Stellar Theology and Masonic Astronomy

by Robert Hewitt Brown

Overview

2018 Reprint of 1882 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. This book reveals the hidden meanings behind the occult signs and symbols contained in the stellar theology and Masonic astronomy from ancient times. This incredibly detailed book reveals the hidden meanings behind occult signs and symbols from ancient times, found in what is termed stellar theology, and then carried over into modern religions. Few understand the hidden connections between Judaism, Christianity, the Bible and World Freemasonry. Brown, a Freemason, provides these important connections. He covers ancient astronomy and how it became incorporated into the various religions. He also explores the worlds' early legends and symbols and how they were connected to ancient astronomical systems. Lavishly illustrated.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781684222384
Publisher:	Martino Fine Books
Publication date:	07/25/2018
Pages:	120
Sales rank:	489,732
Product dimensions:	7.44(w) x 9.69(h) x 0.25(d)

Table of Contents

PART FIRST

Chapter 1

Introduction A Few Words To The Masonic Fraternity

Chapter 2 The Ancient Mysteries Described

Chapter 3 A Chapter Of Astronomical Facts

The Ecliptic

The Zodiac

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricornus

Aquarius and Pisces

The Signs of the Zodiac

The Solstitial Points

The Equinoctial Points

The Precession of the Equinoxes

Chapter 4 What The Ancients Knew About Astronomy

PART SECOND

Chapter 5 Masonic Astronomy

Name of the Order

Astronomy and Geometry

The Lodge

The Officers’ Stations

The Masonic Journey

Masonic Words and Names

The Royal Arch

King Solomon’s Temple

Hiram Abif

Chapter 6 Astronomical Allegory Of The Death And Resurrection Of The Sun

The Raising of Osiris, an Allegory of the Resurrection of the Sun

Appendix to Part Second

The Judgment of the Dead

PART THIRD

Chapter 7 Astronomical Explanations Of The Emblems, Symbols, And Legends Of The Mysterles

The Seven Stars

The Ladder of Seven Rounds

The Masonic Ladder of Three Rounds

The Zodiacal Ladder

Faith, Hope, and Charity

The Three Steps

The Winding Steps

Corn, Oil, and Wine

The Blazing Star

The Rite of Circumambulation

The Square

Masonic Festivals

The Circle Embordered by Two Parallel Lines

The Lamb-Skin

The All-Seeing Eye

Masonic Signs

Masonic Significance of the Zodiacal Signs

The Beautiful Virgin of the Third Degree

The Evergreen ...

The Sprig of Acacia

The Letter “G”

The Equilateral Triangle

The Compasses

The Emblem of Ears of Corn Hanging by a Water-Ford,

or a Sheaf of Wheat by a River

Sibola

Chapter 8 Astronomical Explanations (Continued)

The Globes

The Northeast Corner and the Corner-Stone

The Checkered Floor

The Cornucopia

The Beehive

The Anchor, the Scythe, and the Rainbow

The Coffin, Spade, etc.

The Key-Stone, and the Legend of its Loss

The Key-Stone

The Circle on the Key-Stone

The Legend of the Lost Word

The Masonic Ark

The Lion, the Eagle, the Ox, and the Man

The Royal Arch Banner

The Number “Seven”

The Word “Seven”

The “Figure” Seven

Triple Tau

The Astronomical Triple Tau

The Quadruple Tau

The Words “Mystery” and “Masonry”

The Antiquity of Masonry

Freemasonry Not Sun-Worship

Chapter 9

Conclusion