The shadow of death hovers over many of the rites and rituals of Freemasonry. In Letters on the Masonic Institution by John Quincy Adams we learn of an ancient Masonic ritual known as The Fifth Libation, which involved drinking wine from a human skull. Every Mason takes death oaths and several Masonic executions have taken place throughout history.
Author Tom McKenney exposes the deadly secrets of this fraternity, which has more than three million members around the world. In a careful and objective manner, he reveals the connection between Freemasonry and the New Age Movement, and he delves into the occult roots of this secret society.
33 Degrees of Deception is a very comprehensive book that tells the personal story of one completely dedicated Mason Jim Shaw, who became a Knight Commander of the court of Honor, Worshipful Master of the Blue Lodge, and Master of all Scottish Rite bodies. You will want to know why Jim Shaw left Masonry and the price he paid for leaving. This book sheds light on the darkness of Freemasonry as the author gives penetrating answers to the questions many people ask about this secret society.
- Is there a connection between Masonry and the Illuminati?
- Why is Masonry opposed to Christian schools?
- Is Freemasonry a religion?
- Can a man be both a Christian and a Mason?
Dan Browns novel, The Lost Symbol, presents a favorable view of Freemasonry, but Tom McKenneys book gives the reader a different perspective one that is based on the truth.
Table of Contents
Preface
Part 1
Foreword to Part 1
Introduction to Part 1
Chapter 1: On My Own
Chapter 2: In Search of a Future
Chapter 3: Brought to the Light
Chapter 4: Im Going to Florida
Chapter 5: Master Mason
Chapter 6: Going Higher
Chapter 7: Branching Out
Chapter 8: A Religion at Last
Chapter 9: The Gathering Storm
Chapter 10: Into the Light
Chapter 11: Walking in the Light
A Personal Word from Jim
Epilogue: In the Years That Followed
Appendix A: Masonic Doctrine Versus Christian Doctrine
Appendix B: Masonic Symbolism
Appendix C: Masonic Morality
Appendix D: The Legend of Hiram Abiff
Appendix E: The Lecture of the 32nd Degree
Appendix F: A Prayer for Freedom
Appendix G: Authors Note Concerning Jim Shaw and the 33rd Degree
Part 2
Foreword to Part 2
Introduction to Part 2
Chapter 1: The Nature and Origins of Freemasonry
Chapter 2: The Scope of Freemasonry
Chapter 3: American Freemasonry: The Blue Lodge and the Higher Degrees
Chapter 4: Freemasonrys Christian Degrees
Chapter 5: The Shrine: Islam in Freemasonry
Chapter 6: Adoptive Freemasonry: Masonic Groups for Women and Children
Chapter 7: Freemasonry and Other Fraternal Orders
Chapter 8: Freemasonrys Membership: Why Men Join
Chapter 9: Freemasonrys Membership: How Men Join
Chapter 10: Freemasonry and Membership: How Men Leave
Chapter 11: Freemasonry and the Bible
Chapter 12: Freemasonry and Religion
Chapter 13: Freemasonrys Exclusiveness and Elitism
Chapter 14: Freemasonry and Jesus Christ
Chapter 15: Freemasonry and Secrecy
Chapter 16: Freemasonry and Deception
Chapter 17: Freemasonry and Its Symbols
Chapter 18: Death Oaths and Masonic Execution
Chapter 19: Freemasonry, Presidents, and the Founding Fathers
Chapter 20: Freemasonry and Divided Loyalties
Chapter 21: Freemasonry and the Occult
Chapter 22: Freemasonry and Mormonism
Chapter 23: Freemasonry, the New Age, and the New World Order
Epilogue: Recent Developments
Appendix A: Female Brothers in the Lodge
Appendix B: Death Oaths
Appendix C: The Lost Word and Its Significance
Appendix D: Masonry and Its Controversial Authorities
Bibliography
Index
About the Author
Lt. Col. Tom C. McKenney, USMC (Ret), is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was an infantry officer and parachutist in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving in both Korea and Vietnam. A student of military history, he has contributed articles to various periodicals and has written several books, including Jack Hinsons One-man War. He is an advocate for American Prisoners of War and has appeared on hundreds of radio and television programs to discuss veterans issues and his personal experiences. Tom has written books on a variety of topics, published in the US, UK, Poland, and Sweden. Columbia Pictures has bought the rights to his life story. He and his wife currently live on a farm near Marion, Kentucky.
