Bio:

Ben Williams is a Registered Patent Attorney based out of Denver, Colorado. He’s a Past Master of Telluride Lodge No. 56 and Norwood Lodge No. 111. In 201,5 he was elected Mason of the Year by the Grand Lodge of Colorado. He has served in many offices, including as Department Commander for the Northwest Department for the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar and Grand Orator for the Grand Lodge of Colorado. He’s married to his patient and caring wife, Tiffany, a history teacher. They have a daughter, Adelyn, and a beagle, Warwick.

Prepared Topics:

Astrologia 101 – 50 Minutes
An Introduction to Traditional Timing Techniques. A brief overview of Renaissance Astrology, its symbolism and language.

Constitutional Democracy – 45 Minutes
A review of the founding of the United States and the influence of Masonry therein.

Cornerstones of Tradition – 50 Minutes
How an ancient tradition of star lore still informs the modern day Masonic cornerstone ceremony.

Graham Manuscript – 30 Minutes
History of this intriguing early-Masonic text.

Making Your Mark! – 30 Minutes
A brief history of the Mark degree.

Martinism – 40 Minutes
Martinez Pasqually and the Elu Coens. A history of the development, institution, fracture, reorganization, and plurality of this secretive – yet popular – mystic society.

Freemasonry on the Frontier: Masonry, Miners, and the Rush to Statehood – 50 Minutes
A history of the extensive Masonic influences in the founding of the State of Colorado.

On the Origin of the Order of the Temple – 35 Minutes
Contemplations on the origin of one of Masonry’s most memorable degrees.

All You Need to Know About the Morgan Affair – 50 Minutes
A detailed account of the disappearance of William Morgan, drawing from contemporary accounts and the detailed investigation conducted by the Anti-Masonic Party.

Travel Information: Travel and expenses appreciated.

Websites:

esotericmason.com