While John Granger labors with the paid subscribers to chart each of Hallmarked Man’s ten Parts and one Epilogue (in preparation for a charting of the whole book structure), there will be a break in the series of conversations they have had about Strike 8 in which they have focused on a single Shed tool per episode. They will be discussing instead during the charting period a series of Q&A discussions about topics that have come up on the moderator back-channels, email from paid subscribers, and news from Rowling World.
They had fourteen questions for the recording above and only managed to get through five. Deo volente and trans Atlantic work schedules permitting, they’ll record a second show this week to discuss the greater remnant of the original fourteen and questions that subscribers ask in the comment boxes below this post. Ask away! And share those theories and corrections of mistakes Nick and John have made!
John referenced quite a few texts and resources in his answers to some of Nick’s questions. He’s taken pictures and provided urls for those who want to see what he was talking about. Enjoy!
Links to and Pictures of Conversation Points
Q1: The Universal Humanitarian Church and Freemasonry
The Alchemical Dictionary (Abraham) entries for:
Griffin
Red Lion
Queen
Q2: Freemasonry Library ‘Discoveries’
Introductions:
The Idiot’s Guide to Freemasonry - John Calvin and GAOTU
The Freemasons — Pictures of Third Degree Initiation in Freemasonry:
From Hallmarked Man:
Morals and Dogma - Hiram as Model Mason
Bridge to Light — ‘Legend of Hiram’
Histories:
The Craft - Baphomet!
The Secret Depths
The Hiram Key - Picture of Third Degree Initiation in Freemasonry:
Occultist Guides:
Picture of Third Degree Initiation in Freemasonry (above, book’s frontispiece)
Note Subtitle
Saint-Martin and Freemasonry: pages from A New Encyclopedia
Carmen, the Opera: Wikipedia synopsis
Meaning of ‘Dirk’ A woman named ‘Carmen’ names her son after the weapon that kills Carmen in the Bizet opera. With a husband whose signature characteristics are rage and impulsive violence. Beyond satire.
Q3: Hallmarked Man as Rowling’s Welsh Novel
Q4: The Murder of Hiram Abiff as the Strike 8 Story Template
See pages from Freemasonry guides above.
Q5: The Meaning of ‘Calvin Osgood’
Idiot’s Guide to Freemasonry: John Calvin and GAOTU
Notable Osgoods: Wikipedia
Etymology
The name Osgood has its roots in Old English. The first part of the name, “Os,” is derived from the Old English word “god,” which means “god.” The second part, “good,” is a common English word that means “good” or “virtuous.” Therefore, when combined, the name Osgood can be interpreted as “God is good” or “virtuous god.”
Venus!
Astrologically, the name Osgood is linked to the planet Venus. Venus is the planet of love, beauty, and creativity, suggesting that individuals with this name may have a strong appreciation for art, aesthetics, and relationships. They may also possess a charming and diplomatic nature, finding pleasure in harmonious interactions with others.
Oggy!
Oggie: A fun and unique variation that can be used as a nickname.
Jacob Osgood: American Esoteric Christian Sect Leader
