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Nobly Born By Stephen Dafoe

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Poor Fellow Soldiers of Christ and the Templar of Solomon, popularly known as the Knights Templar, was the most famous and infamous of the crusading military orders. Created in the aftermath of the First Crusade,(1096-1099) the Templars were established to ensure the safety of the large numbers of European pilgrims, who flowed towards Jerusalem after its conquest. The Templars were an unusual Order in that they lived both an active and contemplative life making them effectively the first warrior-monks in the western world. As such the Templars quickly expanded beyond their role as protectors of pilgrims and played a vital role in many battles of the Crusades.Although they suffered more defeats than celebrated victories, the Templars are remembered as Christendoms most fearless military force.Through innovative financial techniques that could be considered the foundation of modern banking and the use of a well established network of land holdings, the Templars in many ways resembled todays multi-national corporations. The Orders highly organised infrastructure, coupled with influential patrons, allowed the Order to gain great wealth and power in a relatively brief period of time. This rise in power and prosperity continued until the Templars ran foul of King Philip IV of France, who arrested the Templars on October 13, 1307 on a variety of heretical charges. Philip had the Templars tortured in order to extract confessions of guilt and many of their number were ultimately burned at the stake. Under the influence of King Philip, Pope Clement V disbanded the Order on March 22, 1312. In Nobly Born: An Illustrated History of the Knights Templar, noted expert Stephen Dafoe explores the Order from its origins through to its dissolution, set against the complex political and sociological backdrop that was the middle ages a period of history where enemies couldbecome allies at the drop of a hat.Individual chapters examine: -The factors that led to the First Crusade as well as a detailed account of the capture of Jerusalem.-The origin of the Templars between the years of 1118 - 1120 AD.-The Orders rise to papal favour and power and their commercial activities.-The day to day life of the Templar in the convent.-The military structure and discipline of the Order in the field.-The major battles fought by the Templars during the Crusades.-The downfall of the Order following the loss of the Holy Land in 1291.-The legacy and mythos of the Templars that has developed since their demise.Alongside the authors well-researched and comprehensive text is a superb illustrative content, vividly portraying the life of the Templars during this remarkable period of history. 168 pages 8 1/4 X 10 1/4 published 7/26/07 $30

Red Triangle The History Of The Persecution Of Freemasons By Robert Cooper

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com For at least 200 years Freemasonry has been subjected to witch-hunts. Conspiracy theories abound in which Freemasons manipulate whole governments, incite revolution, control the world banking system, and will engage in any activity, even murder, to advance their aims. Even today, Freemasonry is still seen a legitimate group to attack on the grounds of politics, religion and conspiracy theories. The Red Triangle uncovers the reality of this persecution of Freemasons from its first manifestation soon after people became aware of their existence in the 17th century. Taking a historical approach the author examines why attacks on Freemasonry began to appear from many quarters, who were involved? Why? What effect did their attacks have on all concerned and how successful were the Freemasons in their attempts to defend themselves. Attacks and persecution took place in many countries as Freemasonry spread around the world AE there was even an anti-Masonic political party in 19th century America which stood against Masonic politicians. In complete contrast Freemasonry and the American civil war would provide a fascinating inside the ethos of the Freemasonry in extreme, life threatening, situations when Freemasons offered assistance to their fellow Freemasons on opposite sides during the war in the midst of battles. This century ended with the notorious Dreyfus Affair which dragged Freemasonry into the political arena and most importantly linked Freemasonry with the Jews as world conspirators. The common fear of a New World Order by a Judeo/Masonic conspiracy was to reach a horrific culmination in Nazi Germany, in which Freemasons were actively persecuted, many dying in the Holocaust. Even after the war, Freemasons were seen by many as legitimate targets for persecution or abuse and today Freemasonry is still fighting a battle to present itself positively to the general public. 325 pages 6 1/4 X 9 1/4 published 4/18/11 $27

Best Of Freemasonry Today By David Wilkinson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This volume is certainly the most enthralling and interesting masonic miscellany ever published. This present publication takes together the best of those articles, highlighting aspects of masonic mysteries, of brotherhood in its many forms, of art, antiquities, history, charity and the core values of Freemasonry. A subjects include Discover the ancient technology that cannot exist! Read how the tsunami affected Freemasons and what Freemasonry did to help its victims, Learn how fascists have attacked Freemasonry in the past and what conspiracy theories anti masons propagate now, Inside the traditions and the rituals of the oddfellows , Why that catholic church feels its a sin to be a Freemason, The mysteries and secrets of ancient Egypt and the similarities between the ancient Egyptian tradition and Masonic symbolism, Does Freemasonry have its origins in the ancient mystery plays?, Investigations to see if the human mind and the human brain are one and the same. The balance between heart and mind, The art of sacred dreaming,The mysteries of Rosslyn chapel, Mozart and Freemasonry, Burns and Freemasonry, The Masonic rebellion in Liverpool, The Symbolism of the ancient guilds, Near death experiences, The symbolism behind the masonic degrees, The greater and lesser lights, The power of symbolism, the origins and aims of the seven liberal arts And much much more Michael Baigent Revd Neville Barker Cryer Yasha Beresiner Julain Rees The Pro Grand Master of England, Lord Northamption Clemant Salman Robert Temple Hardback collectors edition. 242 pages 8 5/8 X 12 published 7/26/07 $37

The Freemason At Work The Definitive Guide To Craft Freemasonry: Seventh & Revised Edition By Harry Carr

