John Yarker

The Arcane Schools - In this extensive work, John Yarker attempts to trace the history of Masonry and Masonic rites through history, proving its legitimacy through seniority and the power of tradition. Yarker establishes the roots of Masonry in a race he calls the Aryans, a catchall phrase to describe an unknown race of conquerors who developed the early human arts, such as stoneworking, metalworking, and agriculture. Yarker then explains how that civilization gave rise to societies of special knowledge, such at the mathematical and philosophical schools in ancient Greece. From these, he can trace symbolism to modern Freemasonry. Fascinating in its breadth, The Arcane Schools draws on seemingly every society and era to pull the history of humanity into a single narrative. Those interested the arcane and occult, as well as those with a newly sparked interest in symbology, will find Yarker's book a fascinating and informative listen. English author John Yarker (1833-1913) was a Freemason who established the Sovereign Sanctuary of The Ancient and Primitive Rite of Masonry for England and Ireland in 1872. He was an occultist who wrote many books, including The Magian Mysteries and Freemasonry in Modern Times.

""The Secret High Degree Rituals Of The Masonic Rite Of Memphis"" is a comprehensive book written by John Yarker that delves into the inner workings of the Masonic Rite of Memphis. Yarker, a prominent Freemason of the 19th century, provides a detailed account of the rituals, symbols, and teachings of this particular branch of Freemasonry.The book covers the various degrees of the Rite of Memphis, including the Apprentice, Companion, Master, and various higher degrees such as the Knight of the Sun, Prince of Jerusalem, and Grand Elect Perfect and Sublime Mason. Yarker explains the significance of each degree and the symbolism used in the rituals.The author also discusses the history of the Rite of Memphis, tracing its origins back to the 18th century and its development over time. He explores the influence of other Masonic traditions on the Rite of Memphis and its relationship with other Masonic organizations.Overall, ""The Secret High Degree Rituals Of The Masonic Rite Of Memphis"" provides a fascinating insight into the inner workings of this secretive organization and sheds light on the beliefs and practices of Freemasonry as a whole. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry or the esoteric traditions of Western civilization.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.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.