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This excerpt from "Freemasonry Quest for Immortality" by Christopher Earnshaw explores the historical roots and philosophical underpinnings of Freemasonry, focusing on its revival in 1717 and the objectives of its first three Grand Masters. The text details the evolution of the Freemasonic rituals and their connection to spiritual alchemy and Kabbalah, emphasizing the concept of immortality over mere moral instruction. It contrasts Operative Masonry with Speculative Freemasonry, and traces the complex religious and political landscape of Stuart England, including the English Reformation, the dissolution of monasteries, various plots, civil wars, and the rise of scientific thought against superstition. The author also discusses the development of various Protestant sects, the persecution of Catholics and Jews, and social issues like the Great Plague, the Great Fire of London, and the Gin Craze. Finally, the source offers recommendations for improving the modern Freemasonic experience, advocating for a return to its deeper, more mystical origins.
