Egyptian hieroglyphics, Mayan carvings, and Greek mathematical notations figure prominently in this spellbinding true story. Its illustrated insights reveal messages hidden in works of art, architecture, geometry, and literature.

Egyptian hieroglyphics, Mayan carvings, and Greek mathematical notations figure prominently in this spellbinding true story of a mysterious order's secret history. Author Albert Churchward, a renowned symbologist and member of "the Craft," offers illustrated explanations of the meanings behind Masonic symbols. Churchward reveals Masonic messages hidden—in plain sight—within works of art, architecture, geometry, and literature.
First published in 1915The Arcana of Freemasonry examines still-relevant issues regarding the fraternal society's purpose and function in today's world. Generously illustrated with Masonic symbols, it explores the significance of the signs and tools of contemporary Freemasonry, including the two triangles—one upright, one reverse—that form the oft-seen square and compasses known as the "Key of Hiram." Initiates and experts alike will find this history both captivating and informative.

I. Freemasonry—The Bridge of History—Uniting the Past with the Present
i. Different Opinions as Regards the Origin of Freemasonry and a Modern Introduction in Various Countries.
ii. The Source of Signs and Symbols
II. The Soul of Masonry
III. Out of the Silence
IV. The Divine Name
V. 1717-1917! The Second Century of Modern Masonry!
VI. Some Subjects Suggested for Study
A Lecture before the Essex Masters' Lodge
VII. Origins of Freemasonry
A Lecture before the Dorset Masters' Lodge
VIII. Freemasonry, Past and Future
A Lecture before the Mid Kent Masters' Lodge
IX. The Origin and Explanation of some Masonic Signs and Symbols
A Lecture before the Hendre Lodge, Cardiff
X. Egyptology and Masonry
A Lecture before the Humber Masters' Lodge
XI. The Four Cardinal Points
XII. Operative Masons
Final Chapter