[Rarebooks] FS - Biblical Characters in Freemasonry

[Michael Watson]

FS - Biblical Characters in Freemasonry

Van Gorden, John H., Biblical Characters in Freemasonry, The Masonic
Book Club, 1982, Not 1st Edition, 2nd Printing, Hardcover, 8vo, 273 pp.,
VG+/ NONE, Tail corners and spine end bumped. A bit rolled. Residue from
missing laid down paper to front pastedown, likely the mass-produced
presentation letter from the Supreme Council of the Northern Masonic
Jurisdiction. Lists individuals in the Christian Bible and their links
to Masonic thought and tradition. Includes the Biblical references for
each individual. Comprises the connection between Freemasonry and
Judeo-Christian history. One of an edition of 3000. John H. Van Gorden
(1899-2002 !) also wrote Historical Characters in Freemasonry and
Masonic Charities, and his "Characters" books are typically found in
prescribed reading courses for Freemasons: all tend toward the Scottish
Rite side of the house. Author was a member of the Society of Blue
Friars, a "guild" of Masonic authors. Appendixes, Notes, and Index. List
of fictitious, symbolic Masonic characters with Biblical names. Gilt
title, etc. to spine and cover. Red textured paper over boards. No DJ,
believed as-issued. Exceptionally clean, crisp VG+ book, closer to NF.
$50.00 USD

Postpaid via USPS Media Rate in the 48 states. Others please inquire.

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