Gems of Masonry: Emblematic and Descriptive

Gems of Masonry: Emblematic and Descriptive is a book written by John Sherer that explores the symbolism and meaning behind the various emblems used in Freemasonry. The book provides a detailed analysis of each emblem, delving into its significance and how it relates to the teachings and principles of the Masonic tradition.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific emblem or set of emblems. Some of the emblems covered in the book include the square and compasses, the trowel, the level, and the plumb line. Each emblem is accompanied by a detailed description and analysis, as well as illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand their meaning.In addition to exploring the emblems themselves, Gems of Masonry also delves into the history and philosophy of Freemasonry, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the tradition as a whole. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both Masonic scholars and those new to the tradition.Overall, Gems of Masonry: Emblematic and Descriptive is a comprehensive and insightful guide to the emblems and teachings of Freemasonry, offering readers a deeper understanding of this ancient and complex tradition.1859. A perusal of the elegant and impressive matter contained in this little volume, will naturally prompt the inquiry, to whom is the Fraternity indebted for this collection of gems? Every page of this book challenges the admiration of the reader. The first sentence in it is a lecture, a sermon, a whole volume of suggestive, condensed thought. For extracts of abounding power and loveliness, read those on pages 3, 5, 8, 10 and nearly every other. The emblems, cuts and pictorial matter are entirely that of the author, agreeing in arrangement with his Carpets of the first nine Degrees, so long and so thoroughly approbated by the highest judicatures of Freemasonry, and enabling the intelligent reader to elucidate Masonic ceremonies and doctrines as with the light of a noonday sun.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.