Exploring the Connection Between Mormons and Masons - Hardcover

Matthew B. Brown

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1598118935 ISBN 13: 9781598118933

Publisher: Covenant Communications, Inc., 2009

Synopsis

Why did Joseph Smith become a Freemason? Who introduced Freemasonry into Nauvoo, Illinois, in the early 1840's? Do the Masons really descend from the stonemasons who built King Solomon's temple? Is there a relationship between the Masonic lodge rites and Mormon temple ordinances? The subject of Joseph Smith and Freemasonry sparks a wide range of responses among Latter-day Saints, from curiosity ot suspicion to outright excitement. In this helpful guide, trused LDS scholar Matthew B. Brown clearly and skillfully addresses the subject's history, theology, traditional understandings, and myths. Entering the upper room of Joseph Smith's red brick store, which was used as a temporary Masonic lodge room as well as a provisional temple, readers consider provocative questions as well as meaningful scriptrual patterns and interfaith connections. With research ranging from the particular to the panoramic, this volume offers engaging, edifying exploration of the relationship between the ritual practices of Freemasonary and the blessing of the House of the Lord.

Edition details

• Publisher: Covenant Communications, Inc.
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1598118935
• ISBN 13: 9781598118933
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1