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Turning the Hiram Key (Hardcover)

by Robert Lomas (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Fair Winds Press (14 Sep 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1592331343
  • ISBN-13: 978-1592331345
  • Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 16.3 x 4.1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
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Turning the Hiram Key invites readers to join a gripping journey of discovery to find the real secrets of Freemasonry. Robert Lomas - co-author of best-selling The Hiram Key - has finally tackled the big unanswered questions about The Brotherhood...What is the purpose of Freemasonry? What do Masons gain from working the Rituals? Can anybody benefit from the spiritual teachings of The Craft? Does Freemasonry hold the secret to unlocking the hidden potential of the human mind? Are Masonic rituals simple moral plays designed to encourage people to behave well? Are they a secret tradition preserved from a long lost civilisation? Are they meaningless formalities? Or do they serve a deeper purpose? In this ground-breaking new book Lomas describes his personal journey through the mystical rituals of Freemasonry. Drawing from personal spiritual insights, hidden Masonic texts and modern scientific knowledge, he reveals why people join Freemasonry, what they expect to find and how they benefit. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Turning the Hiram Key invites readers to join a gripping journey of discovery to find the real secrets of Freemasonry.

Robert Lomas - co-author of the best-selling book The Hiram Key - has finally tackled the big unanswered questions about The Brotherhood...

What is the purpose of Freemasonry?
What do Masons gain from working the Rituals?
Can anybody benefit from the spiritual teachings of The Craft?
Does Freemasonry hold the secret to unlocking the hidden potential of the human mind?
Are Masonic rituals simple moral plays designed to encourage people to behave well?
Are they a secret tradition preserved from a long lost civilisation?
Are they meaningless formalities? Or do they serve a deeper purpose?
In this ground-breaking new book Lomas describes his personal journey through the mystical rituals of Freemasonry. Drawing from personal spiritual insights, hidden Masonic texts and modern scientific knowledge, he reveals why people join Freemasonry, what they expect to find and how they benefit.

IN THE PAST, THESE INNER SECRETS HAVE BEEN PRESERVED FOR A SELECT FEW...
...UNTIL NOW! --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the best Masonic book in Print, 22 Mar 2005
By Anton Temple (Scotland) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Turning the Hiram Key: Making Darkness Visible (Hardcover)
I thought I understood Freemasonry. For me this book was a breath of fresh air. Suddenly everying clicked into place. It was so clear. I have learned much form this title. It is a must for any one interested in freemasonry.

I had read the authors other books with Christopher Knight and enjoyed them. I would say that this title is even better. If you liked the Hiram Key you really have to buy this book. It is so much better.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Stepping out from the Shadows, 4 Jun 2006
By Tim Bentley (Shetland, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Turning the Hiram Key: Making Darkness Visible (Paperback)
"Turning the Hiram Key" is yet another fine offering from Dr Robert Lomas continuing his quest to uncover the reasons behind the rituals employed in Freemasonry and to seek a deeper understanding of what the Brethren are or were supposed to be about. In this tome, the first of his works published by Lewis Masonic, he considers the purpose and practice of the ritual from practical, scientific and then spiritual angles giving the reader an insight into what it actually feels like to be a Freemason.

The publication itself is presented in such a way as to be easy on the eye, and lends a flow in print to the thoroughly well crafted narrative. From a historic and Scientific viewpoint, Dr Lomas backs supposition and theory with hard evidence, and avoids the classic text book drone by relating to events and experiences of his own.

Personally, I was surprised to be able to learn so much from this work regarding Freemasonry and as a non-Mason with a view coloured perhaps by the typical prejudicial reportage that is normally associated with the secrecy and practice of Freemasonry, I find myself intrigued and wanting to learn more. Dr Lomas' book has opened my eyes to the other side of the argument and made Freemasonry far more accessible to the 'average joe'.

I await Robert Lomas' next book with the anticipation of surprise, wonder and fascination.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Freemasonry demystified, 8 April 2005
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This review is from: Turning the Hiram Key: Making Darkness Visible (Hardcover)
'Turning the Hiram Key' goes a long way to answering the vexed question "why do men (and women) join Freemasonry? And once joined, why keep attending?" For some, the social activity is of prime importance, for others, no doubt it is the group fellowship. For yet others, there is something much deeper, which Lomas answers by tracing his own Masonic path through the ceremonies of Craft Masonry, sparing no detail as regards his personal feelings.
Apparently, he does not appear to be a religious man, but nevertheless, finds himself seeking some kind of spiritual path, and, being a scientist he sets out to find why this should be so. Drawing on recent neurological research, a very clear pattern of the effects of mythology, ritual and symbolism on the human mind is established and an extensive references are given.
Excellent examples of symbols are shown such as masonic lodge boards of a new and deeper nature than those in current use. An illustration of the Kirkwall scroll is given.
Following on, an updating of the well known work of Walter Leslie Wilmshurst is presented along with a reproduction and explanation of Wilmshurst's 'Tracing Board on the Centre', which has only recently been discovered, not having seen the light of day for 70 years or so. Further consideration is given to the interpretation of old symbols before Dr Lomas gives his attention to the future prospects of Freemasonry.
This very readable book gives a deep insight into Freemasonry without the cant associated with much writing on this topic.
If you only buy one book on the meaning of Masonry, you would be wise to make it this one.
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2.0 out of 5 stars The ritual book plus some neuroscience
This is the first Freemason book I have read since being admitted a member 9 months ago.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Illuminating insights in the nature of initiation raise questions on the future of Freemasonry
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5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant but not for the faint hearted
This is a superb piece of work and shed new light on our wonderfull craft.Lomas does an excellent job of capturing the atmosphere and mood of the degree rituals. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars A journey worth reading
A fascinating book that takes into consideration why Freemasonry still has an important role into today's society. Read more
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Congratulations to Brother Lomas for having the strength of his convictions to publish such a personal understanding of our Craft. Read more
Published on 11 Sep 2006 by M. Jackson

3.0 out of 5 stars Not a holiday read! ;o)
I bought this book just before my husband joined the Freemasons so that I wouldn't need to ask him any questions he may find difficult to answer. Read more
Published on 5 May 2006 by Boudicca

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the one to buy!
Another excellent book from the Robert Lomas stable,'Turning the Hiram Key', through Dr. Lomas's own very frank personal journey thorugh freemasonry as a... Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2006 by copperwasherking

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book
Great reading and gives great new learning. I can recommend the reading if you are interested in Freemasonry.
Published on 18 Jul 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars Stepping out from the shadows
"Turning the Hiram Key" is yet another fine offering from Dr Robert Lomas continuing his quest to uncover the reasons behind the rituals employed in Freemasonry and to seek a... Read more
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