Swedenborg Rite and the Great Masonic Leaders of the Eighteenth Century (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Uncover a fascinating look at 18th-century Freemasonry and Swedenborg’s role within it, told with clear, accessible history.

This work examines the early years of Emanuel Swedenborg and his connections to Masonic orders, tracing how different lodges and rival currents shaped the spread of the Swedenborgian Rite across Europe. It presents historical documents, debates, and the complex web of individuals who influenced these secret societies, all grounded in careful scholarship.

- Learn how initiation ages, lodge practices, and continental vs. English traditions affected early Freemasonry.
- See how Swedenborg’s reputation influenced later Masonic and mystical movements in Europe.
- Discover the debates among scholars about origins, legitimacy, and the spread of the Swedenborgian system.
- Understand the broader context of 18th-century secret societies and how they intersected with influential figures and events.

Ideal for readers of Masonic history, 18th-century culture, and biographies of Swedenborg and major European leaders.

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