Good book on freemasonry

I read it years ago it helped spark my interest in fremasonry when i was studying elijah muhammad information. A good small book to read on the general meaning of freemasonry is that masonry means, by william e. This is a satanic lie to me and to most christians. No one voice has ever spoken for the whole of freemasonry. The truth behind the worlds most mysterious society at amazon.

Samuel johnson 170984, english author, lexicographer reading is always a pleasure. Making good men better is a tool for us to use to apply the teachings of freemasonry to our daily lives in a simple, easy to use, and effective way. The ancient arabic order of the nobles of the mystic shrine, abbreviated a. The degrees of freemasonry retain the three grades of medieval craft guilds, those of apprentice, journeyman or fellow now called. There is nothing either good or bad, it is merely your thinking that makes it so. Freemasonry includes the bible as part of the furniture of the lodge, but only as an equal with nonchristian symbols and writings. Freemasonry originated in the late 16th or early 17th century, and its members have included kings, presidents, scholars, a. Editorial note this electronic edition of carliles manual of freemasonry is based on a facsimile of an unspecified printing, issued by kessinger publishing in kila. A dodecahedron is a 12 sided figure, where each side is a pentagon and all the sides are the same size. The all seeing eye is sometimes considered the eye of god, that is, lucifer. For any one interested to know more about the freemasons and see that they are not a secret society this is a good book to start with. They worship a generic grand architect of the universe. All in all, though, the book is full of intriguing facts about freemasons.

How it attacks the church, undermines religion, weakens marriage, harms society, leads to paganism, etc. The key document from which i quote is the most readily available and universally approved doctrinal book of freemasonry, morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry, by albert pike, grand commander, 18591891. Mention was made in the preceding chapter of the masonic requirement respecting belief in a supreme being, and the requirement that the holy bible be present and open during lodge meetings. Good masonic books 2 good masons bad masons grand lodge of england grand masters powers great corner stone guardians of the gates henry clay. Two good books with general information on a variety of subjects are facts for freemasons, by harold v. It has many positive things to say about freemasonry but, unfortunately, the basic thesis is seriously flawed. However, i feel that the books, below, will give you an excellent foundation to begin your masonic reading journey. Freemasonry or masonry consists of fraternal organisations that trace their origins to the local fraternities of stonemasons that from the end of the fourteenth century regulated the qualifications of stonemasons and their interaction with authorities and clients. If there is a book you would like to recommend that is or is not on this list, feel free to email a few words to us on why it worked for you. Also explains the structure of freemasonry within the usa and gives a few explanations on foreign freemasonry.

Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. In my opinion, the purpose of freemasonry is to foster the sense of brotherhood and the main pillars of freemasonry wisdom, strength and beauty. At one point they explain to him to draw a regular dodecahedron using only a compass and a straight edge. I like this article on it because there is no drama or spec. His writings represented his personal opinion only, and furthermore an opinion grounded in the attitudes and understandings of late 19th century southern freemasonry of the us. Once you are a freemason then you can study the deeper aspects and. Freemasonry is without doubt the largest and most powerful secret society existing throughout the world today. Some general scientific basis works about freemasonry in good condition. A good reference book is secret societies and subversive movements. Cooper respected above traces masonic ritual to the edinburgh registry house ms, which definitely came from an operative lodge. Making good men better a 52 week personal growth plan based. The history of freemasonry is a subject of perennial interest to masons.

Best masonic books on freemasonry if there is a book you would like to recommend that is or is not on this list, feel free to email a few words to us on why it. Freemasonry is neither a forum nor a place of worship. If one digs deeply into the history of freemasonry he will find a complex root system of development with connections to secret organizations. Freemasonry does not teach any path to salvation, and it certainly does not imply salvation may be attained by ones good works. There are also good and godly men, true believers in christ who are freemasons. Supposedly, there are even phrases a freemason can utter when facing grave. Freemasonry teaches that salvation may be attained by good works and not through faith in christ alone. Confessio fraternitatis or the confession of the laudable fraternity of the most honorable order of the rosy cross, written to all the learned of europe. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. While both men were very helpful and informative, they were evasive whenever i probed too deeply into certain areas. Albert gallatin mackey wrote his history of freemasonry in 1898, but its still an excellent book, with lots of good information. Freemasonry cannot be studied via books but by experiencing the allegoric rituals. Southern california research lodges top 25 masonic books.

