The Story of Les Elus Parfaits, the Mother-Ecossais Lodge of Bordeaux - Paperback

by Gerry L. Prinsen (Author)

The book titled ""The Story of Les Elus Parfaits, the Mother-Ecossais Lodge of Bordeaux"" written by Gerry L. Prinsen is a comprehensive account of the history and workings of the Masonic lodge in Bordeaux, France. The book delves into the origins of the lodge, tracing its roots back to the 18th century, and explores the various rituals, traditions, and beliefs that have shaped its practices over the years.The author provides an in-depth analysis of the lodge's organizational structure, its members, and the role it has played in the social and cultural life of the city of Bordeaux. The book also sheds light on the Masonic movement in France, its evolution, and the controversies it has faced over the years.The Story of Les Elus Parfaits is a meticulously researched and well-written book that offers a fascinating insight into the world of Freemasonry. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Masonic movement, the role of secret societies in society, and the cultural and social history of France.This volume begins with he Constitutions and original Statutes of the Ordre des Chevaliers Hospitaliers et Militaires de Saint-Jean de Jerusalem, written about 1743. After these come the letters addressed to the Elus Parfaits by Bro. Lamolere de Feuillas, in 1746; the famous 1750 letter of Petit du Boulard; copies of letters sent by Dupin Deslezes to Rousillon; and a report dated 1754 on the installation of an Architecture lodge at Bordeaux, which showed that the Elus Parfaits knew of the Architect degrees only at a late date. In addition there is a very curious document written partly in Hebrew, and the very moving draft of an address given by a Grand Master on leaving the Chair.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.