the mysteries. In it, readers get: \u003cbr\u003e - A fact-filled overview of the birth and beginnings of Freemasonry, including its relationship to the Knights Templar and Egypt.\u003cbr\u003e - Fascinating facts about famous Masons.\u003cbr\u003e - An explanation of the various Masonic organizations, such as the York and Scottish rites, and the Shriners.\u003cbr\u003e - A behind-the-scenes look at what really goes on in a Masonic lodge, including initiations.\u003cbr\u003e - A new walking tour of Washington, DC, pointing out the hidden Masonic symbols featured in \u003ci\u003eThe Lost Symbol.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Scripts for Masonic rituals, giving a flavor of the language used in such ceremonies.\u003cbr\u003e - A field guide to Masonic symbols and regalia, with photos and explanations of significance.\u003cbr\u003e - The history behind Masonic philanthropic efforts and youth groups.\u003cbr\u003e - A history of African-American Freemasonry and the role of women in Masonic organizations.","brand":"Blue Vase Bulk","offers":[{"title":"Used \/ 9781615642373-001","offer_id":43737768853565,"sku":"9781615642373-001","price":4.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/6185963482763.jpg?v=1790693440","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-complete-idiot-s-guide-to-freemasonry-2nd-edition-discover-the-rich-and-fascinating-history-of-this-mysterious-society","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}