Freemasonry is associated with several appendant bodies, such as the. These books were voted the best masonic books by our readers and by experts in fields of freemasonry, bestsellers masonry book list. One way of getting more out of your masonic membership is to read good masonic books. Freemasonry misuses the term light to refer to moral reformation as a means to salvation. One of my favorites, was written by a man who was not a mason when he wrote. Freemasonry and the leaders of victorian england freemasonry and the message of aquaria freemasonry as the hermetic art part 1. Masons should be aware of the fact that there are persons, religious groups, and political groups that have been and are opposed to freemasonry. Freemason books masonic books to read online, download. S brent morris, author of the complete idiots guide to freemasonry the book is a delight.

Anyone know a good book about crusades or freemasonry. You can find the list of the best books on freemasonry here. It is a great pity that this book cannot be wholeheartedly recommended for it performs one extremely valuable service for freemasonry. Jan 20, 2011 looking for the best short introduction to the world of masonry. A good book on the relationships of the craft with religious groups is the clergy and the craft, by forrest e. Perhaps it would be helpful to have a few terms defined before we go further. It is about a boy in medieval times who apprentices himself to a guild of stonemasons. Robinson was not a freemason when he began his research and writing quest, and was given completely open access to the freemason library to complete his research on the single condition that he write a fair and accurate depiction of the freemasons. Voorhis, and freemasons guide and compendium, by b.

I know, as it is an order that is both discreet and varying from lodge to lodge but i was wondering from actual masons here what some good books that cover legitimate mason study and practice that you would recommend. What are the symbols and allegory and how does freemasonry teach morality. Unfortunately, because of part of the obligation, many new members assume there can be no books dealing with freemasonry, and too often they are not told there are good books available on all phases of the subject. Score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Teaching the path toward salvation is the duty of a church, not a fraternity. In these days of online activity, having the feel of a book in hand makes life seem more contemplative although admittedly, were being seduced more often with amazon s kindle and our masonic iphone so that wherever we are, weve got a whole library at. They have a secret handshake though some members deny it to the public, the freemasons have at least one secret masonic handshake. Masons, or freemasons, are members of the oldest and largest fraternity in the world, with over two million active members. Best masonic books on freemasonry masonic sourcebook. Books especially for the new mason grand lodge of iowa a. There are many christians who have left freemasonry after discovering what it is truly all about. Its origins are lost in the unrecorded history of medieval times, but it formally organized in london, england, in 1717. While this is an extensive collection, it by no means represents a full and complete list and new editions and materials will be added as time progresses. Cornerstone book publishers has dedicated itself to masonic education with the publication of selected new and classic reprint masonic books designed to provide enlightenment to the new or experienced mason.

Looking for the best short introduction to the world of masonry. I want to give him a reaaally good book, if possible one that has graphic art or images. Masonic library 793 books freemasonry freemason secrets mysteries 4 dvds c51518. Heres a group of men that agree that god is central in their lives, they can even agree that god compels them to do good in the community, then they can shut. Read with care, and preferably after a reading of peter partners excellent study the murdered magicians, the templars and their myth, the author has done a service to freemasonry. Born in blood must be one of the most well researched book on freemasonry that i have ever read. The same respected author has written one good book and many articles debunking the templar myth, which as an archivist, he regards as the bane of his life. Whilst freemasonry is considered by many as sinister and destructive, it still maintains a significant position of influence in certain parts of the world. It is not a religion nor does it teach a religious philosophy. Then, too, the book sometimes runs far afield into tangents related to some of the freemasons covered.

