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Deciphering the Lost Symbol: Freemasons, Myths and the Mysteries of Washington, D.C.
Discover the secretive brotherhood behind Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol in this unauthorized companion book by the author of Solomon’s Builders.Freemason influence on the founding of Washington, D.C., is evident throughout the city’s buildings, statues and monuments—but it’s written in coded symbols that few people understand. Dan Brown’s thriller sends symbologist detective Robert Langdon through the capital to unravel its Masonic secrets. Now in Deciphering The Lost Symbol, Freemason expert Christopher L. Hodapp compares each clue and plot twist in Brown’s story to the true facts.•Discover the meaning of “The Lost Word”•Decode Masonic and alchemical symbolism•Explore the innermost rooms of Masonic lodges and temples•Visit the restricted area of the U.S. Capitol and other landmarks•Uncover secret patterns in Washington, D.C.’s maps and monuments•Crack the codes buried in The Lost Symbol’s artwork and puzzles“Confident in recommending it to everyone, Mason and non-mason alike. This is the perfect a compliment to The Lost Symbol and I feel it should be on the shelf right next to it on your bookcase.” —David Naughton-Shires, Masonic Art Exchange
- GenresNonfiction
202 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2009
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About the author
Christopher L. Hodapp
15 books44 followersChristopher L. Hodapp is the Public Relations director for the Grand Lodge F&AM of Indiana and the Editor Emeritus of the "Journal of The Masonic Society." He is the author of the best-selling "Freemasons For Dummies," and "Solomon's Builders: Freemasons, Founding Fathers and the Secrets of Washington D.C." His newest Masonic book, "Heritage Endures" was published in January 2018.
He is also the co-author with Alice Von Kannon of "RVs & Campers For Dummies," "The Templar Code For Dummies" and "Conspiracy Theories and Secret Societies For Dummies."
His "Freemasons For Dummies" blog is the world's most widely read source of national and international news about the Masonic fraternity.
Hodapp is a 33° Scottish Rite Freemason and a Knight Templar, and belongs to countless appendant Masonic bodies and research organizations. In 2010, he and Von Kannon developed episodes for the History Channel program, "Brad Meltzer's Decoded," and web content for TruTV. They have appeared on History, Discovery, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and the American Heroes Channel, most recently on "America: Fact Vs. Fiction."
Chris spent more than twenty-five years editing, writing and directing as a commercial filmmaker for regional and national clients. He has written for corporate and non-profit programs, and his voice has appeared in many television and radio commercials. He is a popular speaker and appears on radio and TV, and at Masonic lodges and schools across North America.
Chris lives in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is also the director of the Masonic Library and Museum of Indiana, and served in 2019-21 as the Worshipful Master of the Dwight L. Smith Lodge of Research U.D.
He is also the co-author with Alice Von Kannon of "RVs & Campers For Dummies," "The Templar Code For Dummies" and "Conspiracy Theories and Secret Societies For Dummies."
His "Freemasons For Dummies" blog is the world's most widely read source of national and international news about the Masonic fraternity.
Hodapp is a 33° Scottish Rite Freemason and a Knight Templar, and belongs to countless appendant Masonic bodies and research organizations. In 2010, he and Von Kannon developed episodes for the History Channel program, "Brad Meltzer's Decoded," and web content for TruTV. They have appeared on History, Discovery, National Geographic, Smithsonian, and the American Heroes Channel, most recently on "America: Fact Vs. Fiction."
Chris spent more than twenty-five years editing, writing and directing as a commercial filmmaker for regional and national clients. He has written for corporate and non-profit programs, and his voice has appeared in many television and radio commercials. He is a popular speaker and appears on radio and TV, and at Masonic lodges and schools across North America.
Chris lives in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is also the director of the Masonic Library and Museum of Indiana, and served in 2019-21 as the Worshipful Master of the Dwight L. Smith Lodge of Research U.D.
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January 27, 2019
Brilliant
This book is well researched and documented. It is easy to read and understand but it is deep. As a Mason I got a lot more out of Brown’s thinking and work by reading this one. Non Masons will get a ride into the truth of Masonry and a relative understanding of its past, present and likely future. Bottom line, when you read this book you will find out much you didn’t understand in Brown’s book. Well done!
This book is well researched and documented. It is easy to read and understand but it is deep. As a Mason I got a lot more out of Brown’s thinking and work by reading this one. Non Masons will get a ride into the truth of Masonry and a relative understanding of its past, present and likely future. Bottom line, when you read this book you will find out much you didn’t understand in Brown’s book. Well done!
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