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This is one of the most successful Masonic Publications in recent times due to the immense knowledge of the late Harry Carr and his entertaining writing style. If you enjoy your masonry then this book will bring a new delight to all that you see and hear in lodge. When Harry Carr became secretary and editor of the Quatuor Coronati Lodge of Research, the answering of lodge questions became a major part of his duties. In a style that became a hall mark of all his masonic writing, he always answered a little more than the original question. In response to hundreds of requests from all over the world, the answers he gave to questions during his twelve years office as editor of Quatuor Coronati Transactions have been collected together in this book. Only the best and most interesting subjects are included and every question will be relevant to most brethren in the course of their work in the lodge ? hence the title The Freemason at Work This book was substantially revised by Frederick Smyth, the eminent Masonic author and Past Master of Quatuor Coronati Lodge, in 1992 brining the text right up-to-date for much had change since the book was first published in 1976. This is a book to be treasured, one that will provide a wealth of knowledge in an easy to read style. A collection of more than 200 questions with comprehensive answers to all manner of masonic subjects. 405 pages 6 1/8 X 9 3/4 published 7/26/07 $26

Beyond The Craft (5th Edition) By Keith Jackson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com New revised 5th edition with colour illustrations. A guide book that details Masonic Orders beyond the Craft that are still worked in England and Wales. The Author - My masonic readers have overheard those engrossing snippets of conversation that seem to occur so frequently at the festive board of a Craft lodge where reference is made to the ?Mariners?, ?the KT? or ?the Cryptic?. Enquiry is rewarded with the explanation that they are other degrees, but generally there is little further information forthcoming and one is left with a feeling of awakened, yet ungratified curiosity. This book attempts to produce a condensed, yet comprehensive text of information regarding the various masonic orders at work in England today. Contains in-depth information on the History , Joining qualifications,hierarchy, rituals and teachings and regalia of the following Masonic orders. Holy Royal Arch,Mark Masonry,Royal Ark Mariners,Order of the Secret Monitor,Royal and Select Masters,Order of the Secret Monitor,Royal and Select masters,Order of the Allied Masonic Degrees,The Ancient and Accepted Rite (Rose Croix),The Red Cross of Constantine,Knight Templar and Knight of Malta,Holy Royal Arch Knights Templar Priests,Royal Order of Scotland,Baldwyn Rite,The Operatives,Societas Rosicruciana in Anglia,Order of Light,Order of Eri,Knight Templar Beneficent of the Holy city. 104 pages 4 7/8 X 7 1/2 published 7/26/07 $18

Stairway Of Freemasonry By Julian Rees

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com For any enquiring mind, whether Freemason or not, this little book sets out to help answer questions - not so much: What does it mean? but rather: What can it mean?, since the journey is concerned not with learning other peoples answers, but in working out answers for yourself. This is a book about what it means to walk the path of a Freemason to be inspired by its rituals, to live your life by its precepts and to cultivate virtue within yourself.If you are not a Freemason, you may want answers to questions such as the following Why can I not become a Freemason by reading about it in a book?What would initiation do for me? What is the point of secrets in Freemasonry? Why are the square and compasses in Freemasonry such a universal symbol?What are Masonic symbols for? Do they mean anything? Can Freemasonry be as meaningful for me as my religion? By being a Freemason, can I be closer to God? If you are already a Freemason, you may want answers to other, but similar questions: Why are we called Free Masons? If secrets in Freemasonry are not to hide something, what are they for? What does the ritual mean when it talks of avoiding fear and rashness? How can symbols best be used? Can working tools really be used to make me a better person? If so, how? Why is it said that lodges stand on holy ground? How am I to understand light in a symbolic sense? 96 pages 6 X 8 1/4 published 7/26/07 $23

Tracing Boards Of Three Degrees In Craft Freemasonry Explained By Julian Rees

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Although all Freemasons will be familiar with the Tracing Boards AE painted or printed boards developed in the early years of Freemasonry which are used in Lodges to illustrate Masonic symbols during lectures AE little has been published on them. HaunchAEs book, Tracing Boards: Their Development and their Designers, has been in print for over 40 years but is primarily an historical treatise. The Tracing Boards are an essential part of the three Craft Degrees in the way they illustrate the allegories and symbols used. There is no publication which adequately explains the Tracing Boards, their use and the meaning of their symbolism, and this book fills that gap in the market. The first part of the book will give a history of the development and use of Tracing Boards the book then concentrates on explaining the role of the Tracing Boards in the First, Second and Third Degrees, and the specific symbolism of the Board used for each. Detailed descriptions of the Boards are given, particularly those used in the three degrees by the Emulation Lodge of Improvement, known as the Harris Boards, which contain the elements of most of the Tracing Boards used in lodges throughout Britain. The book is attractively illustrated to show the variety of historical and colourful Tracing Boards throughout the world. 214 pages 8 1/2 X 11 published 12/20/09 $11

Freemasons Handbook Of Toasts, Speeches And Responses By Yasha Beresiner

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This is an extremely useful, entertaining and practical guide that contains all the toasts and responses to toasts that a Freemason will need. Never again will a Freemason, get caught out by a last-minute request to make a speech with this handy ready prepared book of toasts, speeches and responses. This book contains a complete set of fully adaptable toasts and responses to toasts, lasting about four minutes each,.that the Freemasons can use at short notice at the festive board. It contains multiple versions of all possible Masonic toasts including, the toast to the initiate, the toast to the guests, responsible half of the guests, the toasts to the worshipful master and many more. The book is written in the inimitable style of professional Toastmaster and public speaker, Yasha Beresiner, author of the bestselling Masonically Speaking, which means that each and every toast is witty and entertaining and easy to perform and adapt to ones own needs. The small format will be popular with Freemasons as it will give them a product that they can carry in their bag or pocket, should they get asked to make a speech or respond to a speech at the last minute. Each toast will contain witty toasts, one-liners and themed jokes that in a flash any Freemason can stand up with confidence at the festive board. 96 pages 4 1/4 X 5 7/8 published 1/1/10 $35

