{"product_id":"freemasons-for-dummies-paperback-1","title":"Freemasons for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChristopher Hodapp\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnravel the mysteries of the Masons\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll the myths and rumors about Masonic organizations probably have you wondering \"what do Masons really do?\" Questions like this one are a natural by-product of being the oldest and largest \"secret society\" in the world. This book is an ideal starting place to find answers to your questions about the secret and not-so-secret things about Freemasonry. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow in its third edition, this international best-seller peeks behind the door of your local Masonic lodge and explains the meanings behind the rituals, rites, and symbols of the organization. Along the way the book covers nearly 3,000 years of Masonic history, introduces you to some famous Freemasons you already know from history books, and explains the relationship with related groups like Knights Templar, Scottish Rite, Order of Eastern Star, and the beloved fez-wearing Shriners. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLook inside the book to learn: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat it takes to become a member of the Freemasons, and what you can expect when you join\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow Lodges are organized and what really goes on during Masonic ceremonies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe basic beliefs and philosophies of Freemasonry, including how Masons contribute to charity, and society in general\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe origins behind some of the wild myths and conspiracy theories surrounding Freemasonry and how to debunk (most of) them\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by a 33rd degree Scottish Rite Mason and the Public Relations and Marketing Director for the Grand Lodge F\u0026amp;AM of Indiana, \u003ci\u003eFreemasons For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read guide for anyone interested in this ancient fraternal order, whether you're looking to join or are just curious about some of the more mysterious aspects of Freemasonry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeek behind the door of your local Mason Lodge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho are the Freemasons? The list includes at least fourteen U.S. Presidents, five English kings, famous businessmen and entertainers, and probably a few of your family members, neighbors, or colleagues. Even with so many Freemasons in our daily lives and history books, the organization remains shrouded in mystery to those not part of the group. This book helps demystify the rituals, rites, and symbols of the centuries-old organization. It's an ideal guide for anyone interested in joining a Lodge or those simply curious about what Freemasonry is all about. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside...\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat Freemasonry is (and isn't)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe history of the Freemasons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat goes on in a Masonic Lodge\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplanations of Masonic symbols and rites\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow Freemasonry differs from country to country\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDescriptions of groups affiliated with Freemasonry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInsight to the mysteries and conspiracies of Freemasonry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristopher Hodapp 33°\u003c\/b\u003e has spent most of his adult life as a member of the Freemasons, rising to the status of 33rd degree in the Scottish Rite. His long list of authoring credits includes several books on Freemasonry as well as \u003ci\u003eRVs \u0026amp; Campers For Dummies.\u003c\/i\u003e He has appeared as an expert on Freemasonry on several shows on the History Channel, Discovery Channel, TruTV, and American Heroes Channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 432\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 9.06 x 7.32 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 26, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47286956818681,"sku":"9781119843429","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/TUpUaVlJYWNneDU4b2V3RU15TTdYZz09_6a3e7ad2-49a0-4651-a8c4-8454a25b831c.webp?v=1769112575","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/freemasons-for-dummies-paperback-1","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}