Symbols, emblems, terms and all the wonderful stories we enjoy hearing over and over again. Symbolism of the eastern star paperback october 15, 2011 by shirley plessner author 4. The first point is adah, jephtahs daughter from the book of judges. Symbolism of the eastern star by shirley plessner books. The eastern star ritual tells us that marthas flower is the pine cone or fern. The book includes 1,483 footnotes, many of which are from eastern star and masonic sources. In eastern star, martha is represented by the color green and a broken column. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Symbols, emblems, terms and all the wonderful stories we. Symbols, emblems, terms and the stories, as well as other pertinent subjects. The fivepointed star, known as the pentagram, is probably the most blatant occult symbol in use today. Posted in order of the eastern star tagged oes, order of the eastern star. Synopsis this book by shirley plessner, which was first published in 1956, was compiled in response to numerous requests for informative material about the symbols, terms, and stories of the order of eastern star.
The order of the eastern star is a society open to freemasons holding the rank of master mason and the female relatives of masons. Macoy publishing has masonic rings, masonic aprons, masonic books plus order of eastern star fez, sashes, and scottish rite items and shrine fez. A book every interested observer should read on this subject is hidden secrets of the eastern star by cathy burns. In the order of the eastern star the north is very important. The first endpaper has a nice gift inscription from a daughter to her mother, otherwise clean and unmarked. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Symbolism of the eastern star book by shirley plessner. Eastern star symbol drawing consists of a hand drawing of the eastern star symbol container list series i. Electa represents the virtue of endurance of persecution. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or. A member should learn the work and keep himherself in good standing, in order to find chapters everywhere open to the member. Historical sketch of the order of the eastern star. Cathy burns methodically documents the fact that both masonry and the eastern star are occultic organizations.
Chapter of north carolina, order of the eastern star, held in raleigh, june 1961, and as amended thereafter through grand chapter 2010. Symbolism of the eastern star ebook written by shirley plessner. To make it easy to locate the books you want, we have organized our books in a variety of categories and subcategories. Adah, blue, jephthahs daughter, from the book of judges symbol. Read symbolism of the eastern star by shirley plessner for free with a 30 day free trial. The order is based on teachings from the bible, but is open to people of all religious beliefs. Dec 15, 2019 explore giginicolles board oes symbolism importance on. Within this web site, we are referring to an organization known as the general grand chapter, order of the eastern star and its affiliated grand chapters and chapters. Symbolism of the eastern star kindle edition by shirley plessner.
This book by shirley plessner, which was first published in 1956, was compiled in response to numerous requests for informative material about the symbols. The order of the eastern star is a masonic appendant body open to both men and women. The bible forms the basis for its teachings, and its multicolored starshaped logo has five points which symbolically represent characterbuilding lessons exemplified by significant female biblical figures. She is associated with the youth of spring and the color blue. Macoy has over 10,000 items serving freemasonry including prince hall and york rite. Symbolism of the eastern star by plessner macoy publishing. However, pine cones are also regarded as symbols of fertility. This book has been compiled in response to numerous requests for informative material about the symbols, terms, and stories of the order of eastern star.
The order of the eastern star is essentially a religious order. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and. Eastern star the emblem of the female masonic organization, the order of the eastern star. The order of the eastern stars principal symbol is the inverted fivepointed star. General grand chapter oes order of the eastern star. The order is a system of self help, leading the individual up to high and holy ideals of living. Buy a cheap copy of symbolism of the eastern star book by shirley plessner. Buy symbolism of the eastern star by shirley plessner online at alibris.