Canonbury Papers Vol 5 Knowledge Of Heart By Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This fifth volume of The Canonbury Papers contains the twelve papers delivered at the Eighth International Conference, held at the Canonbury Academy in November 2006, on Gnosticism and related movements Gnosticism, in its essence, is a heterodox form of Christianity that developed in the Second Century out of dualist schools of thought within the Church. These schools drew upon older and parallel religions of their day, and relied on revealed knowledge (gnosis) rather than on grace as the means of salvation. Although they did not survive the collapse of the Roman Empire, the Gnostics and their teaching became an integral part of the Western Hermetic Tradition. The Gnostic tradition has thus provided a continuing philosophical and religious influence on later spiritual and esoteric movements, including Freemasonry, and most notably during the last two centuries. In recognition of this influence the conference sought to bring together such distinguished speakers as Professor James Robinson - the worlds foremost authority on Gnosticism, Colin Wilson and Tobias Churton, together with prominent scholars from a variety of disciplines, creating a forum for new insights into the meaning and value of Gnosticism in both its classical and modern forms. 146 pages 6 5/16 X 9 7/16 published 7/26/07 $24

Compasses And The Cross By Stephen Dafoe

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com In the Compasses and the Cross, Stephen Dafoe, the author of Nobly Born: An Illustrated History of the Knights Templar, traces the origins and evolution of the Masonic Knights Templar from their beginnings in the middle of the eighteenth century to its present form. Through the course of the book, Dafoe draws on his knowledge of the history of the original Order as well as that of the modern Masonic variant. Individual chapters will examine the various myths connecting the Templars and Freemasonry put forth by eighteenth and nineteenth century Freemasons including James Anderson, Andrew Michael Ramsay and Baron von Hund, as well as Scottish Freemasons such as William Alexander Lawrie and the Chevalier James Burnes. In addition to separating historical fact from masonic tradition, Dafoe also chronicles the differences in Masonic Templarism as it exists in Britain and the Dominion with that of the United States. An excellent and thought provoking addition to the existing information on the Knights Templar which will be essential reading for all Masons and general readers with an interest in this subject area. 160 pages 8 1/4 X 10 1/4 published 9/4/08 $18

Understanding The Knight Templar And Malta Degrees By Neville Barker Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Whatever does the word Bauseant mean? Why does the Malta Cross have eight points? Whatever is a Turcopolier and why do knights have an Admiral? Over the last 25 years, whilst becoming Provincial Prior in two areas, the Revd Neville Barker Cryer has produced shorter booklets providing some of the answers to these and other similar questions. So successful have they been in explaining various aspects of the degrees of Knight Templar and of Malta that it was decided to expand the number of subjects dealt with and make them available to any knight in England. Stories about the Knights Templar and their exploits abound here is something to help Masonic knights become more informed about what they do and say.Subjects include: Templar Churches and the Holy Sepulchre, Why Is the Royal Arch Linked with the Knights Templar?, The PilgrimEs Hat, The Accolade of Dubbing, What Is the Significance of the Mediterranean Pass?, What Does the Patte Cross of the Degrees Mean?, The Malta Banners, What Exactly Was the Office of Conservator?,The Knightly Garments, Is there any Link between the First Templars and Freemasonry? 64 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/4 published 5/22/08 $13

What Do You Know About Ritual? The Complete Masons Commentary By N B Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Whatever does the word Bauseant mean? Why does the Malta Cross have eight points? Whatever is a Turcopolier and why do knights have an Admiral? Over the last 25 years, whilst becoming Provincial Prior in two areas, the Revd Neville Barker Cryer has produced shorter booklets providing some of the answers to these and other similar questions. So successful have they been in explaining various aspects of the degrees of Knight Templar and of Malta that it was decided to expand the number of subjects dealt with and make them available to any knight in England. Stories about the Knights Templar and their exploits abound here is something to help Masonic knights become more informed about what they do and say.Subjects include: Templar Churches and the Holy Sepulchre, Why Is the Royal Arch Linked with the Knights Templar?, The Pilgrims Hat, The Accolade of Dubbing, What Is the Significance of the Mediterranean Pass?, What Does the Patte Cross of the Degrees Mean?, The Malta Banners, What Exactly Was the Office of Conservator?,The Knightly Garments, Is there any Link between the First Templars and Freemasonry? 92 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/4 published 7/26/07 $18

Masonic After Dinner Speaking By Laurence Ager

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Masonic After-Dinner speaking is treated with concern and dismay by many who are called upon to address an audience. It is a sad fact that what should be one of the most attractive features of Lodge after-proceedings can so often become a source of worry to the speaker and of boredom to his audience. Few have the gift of being natural a off-the-cuff speaker and all have to work carefully at preparing and delivering a speech that will give pleasure to audience and speaker alike. Laurence Ager has been a professional speechwriter for many years and has written speeches for brethren covering a wide range of individual requirements. His knowledge and expertise is now available for all to benefit from with the publication of this book. He provides sufficient elementary instruction to enable any mason to rise with some degree of confidence and to speak for the required few minutes without disgrace. Included are many examples of speeches covering a wide variety of masonic occasions which will help the reader to develop his talents and increase his confidence. 116 pages 4 3/4 X 7 1/4 published 7/26/07 $17

Let Me Tell You More By Neville Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Following the success of the authorAEs previous books, I Just DidnAEt Know That and Did You Know This, Too Rev Neville Barker Cryer presents a third volume in the series. Written in his inimitable approachable yet impeccably researched style, the author presents an eclectic collection of subjects of interest to the reader and which could be used as the basis for a wide variety of Lodge talks. Subjects covered include: Preparing the Candidate for Initiation, What Do I Say About My Initiation to Any That Ask About It?, Do We Really Need the Second Degree? AEWhat Inducement Have You to Leave the East and Go to the West?, An Alternative Presentation of a Grand Lodge Certificate, The Place and Role of the Master in the Lodge, The Ancient Office of Warden, Stewardship, The Sources of Masonic Practice, Our Debts to Ancients and Moderns, AEThatAEs What Freemasonry is Always About, IsnAEt It?, Freemasonry and Rotary. Always informative, the author illuminates the reader, regardless of their experience, with a fresh perspective on each subject. 112 pages 5 13/16 X 8 7/16 published 1/16/10 $17

