“L’homme qui travaille à s’élever est comme ces ombres du soir qui s’étendent pendant une heure, qui deviennent plus vastes que leurs causes, qui semblent grandir en s’épuisant, et qu’une seconde fait disparaître.”
Oberman, 1804
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Meanwhile however the Masons are quietly and systematically extending their influence; lectures are given on themes dear to Masons; prominent scientists are won over; links are forged with other lodges and the desired result is achievede; at first neutrality, then union with World Masonry. It will perhaps surprise you to learn that the higher grades of this lodge are duplicated. Beside the Grand Master, needed as an advertisement, there is a man never seen who really occupies a far highter position in World Masonry, using and directing this "sadow system" in a masterly way.
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Meanwhile however the Masons are quietly and systematically extending their influence; lectures are given on themes dear to Masons; prominent scientists are won over; links are forged with other lodges and the desired result is achievede; at first neutrality, then union with World Masonry. It will perhaps surprise you to learn that the higher grades of this lodge are duplicated. Beside the Grand Master, needed as an advertisement, there is a man never seen who really occupies a far highter position in World Masonry, using and directing this "sadow system" in a masterly way.
en
Faisant référence à la Grande loge de Prusse
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