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Naymus grecus

also known as Naemus Graecus, Maymus Grecus, or Marcus Graecus

Definition

Naymus Grecus (also spelled Naemus Graecus, Maymus Grecus, or Marcus Graecus) is a legendary figure found in the medieval Masonic manuscripts known as the "Old Charges". He is celebrated in Masonic mythology as a bridge that brought the secrets of geometry and architecture from the Greece Asia minor and middle east into western Europe.

Etymology

[Naymus / Naemus / Maymus] + [Grecus / Graecus] │ │ Scribe Corruption "The Greek" (Latin)

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