FOREWORD

by Chic Cicero and Sandra Tabatha Cicero

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Excerpts:

"[...] Jean-Louis de Biasi’s book on Esoteric Freemasonry: Egyptian Rituals & Practices for a Solitary Practitioner could not have come at a better time. The focus of this text is on an individual approach to the practice of Freemasonry. There is nothing inherently gender-specific about ancient wisdom teachings; its knowledge is open to all “with eyes to see and ears to hear.” As the author explains, “the purpose of esoteric Freemasonry is to unveil to the initiate the mysteries of life and death through initiations and efficient individual practices.”  This more mystical type of Masonry seeks to move beyond the mere theatrical form and ritualized reenactment that often characterizes its exoteric cousin. Additionally, esoteric Masons are more inclined to have a personal lodge space in their home for their own private use. This book offers men and women the opportunity to study and experience esoteric Masonic Light in a solo fashion, outside of the lodge setting where members of different groups and jurisdictions may not have the ability to work together. 
One of the primary forms of Esoteric Masonry covered is Egyptian Freemasonry. De Biasi provides readers with all the tools necessary to begin their own regimen of Egyptian Masonic practice, including regalia and other items for the lodge space. Simple yet effective rites for self-initiation are paired with equally efficient meditations, rituals, and exercises designed to facilitate the practitioner’s work.
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