Unveiling the Layers: William Hogarth a Master of Metaphor and Masonic Imagery

Hogarth's engraving unfolds as a vivid tableau, signaling the dawn of a transformative era through the lens of a satirical nativity parade and a coronation procession.

William Hogarth, an artist deeply entrenched in the Masonic tradition, utilized his art to create a secret tapestry of Freemasonry’s rituals, symbols, and internal dynamics. Hogarth’s engravings are not mere art; they are cryptic archives, requiring an astute key to unveil the clandestine messages hidden within. His work subtly satirizes Masonic rituals, political undertones, and … Read more

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During its early history in Australia, Freemasonry was not an egalitarian movement. Indeed, it can be argued that it was never designed to be egalitarian. Aside from its teachings, the greatest strength of Masonry has always been its mystique.