Mackeys history of freemasonry newrevisedenlarged vol. Mackey continued actively his writings in that publication until 1878 when his failing health completely. That having been said, much of mackey s history has to be taken at face value of victorian romanticism rather than historical fact. History of freemasonry in south carolina 1736 1860, 1861 551 pages lexicon. The history of freemasonry by mackey,albert and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. These books can take me from 2 to 10 hours to create. Albert gallatin mackey, 33, was a native of charleston, south carolina, and a graduate of the medical college in charleston. He is best known for his writing many books and articles about. History of freemasonry by albert mackey part one prehistoric masonry chapter i tradition and history in masonry in the study of freemasonry there are two kinds of statements which are presented to the mind of the inquiring scholar, which are sometimes concurrent, but much oftener conflicting, in their character. They are presented as a pdf of the original publication from the 1800s.
Mackey s books were often revised and expanded during and after his lifetime, and published by many different publishers. Albert gallatin mackey was born in charleston, south carolina, the son of john mackey 1765 december 14, 1831, a physician. Mackey s history of freemasonry by albert gallatin mackey, 1921, the masonic history company edition, in english newrev. Mackeys history of freemasonry by albert gallatin mackey, 1921, the masonic history company edition, in english newrev. He gave many years of his life to this research and the book is wellworth every year he spent in dusty libraries, to produce this work. Author albert gallatin mackey, a renowned historian of the society who held many high positions in the order, traces the rise of freemasonry from its roots in the ages of biblical patriarchs and ancient rome to the eighteenthcentury involvement of the founding fathers of the united states. Entered, according to act of congress, in the year 1869, by albert g. It uses some terminology that educated people would never use, such as jewish church and misspelled the word hindu. Mackey became editor of the department of masonic miscellany in the american freemason, and for three years, beginning in 1872, he published mackey s national freemason.
It originally meant with or together, but at present signifies one. Refine your search for mackey s encyclopedia of freemasonry for mackey s encyclopedia of freemasonry. The history of freemasonry with the history of its introduction in the united states the history of the symbols of freemasonry and the history of the a. Included is his classic 7 volume set entitled the history of freemasonry. In the clerks office of the district court of the united states, for the district of south. He was born in charleston, south carolina, the son of john mackey, a physician, journalist and educator, and his wife. Albert gallatin mackey the american masonic historian, was born at charleston. A modern examination of the landmarks of freemasonry. Mackey was a doctor, the son of a wealthy family in charleston, sc in the nineteenth century. I highly recommend this book for any masonic scholar. Mackeys history of freemasonry 1921 edition open library. Yet, men like mackey lay the paverstones for the path of selfdiscovery amongst masons. Apr 16, 2017 albert mackey went on to hold numerous positions and to be affiliated with numerous other masonic lodges. Nov 01, 1994 the symbolism of freemasonry the symbolism of freemasonry is a fairly interesting book but i wonder how accurate it is.
The principles of masonic law a treatise on the constitutional laws, usages and landmarks of freemasonry author. In most languages it is the initial letter of the alphabet not so, however. The history of freemasonry, volume i, free pdf global grey. This work is only somewhat dated, given that freemasonry is a relatively stable cultural and sociological phenomenon. Robert clegs revised edition of mackeys encyclopedia suggests a more charitable viewpoint by replacing and omitting the overtly opiniated phrases.
See nonesynches in,mackeys encyclopzedia of freemasonry. In ancient times, it was the custom to mark the boundaries of lands by means of stone pillars, the removal of which, by malicious persons, would be the occasion of much confusion, men having no other guide than these pillars by which to distinguish the limits of their property. You may copy it, give it away or reuse it under the terms of the project gutenberg license included with this ebook or online at. The history of freemasonry, volume i albert mackey format. Was the divine cagliostro nothing more than the charlatan mackey and others1 made him out to be. Mackey s history of freemasonry by robert ingham clegg 33deg. The denomination with the longest history of objection to freemasonry is the catholic church. Mackey s freemasonry encyclopedia a1 a in the accadian, greek, etruscan, pelasgian, gallic, samaritan, and egyptian or coptic, of nearly the same formation as the english letter. Mackeys history of freemasonry latin american studies. Its legendary origins, is to present a complete survey of the mythical and allegorical narratives of freemasonry and to show that these masonic legends contain the germs of historical truth often mingled with a symbolic idea, and almost always reflect in their.