Freemasonry - The Reality By Tobias Churton

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com An honest, no holds barred account of Freemasonry - its history, its aims and its relevance to the modern age. Its time to forget the fairy stories, the lies, the propaganda and the wishful thinking. Its time for the truth, the reality! Remove the hoodwink of what you thought you knew about Freemasonry, its aims and origins.... This remarkable book, now available in paperback for the first time, is about to bring the picture into focus in a way never before possible. Discover the true story of the worlds most influential brotherhood, Join the author on a journey into the mystical past that reveals the true source of Masonic wisdom. Discover the amazing world of the Alchemists, mystics and political visionaries who made the order what it is today. Discover the secret divine aim at the heart of Freemasonry and see the real meanings in the now completely misinterpreted rituals and symbols of the craft. Written by academic historian and Freemason Tobias Churton, this book will allow you to see the Masonic l 548 pages 5 X 8 published 12/30/09 $33

Mandorla And Tau The Secrets And Mysteries Of Freemasonry Revealed By Kevin Gest

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com After becoming a Freemason, and years of involvement, few members know how or where Freemasonry started or even where the word Freemasonry comes from. This book follows on from the authors previous book, The Secrets of Solomons Temple, to investigate the origins of the ceremonies and regalia of Freemasonry. In the course of the authors research he has unearthed some interesting answers to what members are doing or wearing, why they are doing it, and what the origins are. The author has gone back to original sources to draw out the cultural and social origins and intellectual background of Freemasonry, taking the history back to the medieval guilds and in many cases found that the accepted histories need to be revised because many myths have developed over the years which have become commonly accepted. Modern-day Freemasonry has also been influenced by historical events and cultural movements, from the teachings of the liberal arts across medieval and Renaissance Europe to the French Revolution. 320 pages 6 X 9 published 12/13/11 $10

Emulation Pocket Series No.1 By Graham Redman

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This series of books provides a description of Emulation Working as it applies to each officer of a Lodge. It is largely derived from the authors earlier book, Emulation Working Today. Each book in the series is intended as a supplement to the Emulation Ritual book. It is not an exhaustive description of Emulation Working, however, there are many instances where brethren commonly fail to carry out the action described in accordance with the practice of Emulation Lodge of Improvement. There are also several places where the wording of the ritual is open to inaccurate interpretation. The books in this series provide help where difficulties are known to arise, warn of the problem areas, and attempt to make the task of the various officers of a Lodge easier. Although this book will take a brother part, or perhaps most of the way, but it is not the same as receiving instruction firsthand from a competent preceptor or attending a Lodge of demonstration such as Emulation Lodge of Improvement. 40 pages 4 1/8 X 5 13/16 published 11/8/11 $32

Invisibles The True History Of The Rosicrucians By Tobias Churton

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com It has been said that Rosicrucians possess the secrets of Man, God, and Nature, that they can turn lead into gold, that they govern Europe in secret, that they enjoy the elixir of life, that theirs is the true philosophy of Freemasonry, and that they can save or destroy the world. Most amazing of all perhaps is the Rosicrucian vision of an invisible, inviolable, and utterly secret body, the Hidden Guardians of the planet. Only they, it is alleged, possess the true key to understanding the spiritual and material essence of all religion. The story of how a young German nobleman, Christian Rosycross, escaped his boring cloister and sped to the east in search of wisdom about a century before Columbus sailed west, has been told many times since it first appeared in a booklet in 1614. The Fama Fraternitatis, the document in which the story first appeared, has been taken for historical fact. Never was there a story more controversial or more mysterious to tell. 443 pages 6 1/4 X 9 1/2 published 3/19/11 $28

Guide To Masonic Symbolism By Duncan Moore

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The aim of this book is to bring the existence of symbols used in Masonry to the deeper attention of the practising Freemason or interested student, to provoke greater thought about what lies behind the symbols in terms of the philosophy of Masonry and (because this will not be the last book written on Masonic symbolism) to stimulate further research. This new book sets out a clear and easy to understand explanation of Masonic symbols primarily for the new Mason and interested general readers, although long serving Masons will find much of interest in this new look at symbols and what they mean. The author looks in detail at the origins and derivations of the symbols used and shows how they got into operative and then speculative Masonry. While concentrating on Craft and Royal Arch symbols, the author also describes the three degrees of Craft Freemasonry and gives reference to the symbols in the Lodge, on the Tracing Board and the officersAE collar jewels. 208 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 12/1/09 $25

Freemasons Bedside Book - John Mandleberg

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Take your Masonry seriously but dont take it solemnly, has been one of the authors tenets throughout his many years as a Freemason. The Freemasons Bedside Book is an accessible collection of articles, poems, letters and other bite-sized material from a respected scholar of Freemasonry which will illuminate the subject for those who do not have the time to plough through more lengthy and learned articles or research original documents in which this material is buried. Readers will find the book shows how Freemasonry has developed in the way that it has, bringing to life what people were thinking, believing and wanting in the past, and showing the human face of many of the revered figures in the history of Freemasonry, often with humor. The content varies from poems, short stories and anecdotes to historical extracts and other document research chosen for the quality of their writing and the entertainment of the reader as well as their insight into Freemasonry. Pub Date: 11-20-12 $25

