Origin Of The Grand Orient Of France

By Albert G. MacKey and William R. Singleton

Book Overview

""Origin Of The Grand Orient Of France"" is a historical book written by Albert G. Mackey that explores the origins and development of the Grand Orient of France, a Masonic organization established in 1728. The book delves into the political and social climate of France during the 18th and 19th centuries, highlighting the role of Freemasonry in the French Revolution and its impact on the Grand Orient. Mackey also discusses the controversies and debates surrounding the Grand Orient's separation from the United Grand Lodge of England and its subsequent changes in ritual and philosophy. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry and its influence on French society and politics.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: History of Freemasonry Part 5, by Albert G. Mackey. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134938.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425366473
• ISBN13: 9781425366476
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"