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==Rev. Neville Barker Cryer==
 
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Neville Barker Cryer was a British author, lecturer, and prominent Freemason who was born on January 15, 1924, in Bristol, England. He was raised in a family that valued education and had a strong interest in esoteric and philosophical topics. Cryer's father, a successful businessman, was also a Freemason, and this had a significant impact on the young Cryer's life.
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Neville Barker Cryer was a British author, lecturer, and prominent Freemason. He was born in Bristol, England, on January 15, 1924. Cryer was raised in a family that valued education and had a strong interest in esoteric and philosophical topics. His father, a successful businessman, was also a Freemason, and this had a significant impact on the young Cryer's life.
  
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Cryer was educated at the City of Bristol College and later attended the University of Bristol, where he studied English literature and philosophy. During his time at university, Cryer became increasingly interested in the esoteric and mystical aspects of philosophy and began to explore the teachings of the ancient mystery schools.
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Cryer became an Anglican priest and rose to the rank of Past Grand Chaplain of the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE). He authored over 30 books on Freemasonry, including "What Do You Know About Ritual?" and "Belief and Brotherhood." His works served to demystify Freemasonry and make its teachings more accessible to both Masons and the general public. Cryer was also a popular lecturer, promoting the compatibility of Freemasonry with Christianity and advocating for understanding between different faiths.
  
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After completing his studies, Cryer joined the British Army and served in the Royal Corps of Signals during World War II. He was stationed in India, where he had the opportunity to study the teachings of the Hindu and Buddhist religions. This experience had a profound impact on Cryer and further fueled his interest in the esoteric and mystical.
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Cryer's work made Freemasonry more accessible, and he is considered a highly respected figure in the Craft. He passed away in 2009 at the age of 90, leaving a lasting legacy.
  
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Following the war, Cryer worked as a teacher and later as a civil servant in the British government. He continued to study and write about esoteric and philosophical topics in his spare time and became an active member of the Freemasons. Cryer was a member of several Masonic lodges and rose through the ranks to become a prominent figure in the organization.
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Cryer was also a prolific author and wrote several books on Freemasonry, esoteric philosophy, and ancient history. He was also a respected lecturer and speaker and traveled the world to give talks on Freemasonry, esoteric philosophy, and ancient history. He was a regular contributor to Masonic journals and was highly respected within the Masonic community for his knowledge and expertise.
 
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Neville Barker Cryer passed away on January 20, 2002, at the age of 78. He left behind a legacy of scholarship and research that continues to inspire and inform those interested in the mysteries of the ancient world and the teachings of the Freemasons.
 
  
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Neville Barker Cryer has contributed numerous works to the field of Freemasonry, exploring various aspects of the Craft. Some of his notable works include:
  
 
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It's worth noting that Cryer contributed to many Masonic publications and journals throughout his career, but a comprehensive list of those works is not readily available.
 
It's worth noting that Cryer contributed to many Masonic publications and journals throughout his career, but a comprehensive list of those works is not readily available.
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Latest revision as of 15:24, 15 August 2026

Rev. Neville Barker Cryer

Neville Barker Cryer was a British author, lecturer, and prominent Freemason. He was born in Bristol, England, on January 15, 1924. Cryer was raised in a family that valued education and had a strong interest in esoteric and philosophical topics. His father, a successful businessman, was also a Freemason, and this had a significant impact on the young Cryer's life.

Cryer became an Anglican priest and rose to the rank of Past Grand Chaplain of the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE). He authored over 30 books on Freemasonry, including "What Do You Know About Ritual?" and "Belief and Brotherhood." His works served to demystify Freemasonry and make its teachings more accessible to both Masons and the general public. Cryer was also a popular lecturer, promoting the compatibility of Freemasonry with Christianity and advocating for understanding between different faiths.

Cryer's work made Freemasonry more accessible, and he is considered a highly respected figure in the Craft. He passed away in 2009 at the age of 90, leaving a lasting legacy.

Publications

Neville Barker Cryer has contributed numerous works to the field of Freemasonry, exploring various aspects of the Craft. Some of his notable works include:

  1. Compendium of Masonic Prayers
  2. Did You Know This, Too?
  3. What Do You Know about Ritual?
  4. The Royal Arch Journey
  5. I Just Didn't Know That
  6. What do you know about the Royal Arch?
  7. Tell Me More About the Mark Degree
  8. Understanding More about the Knight Templar & Malta Degrees
  9. Delving Further Beyond the Craft
  10. Let Me Tell You More
  11. Belief And Brotherhood
  12. York Mysteries Revealed
  13. The Arch and the Rainbow

It's worth noting that Cryer contributed to many Masonic publications and journals throughout his career, but a comprehensive list of those works is not readily available.

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