Secrets Of Solomons Temple By Kevin L. Gest

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com IWe have all been told that Solomon was a noble and wise ruler in ancient times. However, in the past twenty years, much of our understanding about biblical times has changed. Eminent archaeologists have indicated that Solomon was not his real name, but one given to him some time after his death. Furthermore, increased understanding of ancient languages has resulted in the correction of many translation errors and changed our perception of biblical events. This reveals that what the church has promoted for several centuries may have to be reconsidered. This book reveals a secret that has been lying at the center of Freemasonry for hundreds of years. Who really was Solomon and what was the nature of the secret knowledge he possessed? This book reveals how the temple would have worked and its connection to modern Freemasonry. The pentagram, or Solomons Seal, is a Masonic symbol. Where did it come from and what is its meaning? 336 pages 6 1/4 X 9 1/4 published 9/19/09 $15

Secret Science Of Masonic Initiation, The By Robert Lomas

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Secret Science of Masonic Initiation is different and revelatory. This book will take you on an imaginative journey deep into that inner part of your consciousness that Freemasonry calls your soul. Not since the glory days of Wilmshurst, Ward, and Waite, has any serious Masonic writer attempted to look at the meaning of Masonry in such knowledgeable depth. Its ritual says it is a high and serious subject. But how can an individual discover the truths it outlines? How do you become an Initiate and a Master? A new, spiritually aware generation is asking this question and demanding answers. Using words and images, this book leads you through the spiritual stages of Masonic knowledge. The Craft teaches that each new apprentice shall find a teacher to gain instruction. The open Lodge is not the place for instruction but a place for living out truths that should be taught privately by contemplation of symbols. 112 pages 4 3/4 X 7 1/8 published 6/29/09 $30

York Mysteries Revealed By Revd Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com In many of the earliest Masonic manuscripts we read of the great influence of York and a mysterious Prince Edwin, on the history of Freemasonry. This has been assumed a myth by most historians. But AE|.could these early stories regarding the importance of York be true? Or at least based on true events, confused as they may have become when handed down over centuries? The story which is told in these pages has never before been fully represented and will change the way we view the origins of Freemasonry in the British Isles forever. Join the Revd Neville Barker Cryer on a historical detective trail through the history of York Masonry, from the 9th to the 19th century. Discover - The true origins of the American AEYork RiteAE The hidden mysteries of the City of York The first recorded Speculative Masonic Initiations. The first Royal Arch Chapter in the world The truth about the rival AEGrand Lodge of All England. 484 pages 6 X 8 1/4 published 6/12/06 $37

Committed To The Flames By Arturo Hoyos

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com In 1826 Robert Benjamin Folger, a recent graduate of medical school and a new Master Mason, filled a book with the enciphered Craft rituals of the Rectified Scottish Rite, a high-grade revision of the rite of Strict Observance. well-known in Europe but unknown in the United States. His introduction directed that the rituals be committed to the flames upon his death. Fortunatley for Masonic historians instructions were not followed. Folger went on to prepare at least two other books of rituals. A man of tremendous talents, strongpassions, and curious contradictions, Folger was twice expelled from Masonry by the Grand Lodge of New York and participated in at least six clandestine Supreme Councils, but died a Master Mason in good standing. The book gives full transcriptions of all og his rituals, an analysis of their place in Masonry and biographies of Folger and his major contemporaries in his Masonic work. 290 pages 6 1/4 X 9 3/8 published 7/26/07 $32

Genesis Of Freemasonry By David Harrison

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This book is a revealing but thoroughly enjoyable journey through the intricate history of English Freemasonry. Historian Dr. David Harrison reconstructs the hidden history of the movement, tracing its roots through a mixture of mediaeval guild societies, alchemy and necromancy. He examines the earliest known Freemasons and their obsessions with Solomons Temple, alchemy, and prophecy, to the formation of the Grand Lodge in London, which in turn led to rebellions within the Craft throughout England. Harrison also analyzes the role of French immigrant, Dr Jean Theophilus Desaguliers in the development of English Freemasonry, focusing on his involvement with the formation of the mysterious modern Masonic ritual. All Freemasons and more general readers will find much of interest in this fascinating exploration of the very beginnings of Freemasonry, still one of the most mysterious brotherhoods in the world. 224 pages 6 1/4 X 9 1/4 published 5/14/09 $20

So You Want To Be A Freemason? By Julian Rees

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com In this book Julian Rees explains what a candidate for Masonic Initiation should know before he joins Freemasonry, but may be too afraid to ask! This essential guide explains in straightforward terms all the practicalities of becoming a Mason. Subjects covered include a detailed account of what you need to know before becoming a Freemason, what happens on the night of the initiation, and information on the world of Freemasonry. The book also contains a handy glossary of Masonic terms. This book is an essential read for anyone considering becoming a Freemason, anyone who has just joined Freemasonry and is unsure of all of the strict routines and procedures within the Craft, and also perhaps for established Freemasons who need a reminder about what it means to be a Freemason. Written by a leading high-profile freemason, this is a must have purchase for all prospective Freemasons throughout the country. 112 pages 5 3/4 X 8 1/4 published 6/8/09 $18

Freemasons Wife By Philippa Faulks

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com IHave you ever wondered why men want to be Freemasons? How do they become one and what is involved? Everyone has heard at least one thing about the MasonsAEgood or badAEbut what is the truth? Written by the wives of two well-established Freemasons, A Handbook for The FreemasonAEs Wife aims to give a simple and straight-to-the-point guide to the basics of Freemasonry, steering the reader through initially bemusing concepts toward a clear understanding of the path of moral learning in which the men folk will be involved. It demystifies the myths and rumors, and in doing so, helps make the reader feel reassured, more knowledgeable, and respectful of a wonderful Craft. Whether you are the girlfriend, wife, partner, or close relation of a Freemason or Freemason-to-be, you will find within this light-hearted book the answer to almost every question you will initially need to know about Freemasonry. 112 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 3/5/09 $37

