The Hiram Key. Pharaohs, Freemasonry, and the Discovery of the Secret Scrolls of Jesus
Alternativa i samopomoć
089225
London
1997
10,5×17,5
meki
496
engleski
Cijena: 12,00 EUR
This is an international bestseller in which the authors, Freemasons themselves, undertake an exciting investigation aimed at reconstructing the historical origins of Masonry. Blending history, religion, and alternative history, the book presents an intriguing thesis that Masonic rituals trace their roots back to the coronation ceremonies of Egyptian pharaohs, and were later practiced by Jesus and the early Christians. The authors attribute a key role in the transmission of this secret knowledge to the Knights Templar, who allegedly transferred the documents to Scotland following excavations beneath Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem. Rosslyn Chapel is highlighted as the place where these secrets were architecturally encoded, ultimately leading to the emergence of modern Freemasonry. Christopher Knight comes from the world of marketing and consumer psychology, while Robert Lomas holds a PhD in physics and is a university lecturer. Although the book achieved immense commercial success, it met with sharp criticism from the academic community and official Masonic historians. Critics point to a lack of solid evidence and a speculative interpretation of sources, which is why it is often classified as pseudohistory. Despite the controversies, this work remains highly popular and essential reading for all fans of historical mysteries, alternative theories, and secret societies.
