Darkness Visible

Darkness Visible: A Revelation & Interpretation of Freemasonry is a landmark work first published in 1952 by Anglican clergyman Walton Hannah. Often cited as one of the most influential critical examinations of Freemasonry from a Christian perspective, this book remains essential reading for those interested in the relationship between Freemasonry and religion.

Hannah draws on official Masonic ritual texts, oaths, and symbolism to argue that many elements of Freemasonry stand in tension with the teachings of the Christian faith. The book is structured to be both accessible to general readers and scholarly enough to serve as a reference for clergy, theologians, and researchers.

Key Features

• Original 1952 edition — not a modern abridgement or commentary
• Written by an Anglican minister deeply familiar with both Scripture and Masonic ritual
• Examines Masonic obligations, invocations, and symbolism against Christian doctrine
• Influential in shaping Christian denominations’ views on Freemasonry throughout the 20th century
• Offers insight into post-war British religious debates surrounding Freemasonry

Whether you are a researcher, collector of Masonic literature, student of religious history, or curious about theological objections to Freemasonry, this original edition provides a direct and detailed perspective from the mid-20th century.