Freemasonry - The Reality By Tobias Churton

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Its time to forget the fairy stories, the lies, the propaganda and the wishful thinking. Its time for the truth, the reality! Remove the hoodwink of what you thought you knew about Freemasonry, its aims and origins.... This remarkable new book is about to bring the picture into focus in a way never before possible. Discover the true story of the worlds most influential brotherhood, Join the author on a journey into the mystical past that reveals the true source of Masonic wisdom. Discover the amazing world of the Alchemists, mystics and political visionaries who made the order what it is today. Discover the secret divine aim at the heart of Freemasonry and see the real meanings in the now completely misinterpreted rituals and symbols of the craft. Written by academic historian and Freemason Tobias Churton, this book will allow you to see the Masonic lodge in a completely new light. 468 pages 6 1/4 X 9 5/16 published 7/26/07 $17

Delving Further Beyond The Craft By Neville Barker Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Inspired by Keith Jacksons classic book Beyond the Craft, Neville Barker Cryer delves further into the world of Freemasonry to investigate the origins and meaning of this most fascinating of misunderstood orders. In this historical guidebook to the Masonic Orders that are beyond the Craft, Cryer researches this fascinating subject in more detail, and not only delves in depth into the history of each Order, but also looks at the degree system and regalia of each Order. This book will be a fascinating read as it reveals the complexity of these Orders, many of which can trace a pedigree back to the earliest days of Freemasonry in England. Included here are histories of the Mark Degrees, the Ark Mariner, the Secret Monitor, the Cryptic Degrees, the Allied Degrees, the Ancient and Accepted Rite, the Red Cross, the Knights Templar, and the Holy Royal Arch Knights Templar Priests. 96 pages 5 13/16 X 8 3/16 published 6/8/09 $17

Director Of Ceremonies By Richard Johnson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This title is a new volume in Lewis Masonics new series of practical guides for Lodge officers. In each volume, author Richard Johnson takes one of the Lodge offices and gives clear practical advice to those taking on this role for the first time. Each book also serves as a handy reference guide to the role for the more experienced officers. The Director of Ceremonies volume also contains useful advice for the Assistant Director Of Ceremonies. The Director of Ceremonies role is vital in a Lodge to ensure that everything that happens in a lodge meeting and at the subsequent meal is performed exactly as it should be. As well as looking at general ceremonial practicalities, the book examines out-of-lodge functions and the important role of man management for the Director of Ceremonies. The book concludes with appendices giving a handy checklist of duties. 80 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/4 published 6/17/10 $17

Lodge Secretary, The By Richard Johnson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This title is a new volume in Lewis Masonics new series of practical guides for Lodge officers. In each volume, author Richard Johnson takes one of the Lodge offices and gives clear practical advice to those taking on this role for the first time. Each book also serves as a handy reference guide to the role for the more experienced officers. The Lodge Secretary volume also contains useful advice for the Assistant Secretary. The Lodge Secretarys role is vital in a Lodge, overseeing all of the arrangements for ensuring the Lodge is able to function properly, including all items of business, keeping the Lodge records, and the day-to-day organization of lodge meetings, interactions with other lodges, Grand and Provincial Secretaries, and outside suppliers. The book concludes with appendices giving a handy checklist of duties. 96 pages 6 X 8.25 published 11/18/10 $14

Ritual In Mind By Graham Chisnell

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This title offers a visual memory system for learning Masonic ritual. It is intended to nurture younger Masonic brethren in learning Masonic ritual. As a head teacher and past university lecturer, the author has applied his research into memory retention to learning Masonic ritual. Ritual in Mind is a short booklet that explores the theory behind visual memory retention techniques and applies this to the working tools of the first three degrees in the Craft to enable brethren to become confident ritualists. Learning Masonic ritual can be a daunting prospect. Ritual in Mind explores a visual memory technique that will improve the ability to learn and recite Masonic ritual. In addition, Ritual in Mind could become an essential text for supporting the mentoring process for Provincial mentoring scheme. 80 pages 4 X 5 13/16 published 12/31/69 $18

Warriors And The Bankers A History Of The Knights Templar From 1307 To The Present By Alan Butler

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com In The Warriors and the Bankers, the research and writing team of Alan Butler and Stephen Dafoe bring their combined experiences to bear on the question asked for hundreds of years, What became of the Knights Templar? Arrested in 1307, dissolved in 1312 and executed by 1314, the Templars have been the subject of many theories concerning their possible survival. This book examines these theories against new evidence and information. Additionally the authors put forth, for the first time, a completely NEW theory that has caught the ears, eyes and attention of many readers. The ultimate conclusion is that the Templars did survive virtually intact and that ,in a very direct sense, they may still be one of the most potent forces at work in the world at the start of the new Millennium. 96 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 7/26/07 $27

Making Light A Handbook For Freemasons: New Edition By Julian Rees

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com At last an easy-to-read guide to the path of self-knowledge and self-improvement that is Freemasonry. This volume takes the reader through each of the three degrees of Craft Freemasonry, explaining how best to gain insight from the study and application of these teachings. For the newly made Mason, this book provides an explanation of the ceremony and a glossary of Masonic terminology. It also provides a similar guide for future degrees of Masonic progression. For the experienced Freemason it illustrates interesting and largely unknown aspects of the symbolism of the three degrees. To discover the true Masonic secret, we have to work to bring it forth this book is the manual for that great work. 128 pages 6 X 8 1/4 published 10/23/07 $11

