
36 episodes

Legends of the Craft Bros. Matias Cumsille and Aksel Suvari
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5.0 • 16 Ratings
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Legends of the Craft explores Science, Religion and Philosophy in search of the hidden wisdom of Nature. From historical tales of heroism and courage to great works of literature, no legend will go unexamined by Brothers Matias Cumsille and Aksel Suvari in their quest for Masonic inspiration. For too long the philosophy of the Craft has grown stagnant and stale. By resurrecting the ancient legends of our past and studying the masterpieces of the modern age we can determine the future course of Masonry as it endeavors to accomplish the Great Work!
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Episode 36: Freemasonry and the Legend of Time
Freemasonry is said to have its origins in "time immemorial" but what is this immaterial substance "time"? Why does its contemplation lead to the establishment of the Mysteries? Join Brothers Matias and Aksel as they attempt to answer these questions and many more in a far-ranging discussion on how humanity's understanding of time itself has been shaped throughout the centuries by occult and esoteric teachings.
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Episode 35: The Descent of Inanna
It is often said that Freemasonry's origins belong to "time immemorial" and that our Craft stretches back to the institution of the Ancient Mysteries. But where exactly do these threads lead us? In this episode of Legends of the Craft join Brothers Matias and Aksel as they journey backwards to the very beginning of civilization - Sumeria - and the mythic tale of the goddess Inanna. Could the mysteries of Inanna be the origin of Masonic ritual?
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Episode 34: Charles W. Leadbeater and Freemasonry
Charles W. Leadbeater was a Freemason and a towering figure of the occult world in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Reviled by some, adored by many others, he was certainly a controversial figure in his own lifetime. But his contributions to occult knowledge, Co-Masonry, the Theosophical Society and the Liberal Catholic Church not only vivified those institutions but inspired thousands around the world. Does this man deserve the scorn he so often receives?
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Episode 33: Anderson's Constitutions
Anderson's Constitutions, penned in 1723, form the foundation of modern Freemasonry. Much has been written about the historical veracity of this document, its origins, authenticity and its worth to the Craft. But very little has been said about what this document is exhorting Freemasons to do. Anderson's Constitutions give us the outline of an ancient honor code, a code which a Freemason is bound to live by and uphold. What does this code entail and how should the Freemason enact the strictures of Anderson's Constitutions in his daily life?
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Episode 32: Postmodernism and Freemasonry
Postmodernism, and its offspring Critical Theory, is a 20th Century philosophy that emerged in Europe following the World Wars. Critical of modernity and of narrative in all its forms, Postmodernism is a deconstructive philosophy that seeks to break down all grand structures and lay bare the systems of power that create and maintain them. How can the Freemason interpret Postmodernism and what does this philosophy, if anything, have in common with the sublime doctrines of Masonry?
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Episode 31: Utopia and the Ideals of Freemasonry
On this episode Bro. Matias and Bro. Aksel discuss Thomas More's masterpiece Utopia. Published in 1516 the book revolutionized Western political thought for centuries. In it, More describes a world completely at odds with his own, having solved the material and spiritual problems that plagued Europe at the time. What wisdom can be found in this treatise and how can we trace the philosophy of Freemasonry within the social structure laid out in Utopia?
Customer Reviews
Episode 14
Evening guys. I just heard about this podcast and I like the format and production a lot. I am non-mason but I do find Freemasonry, fascinating. With that said, as a man of African descent, I was VERY disappointed in Robert’s train of thought and his way of answering your questions regarding slavery but more specifically African Slavery. He was very PC and stayed neutral. Even when you asked a very specific question, he seemed to denounce and demy as to not make you or other white People uncomfortable. To say that American slavery wasn’t race based, is flat out denial. Everything that Black people go through right now in 2020, is a direct result of what began in the late 16th century. Rome took slaves based off of conquest, but those slaves still have their history and heritage. Africans that we’re taken or sold into slavery, had their culture and history purposely destroyed. This is not debatable. And it’s not just USA, the other Europeans that participated in the Trans Atlantic Slave trade did the same thing. I had to take a DNA test to find out that I have Nigerian, Kenyan and Sierra Leone blood in me. The Irish don’t need such things. I’ll still subscribe to your podcast, but episode 14 was a complete disappointment. Robert should be ashamed of himself.
Great Podcast!
This is a great informative and thought-provoking podcast that connects Masonry to a variety of different topics.!
Excellent content!
I love that these are discussions of two people with various views. Positive and enlightening, as well as thought provoking- they a a good resource for all Freemasons.