Ebook a lexicon of freemasonry 1869 as pdf download portable. Freemasonry or masonry consists of fraternal organisations that trace their origins to the local. Mackey and freemasonry originally sourcing the virtues from platos scheme, discussed in republic book iv. Many historical figures such as voltaire, wolfgang amadeus mozart, george washington, and benjamin franklin were freemasons and made the society all the more intriguing. Pound uses historical evidence as well as an approach similar to mackey s to identify those items in mackey s list which are laws and customs essential to the character of the masonic. Colleges of builders in rome 4 2 the collegia and the barbarian invasions 18 3 ecclesiastical and monastic associations 34 4 secular brotherhoods. Lexicon of freemasonry 1869 by albert g mackey internet archive. In this edition of freemason informations symbols and symbolism we consider, together, the four cardinal virtues of freemasonry as gathered form albert mackeys encyclopedia of freemasonry. The term continental freemasonry was used in mackeys 1873 encyclopedia of freemasonry.
Mackey, an encyclopedia of freemasonry 1878 is the verdict in. Illustrating and explaining its science and philosophy, its legends, myths and symbols. Past senior grand warden egypt, past senior grand warden iowa. Paged continuously issued in 21 parts supplement to dr. Mackey appears as author of this encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences, which, being a library in inself, superseded most of the masonic works which have been tolerated by the craft chiefly because none better could be obtained.
He is best known for his writing many books and articles about freemasonry, particularly the masonic landmarks. Becoming a contributor to the voice of masonry in 1875, dr. Here is a work which fulfils the hope which sustained the. History of freemasonry vol i prehistoric masonry by albert mackey. Mackey is, in my opinion, the best masonic author of his time.
The origins of freemasonry from ancient times to the middle ages 1 the ancient corporations. The fraternal order of freemasons has been a mysterious organization since its origins centuries ago. He practiced medicine briefly, then dedicated himself to masonic research. I am guessing its the way the books were made cause they all are the same way. In the study of freemasonry there are two kinds of statements. Last week, around 30,000 people downloaded books from my site 8 people gave donations. With tile cooperation of many eminent authorities including. A lbert gallatin mackey 18071881 was an american medical doctor and author. Refine your search for mackeys encyclopedia of freemasonry for mackeys encyclopedia of freemasonry. This dvd chronicles his most important work in freemasonry. Encyclopedia of freemasonry and its kindred sciences by. The object of this book, albert gallatin mackey s the history of freemasonry. Of freemasonry and knights templar forgotten books. Mackey, in the clerks office of the district court of.
Albert g mackey his complete works internet archive. Up for auction is the complete 7 volume set of mackey s history of freemasonry by robert ingham clegg, with the cooperation of many eminent authorities including william james hugham. Mackeys work untouched, but at the same time to correct statements which later. In the time that he was affiliated with freemasonry, mackey produced many different works about the fraternity. Books, publications, resources for freemasons grand lodge of. His first masonic piece, a lexicon of freemasonry, was published in 1845.
Scottish rite volumes 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 mackey, albert gallatin. Albert mackey is considered one of the most important masonic writers of all time. Mackey s history of freemasonry newrevisedenlarged vol. The history of freemasonry is clouded with time, personal prejudice, suppression and many other factors. Mackey identifies the landmarks as the unwritten laws or customs of freemasonry which possess significant antiquity, and a universal and irrevocable nature. This set deals with prehistoric masonry, including its legendary history. The history of freemasonry, 7 volumes, albert mackey. History of freemasonry by albert mackey part one prehistoric. Albert gallatin mackey march 12, 1807 june 20, 1881 was an american medical doctor and author.