Ruth, like esther, has an entire book of the bible named after her those are the only two named after a woman. Eb425symbolism of the eastern star symbols, emblems, terms and stories. He joined freemasonry on 5th march 1846 and eventually ascended to the ladies degree, within the lodge, which later became the basis of the eastern star degrees. A great source of information about the order of eastern star. In eastern star, ruth is represented by the color yellow and a sheaf of barley. Guide to the order of eastern star collection 2006. The order of perfect happiness, organized in france in 1730. The symbol is a complex one, and is said to represent the star of bethlehem, symbolizing the descent of spirit into matter the divine in man, or even the presence of god on earth. Symbolism of the eastern star and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. By studying the teachings of the order of the eastern star, the member will find pleasant. However, in light of the satanic symbolism involved in the oes, we need to look for another layer of meaning applied to that verse of scripture. Symbolism of the eastern star shirley plessner hpb. Eb425 symbolism of the eastern star symbols, emblems, terms and stories.
Symbolism of the eastern star by shirley plessner alibris. All through the initiatory ceremonies she acts as the guide, symbolic of the truth that conscience can only point the way. If not for the inscription, the book would be like new. It was established in 1850 by boston, massachusetts lawyer and educator rob morris, a former freemason official. The order of the eastern star is a freemasonryrelated fraternal organization open to both men and women. Every effort to present this information in a simple, direct and authoritative fashion has been made. Symbolism of the eastern star by plessner, shirley and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The book, unlike many books in the bible, is set up in chronological order, and is a stand alone story. Read symbolism of the eastern star online by shirley plessner. A sword and shield, symbolizing how she sacrificed her life. Its appellation also implies a relationship with the planet venus, also called the eastern star. Rob morris founded the eastern star rituals, degrees and secrets around 1849.
See more ideas about eastern star, stars and daughter of god. The eastern star exposed in this important book, dr. In eastern star, electa is represented by the color red and a chalice. First, let us state, there are several organizations and businesses in the world that use the name eastern star. Welcome to one of the largest, and best organized, inventories of fraternal ritual, books and bibles. The order of the eastern star has placed in the south one of the most important officers of the order, the conductress. The eastern star is not the star which heralds jesus, but the star which heralds set the most ancient form of satan in recorded history. The order is based on teachings from the bible,1 but is open to people of all religious beliefs. Eastern star is a social order comprised of persons with religious convictions and spiritual values, but it is not a religion and is neither secret nor political. What was the name of the 1st secret society imitating masonry. The phrase eastern star has a specialized meaning in occultism.
Literary symbolism of the eastern star and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Yet the occult elements in the star s symbolism are obvious for anyone to see. Witches janet and stewart farrar explain that the fivepointed star is one of the main symbols of witchcraft and occultism in general hidden secrets of the eastern star p. The order of the eastern star is a masonic appendant body open to. What are the five points of the order of the eastern star. It is founded upon the holy scriptures, and its symbols, teachings and precepts, are all found within the pages of the bible. Containing the symbols, scriptural illustrations, lectures, etc. Consists of assorted newspaper articles regarding eastern star events and members. Purchase at least 5 and save 25% symbolism of the eastern star by plessner. It was established in 1850 by lawyer and educator rob morris, a noted freemason, but was only adopted and approved as an appendant body of the masonic fraternity in 1873. Eastern star black art this is kami in the guilty books, trained by grandma bb. In other words, the symbols deal with the spiritual part of life.
Ruth represents the virtue of religious principles. Order of the eastern star rituals degrees and secrets. Eastern star watch what do its logo colors and symbols. It is a school for the practice of selfcontrol, good manners, and all of the virtues and graces. The five points of the order of the eastern star are female biblical figures that are associated with a color, a cardinal feminine virtue and, in some cases, a season of the year. Each star point represents a different heroine of the bible and degree of the. Order of the eastern star signs and symbols of cults. Published by gilbert publishing company 1956 fine condition. Full text of ritual of the order of the eastern star. It goes into extraordinary detail and shows the meaning and true origins of the teaching and practices of the order. This book by shirley plessner, which was first published in 1956, was compiled in response to numerous requests for informative material about the symbols, terms, and stories of the order of eastern star. Martha represents the virtue of endurance in trial.
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