Publisher's Synopsis
The Odd-Fellow's Manual, written by Aaron B. Grosh, is a comprehensive guide to the principles, rituals, and practices of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF). The IOOF is a fraternal organization that aims to promote friendship, love, and truth among its members, as well as to provide charitable services to the community. The book begins with a brief history of the IOOF and its origins, followed by an explanation of the symbolism and meaning behind the organization's emblems and regalia. The manual then delves into the various degrees of membership within the IOOF, including the initiation ceremonies and the obligations and duties of each degree.The Odd-Fellow's Manual also provides detailed instructions for conducting meetings, including the order of business, the role of officers, and the proper use of parliamentary procedure. Additionally, the manual includes a section on the various charitable and humanitarian activities that the IOOF engages in, such as supporting orphanages and retirement homes.Overall, The Odd-Fellow's Manual serves as a valuable resource for members of the IOOF and anyone interested in the history and practices of fraternal organizations.1853. Illustrating the history, principles and government of the Order and the instructions and duties of every degree, station and office in Odd-Fellowship; with directions for laying corner stones; dedicating cemeteries, chapels, halls and other public edifices; marshaling funeral and other processions; forms for petitions, reports, etc.; also odes, with music, for various occasions. Embellished with numerous engravings of the emblems, etc.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
