Trinity Church was brought into the spotlight by the 2004 hit movie National Treasure. The film, starring Nicolas Cage, ended with a hidden treasure buried within the crypt of Trinity Church in downtown, Manhattan. But is there a crypt below Trinity Church and could there be a treasure still buried …
Article Written by Duncan Burden Freemasonry is certainly not a religion, but virtually all versions of Freemasonry do require a member to hold a belief in a supreme divine creator. Only under the Grand Orient Lodge of France is this not required, which is why it is not recognised as …
Guest Post by Duncan Burden The basis that Freemasonry dates back to ancient Egypt or Biblical times comes from two viewpoints, frequently one used to support the other, but both being academically questionable. The first viewpoint is from literal interpretations of specific material, often very early manuscripts that are linked …
Top Ten Freemasonry Symbols and Masonic Secrets By Duncan Burden 1) The Square and Compass The Square and Compass is possibly the most recognisable symbol of Freemasonry itself. As a symbol it can frequently be seen displayed on Masonic Halls and Temples, and is the most common device worn by …
One of the most mysterious, but lesser known monuments of Rome, is a marble structure sitting in the corner of the gardens of Piazza Vittorio. It is called the Alchemical Door, also known as the Magic Portal or Gate. The door’s frame is etched with curious symbols and writings. The …
Article Written by Duncan Burden Freemasonry actively uses the art of construction as a metaphor to instruct its members in how to be a better person. Given the popularity and respect that the vast majority of Masons have for their Craft, it is not surprising that many skilled individuals have …
The largest medieval illuminated manuscript in the world is considered to be the Codex Gigas, which in English, translates to Giant Book. This early 13th century tome, however, may be more commonly known as the Devil’s Bible, for it famously contains a mysterious image of the devil. Below are the …
Article Written by Duncan Burden Masonic ‘Exposés’ and ‘Exposures’ are very specific books about Freemasonry. These publications are sold with the claim that they will ‘reveal’ the secrets of the Order, hence being called ‘Exposures’. The sales of these books has been relatively constant since the early years of Speculative …
Article Written by John Davis You’d be excused if you were shocked by the wanderings of a major American monument. What if the Statue of Liberty was hauled out to a carnival, or the St. Louis Arch was made into a giant slingshot? Upsetting, no? Even worse, what if …
Whatever happened to Windsor? Article Written by John Davis As a high school student I spent summers in Port Gibson, Mississippi. This is a charming little town which survived the Civil War when General Grant is said to have commented, “This town is too beautiful to burn.” His army marched …
