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Origins and Endurance of Illuminati
- The Illuminati began as a secret society born from the Freemasons but officially died young.
- Despite this, their mythology and fear have kept them alive in popular culture for over 300 years.
Enlightenment Sparks Secret Societies
- The Illuminati emerged during the Enlightenment, an era emphasizing rational thought and challenging religious dogma.
- This social upheaval bred skepticism of traditional authority and spawned secret societies promoting new ideologies.
Freemasons Influence Illuminati
- The Freemasons served as a sanctuary for like-minded thinkers promoting Enlightenment ideals.
- They structured themselves in lodges with secret rituals, influencing the formation of the Illuminati.