This book gives a good overview of the modern history of the craft. A history of the worlds most powerful secret society ridley, jasper on. The question of freemasonry and the founding fathers used book in good condition in the year, this day, congress adopted the great seal of united states. Concise, clear and accurate, this little book artfully provides basic information about what freemasonry is, what initiation really means, and what symbols are and how freemasons use them. One of my favorites, was written by a man who was not a mason when he wrote the book. Its wellwritten and highly recommended for those interested in the history of freemasonry. Supposedly, there are even phrases a freemason can utter when facing grave danger causing other members to rush to their aid. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The history of freemasonry, 7 volumes, albert mackey book collection on cd v38. A history of the worlds most powerful secret society. What has transpired in north american freemasonry since the 1960s has been influenced by not only factors external to the institution, but less obvious internal ones as well. Lodgequatuorcoronati, authorofthestoryofthecraft,etc.

Please visit exmasons for jesus for more information. Scottish rite the ancient and accepted scottish rite is a worldwide masonic fraternity. The supernatural and plenary inspiration of the scripturesthat they are inerrant and that their teachings and authority are absolute, supreme, and final. According to freemasonry, a person will be saved and go to heaven as a result of his good works and personal selfimprovement. Lot with 10 books about freemasonry 1924 2006 catawiki. Books ive found useful in explaining freemasonry s history, aims and meanings. So many lost to history, we archive the masonic articles we have been able to locate here. Freemasonry is the leading fraternal organization in the world. A masonic book club is a great way for your lodge to strengthen bonds between brothers, while also learning more about masonic teachings. Bentley wrote in his 1874 book history of the abduction of william morgan and the antimasonic excitement of 182630, the two men entered into partnership to print a book which the.

The book of hiram answers long sought after questions about freemasonry s beginnings presenting an exciting challenge to readers to reconsider many of their preconceived notions hence keeping an open mind, or being a freethinker as freemasons often. The top 10 masonic books for your winter book scottish rite, nmj. New and seasoned masons from different ages, races, religions, geographic locations, as well as past masters and past grand masters were surveyed. The books are full text and readable online free of charge. Freemasonry is based upon the ancient mystery religions of egypt and babylon. For an eloquent description of the craft, every mason should read the builders, by joseph fort newton, the most widely read masonic book of all times. Examining the shifting paradigm within freemasonry. Once known, freemasonry spread throughout the world and attracted kings, emperors, and statesmen to take. A revealing look at the spiritual side by carl teichrib is our newest lighthouse trails booklet. Look into the nights templar or the assasins for starters. Says, let no man think that he may for any reason whatsoever join the masonic sect. Current worldwide membership totals over 3 million members, 1. Let me tell you a story of a man, that reached the highest level of freemasonry, rubbing elbows with presidents, celebrities, politicians, the elite.

Though some members deny it to the public, the freemasons have at least one secret masonic handshake. Notably, his book carries in the preface a form of disclaimer from his own grand lodge. A great resource for anyone interested in freemasonry, from an individual interested in petitioning, to a brothers first time in the press j to jump to the feed. Freemasonry, the shriners and their islamic assyrian origin. Witchcraft or wicca,2 the term for white or good witchcraft can be broadly defined as a mystery religion based on the ancient fertility cults of prechristian europe. Its mysterious symbols and rituals had been used in secret for centuries before freemasonry revealed itself in london in 1717. Masonic books herein are an assortment of masonic book recommendations, books about freemasonry, texts about its kindred sciences and materials about or relating to fraternity. Jan 02, 2020 what we are saying is this freemasonry at its core is not a christian organization. I suppose this is not surprising, given that masons are sworn to secrecy under blood oaths of horrific repercussion, including having their throats slit, eyeballs pierced, tongues torn out, feet flayed, bodies hacked into pieces, and so on if they give up the wrong information. Fama fraternitatis first published in 1614 in german and in 1615 in latin. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. My boyfriend is really interested in crusades and freemasonry but the only books he could read were poorly structured and overall not good. Freemasonry s singular purpose is to make good men better and its bonds of friendship, compassion and brotherly love have survived even the most divisive political, military and religious conflicts through the centuries. The scottish rite is one of the two main branches of freemasonry in which a master mason may decide to join for further exposure to masonic knowledge.