C. R. C. contain all knowledge, and could erect a “ new

citadel of truth.” The brethren fear neither poverty, hunger, disease, or age. All secrets of those beyond the Ganges, or who live in Peru, can be known. Their music might draw pearls instead of stony rocks, instead of wild beasts and spirits. Still, the Arcana is not to be common property. The Fraternity is “ divided into degrees.” In the sixth chapter, the date 1378 is given as the birth of