求翻译 Hermes statue This piece seems out of place in the context of a memorial…until you understand the importance of Hermes for Freemasonry and the importance of Freemasonry in this Memorial. Occult orders consider Hermes to be one of most important figures in History. Trismegistus signifies “Thrice Great” as he was given the title of “greatest philosopher, greatest priest and greatest king”. The three parts of his wisdom were alchemy, astrology and theurgy. Hermes is of an utmost importance for Masonic scholars. He is the main inspiration for the Masonic initiatory rituals, which were borrowed from the Mysteries he established. Nearly all of the Masonic symbols are Hermetic in character. Hermes (who could was either a single man or a group of thinkers) was elevated to the status of deity (Romans knew his as Mercury) and became part of mythology. The Messenger of the Gods is here depicted with a winged hat and the caduceus entwined by serpents. This statue is the only proof you need to confirm the fact that this Memorial was built following the principles of the Masonic religion.