Knights Templar By Paul Ivison

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com In 1118, nineteen years after the fall of Jerusalem to Christian hands, nine Knights arrived at the court of King Baudoin II (commonly referred to as Baldwin), ruler of the new kingdom. These Knights were led by one Hugues de Payens a member of the lower nobility of Champagne. The Knights stated that their mission was to protect the Pilgrims en route to the Holy Places of Jesus, and they had taken vows of Poverty, Chastity and Obedience to the teachings of Christ. This wonderful little book gives you a unique insight into the life of a Knights Templar as unlike any other title of its kind this books focus is on the duties beliefs and daily life of the Knights Templar rather than just their history. 112 pages 4 X 6 published 10/23/07 $81

Lanes List Masonic Records 1717-1894 By John Lane

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com A facsimile reprint, issued in 2000, of the original second edition of this remarkable work published in 1895, plus a new introduction. This is a listing of all the lodges, at home and abroad, warranted by the Four Grand Lodges and the Union Grand Lodge of England with their dates of constitution, places of meeting, alteration in numbers and much more for the years of growth of the movement from 1717 to 1894. The Masonic records are divided into sections and include all those constituted or warranted abroad, but never registered in the Books of the Grand Lodge. This is an invaluable reference source for historians researching the Masonic Lodges of the past, many of which are still in operation. 544 pages 9 X 11 1/4 published 7/26/07 $28

Masonic Etiquette Today A Modern Guide To Masonic Protocol And Practice By Graham Redman

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This book draws together a number of different topics covering Masonic conduct, so as to provide a comprehensive guide to Masonic behaviour inside and outside the Lodge. Topics covered include the complexities of the issues inside the lodge of dress, regalia, voting and elections, precedence, seating and saluting, procedures, visitors, ritual quirks, music, behaviour (and difficulties) and administrative matters. Issues outside the Lodge addressed where Masons need guidance such as correspondence, ties and other apparel and openness are also addressed. This book addresses the perennial need for Masons to have a straightforward and reliable guide to etiquette, written by a leading Mason. 199 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 1/21/10 $27

Emulation Ritual (library Edition) By The Emulation Lodge of Improvement Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The most detailed and authoritive text on the true meaning of the Taylors Masonic rituals! The principal contents of this book are the Official Taylors Lectures on the Three Degrees of Craft Freemasonry. These lectures deal with the description of the ritual of those Degrees along with their moral and symbolic significance and are of a formal nature, arranged as catechisms - that is by question and answer form. The text can be studied at home or can be preformed by two or more brethren in open lodge. Much evidence suggests that many sections of these lectures are as old as the degrees themselves. This book adds much to ones enjoyment and understanding of Freemasonry. 299 pages 5 7/8 X 8 3/4 published 7/26/07 $27

Emulation Working Today By Graham Redman

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This volume is not only an invaluable guide to the performance of craft ritual as taught by the Emulation Lodge of Improvement but a guide to the learning and performance of Masonic Ritual as an art and a discipline. For this reason it will be of great value to any Freemason no matter what ritual his lodge works. The book contains an in depth and detailed guide to the procedures and of Craft ritual as practiced by the Emulation Lodge of Improvement and the roles and work of each officer in the lodge. It also provides an exhaustive guide to the path through the offices including both handy tips on problem areas in the ritual and how to correct common errors. 164 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 7/26/07 $18

Masonically Speaking By Yasha Beresiner

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Everyone agrees that Masonic speeches should be fun, entertaining and inspiring. So it seems rather strange that previous books on the subject have had none of these qualities! This book is different, its not a dry ponderous how to guide, its a hilarious journey. Because it is such an enjoyable read, you will learn and remember whilst being entertained. By the time you have finished the book you will know everything you need to make a confident and enthralling speech, even at short notice. Written by professional after-dinner speaker Yasha Beresiner, this book offers the best guide to help you prepare for any speech, Masonic or otherwise. 128 pages 4 3/4 X 7 1/4 published 7/26/07 $9

Talks For Lodge & Chapter (sb) By Richard Sandbach

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The most comprehensive and easy to use book of Masonic talks ever published. Perfect for impromptu performance in Lodge should a candidate fail to appear or should one not be available. Each and every talk is deliberately designed to have the same running time as the average Masonic meeting ensuring one will be on time for the Festive Board.Produced in a convenient ring bound format so the pages dont close during performanceCovers a vast range of exciting topics including the origins of the Craft degrees, the Templars and the Rose Croix explaining theancientlandmarks the task of Royal Arch and much, much more.Contains 14 chapters. 128 pages 8 1/2 X 11 3/4 published 10/23/07 $9

Talks For Lodge And Chapter By Richard Sandbach

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The most comprehensive and easy to use book of Masonic talks ever published. Perfect for impromptu performance in Lodge should a candidate fail to appear or should one not be available. Each and every talk is deliberately designed to have the same running time as the average Masonic meeting ensuring one will be on time for the Festive Board. Produced in a convenient ring bound format so the pages dont close during performanceCovers a vast range of exciting topics including the origins of the Craft degrees, the Templars and the Rose Croix explaining theancientlandmarks the task of Royal Arch and much, much more.Contains 14 chapters 128 pages 8 X 11 published 7/26/07 $28

Orders Of American Freemasonry By S. Brent Morris

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This illustrated hardback guide to organizations covers all the organizations associated with Freemasonry in the United States, the basic division of American Freemasonry into the York Rite and Scottish Rite, plus fun organizations like the Shriners, ladies groups like the Eastern Star, youth groups like DeMolay, and other organizations. For each group there is a brief history, including founders and founding date, membership requirements, degree, plot summaries of degrees, special awards, officers, regalia, identifying jewelry, membership size, and current contact information. References for further research are given. 160 pages 6 X 8 published 12/20/11 $17

