The Ancient Mysteries

The Ancient Mysteries: The Essenes, The Roman Collegia And The Culdees is a book written by Robert Freke Gould that delves into the history and beliefs of three ancient mystery schools: the Essenes, the Roman Collegia, and the Culdees. The book provides an in-depth look into the practices and rituals of these schools and how they impacted the societies in which they existed.The Essenes were a Jewish sect that existed during the Second Temple period and were known for their ascetic lifestyle and spiritual beliefs. The book explores their beliefs and practices, including their strict adherence to purity and their apocalyptic views.The Roman Collegia were a group of trade guilds in ancient Rome that had their own secret rituals and beliefs. The book discusses their influence on Roman society and their role in preserving ancient knowledge and traditions.The Culdees were a group of Celtic monks who lived in Ireland and Scotland during the Middle Ages. The book explores their connection to ancient Druidic traditions and their role in preserving Celtic culture and spirituality.Throughout the book, Gould draws on historical accounts, archaeological evidence, and his own extensive research to provide a comprehensive understanding of these ancient mystery schools. The Ancient Mysteries: The Essenes, The Roman Collegia And The Culdees is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of spirituality and ancient cultures.THIS 70 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: History of Freemasonry Its Antiquities, Symbols, Constitutions, Customs Part 1, by Robert Freke Gould. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134946.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.