Laughter On The Level By Martin Faulks

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This new publication represents Masonic jokes in an attractive large format with the cartoons published in the Masonic Square magazine over the last 40 years. This will make a nice, visual, high-quality gift book for Freemasons and complement our existing joke books. The jokes will be a mixture of the old and faithful which are perennially popular and always useful for any Freemason planning to make a speech as well as new material for any occasion. Our joke books are an important part of our Lewis Masonic list. They sell steadily as there is always a need for good material to aid the Masonic speaker. 96 pages 148.0000x210.0000 published 4/5/12 $18

Mm Taylors Lectures In Sections On Craft Freemasonry By Mm Taylor

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The most detailed and authoritive text on the true meaning of the Taylors Masonic rituals! The principal contents of this book are the Official Taylors Lectures on the Three Degrees of Craft Freemasonry. These lectures deal with the description of the ritual of those Degrees along with their moral and symbolic significance and are of a formal nature, arranged as catechisms - that is by question and answer form. The text can be studied at home or can be preformed by two or more brethren in open lodge. Much evidence suggests that many sections of these lectures are as old as the degrees themselves. 152 pages 3 1/8 X 5 published 7/26/07 $10

Workmen Unashamed By Christopher Haffner

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Freemasonry has been the subject of much debate by both Christians and non-Christians alike. It has provoked several books to be published in recent years which have sensationalised the issue without proper research. The author, as a freemason and Christian, has carefully examined the accusations levelled at Freemasonry. He gives reasoned answers and explanations to the issues raised in anti-masonic publications and exposes their lack of substance. First published in 1989, this edition has been extensively revised and expanded to incorporate additional information and subsequent developments. 272 pages 6 X 9 1/2 published 7/26/07 $27

Hall In The Garden (the) By The Library And Museum Of Freemasonry Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com An imposing art deco building, covering two and one quarter acres, it was built 1927-1933 as a memorial to the many Freemasons who died on active service in the First World War. Initially known as the Masonic Peace Memorial, it reverted to the name Freemasons Hall at the outbreak of war in 1939. The headquarters of English freemasonry have been located in Great Queen Street, London, since the last quarter of the eighteenth century. This publication, written by staff at the Library and Museum of Freemasonry, tells the story of the various buildings on the site. 96 pages 8 1/2 X 11 1/8 published 7/26/07 $9

Companion Craft Ritual Alt Working By Revd Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Would you like to make your next Lodge meeting special? Would you like to include something that even the Past Masters may not have seen before? Whether it be the beautiful and inspiring Long Goodbye at the closing of the Lodge or a variation of an existing presentation why not make your next Lodge meeting one to remember with one of our alternative workings and addresses? With over 25 traditional variations of Masonic address charges and presentations, this is the ideal title to help you keep the ritual fresh and exciting in your Lodge 79 pages 3 X 4 published 11/2/01 $15

Emulation Ritual First Degree By Lewis Masonic

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The perfect gift for the newly made Mason, providing him with an authoritive grounding in Masonic symbolism and practice and everything he needs for his next degree.This book contains - The complete ceremony of the Entered Apprentice Degree, The Official Emulation Lectures explaining the symbolism of the First Degree (some sections of which are as old as the ritual itself!), The questions to the candidate before the Second degree, Instructions on performing Masonic fire and The opening and closing odes. 299 pages 3 1/2 X 5 1/2 published 7/26/07 $15

Emulation First Degree Ritual By The Emulation Lodge Of IMprovment

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The perfect gift for the newly made Mason, providing him with an authoritive grounding in Masonic symbolism and practice and everything he needs for his next degree.This book contains - The complete ceremony of the Entered Apprentice Degree, The Official Emulation Lectures explaining the symbolism of the First Degree (some sections of which are as old as the ritual itself!), The questions to the candidate before the Second degree, Instructions on performing Masonic fire and The opening and closing odes. 160 pages 3 3/8 X 5 1/2 published 8/30/07 $5

Horatio Admiral Lord Nelson By John Webb

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com On 21st October 1805, Vice-Admiral Lord Nelson led the British fleet to victory against the combined might of the Franco-Spanish fleet. It was one of the most important and decisive battles in British naval history. To celebrate the 200th Anniversary of The Battle of Trafalgar, Lewis Masonic have reduced the price on their title Horatio, Admiral Lord Nelson: Was He a Freemason? We hope this will give more people the opportunity to learn about the life of this brave and impressive man. 62 pages 5 3/4 X 8 1/4 published 7/26/07 $5

Royal Ark Mariners Ritual 1 By lewis Masonic

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Published under the authority of the Grand Master Royal Ark Council, this book contains the official ritual of the Royal Ark Mariners Degree. Contents include the opening and closing of a Royal Ark Mariners Lodge, the lecture of the tracing board of a Royal Ark Mariner, the Presentation of the Royal Ark Mariners certificate, and the Complete Ceremony of Elevation. It also includes a full-color illustration of the Tracing Board of this Degree and a guide to salutes and firing. 44 pages X published 9/23/10 $18

Did You Know This Too? By Revd Neville Barker Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Explanations of various aspects of Freemasonry including: the Churchs involvement women and Freemasonry the influence of operative on speculative Freemasonry the different origins of English and Scottish Freemasonry the development of English Freemasonry from 1350 to 1730 discovering the Arch degree the Geneva Bible and its contribution to the development of the English ritual what was Dunckerley playing at? further reflections on the Third Degreee puzzle. 96 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/4 published 3/15/05 $15

Rossyln Hoax (the) Paperback By Robert Cooper

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Much has been written over the years about Rosslyn Chapel and its connection with Scottish Freemasonry, as well the St.Clair family, the Knights Templar and a variety of lost treasures. The author looks in depth at the validity of the published material and the legends associated with the Rosslyn Chapel exposing major differences between Scottish Freemasons view of their history and heritage and that described by those who are not Freemasons. 416 pages 5 X 8 published 7/26/07 $15

Emulation Ritual Second Degree By Lewis Masonic

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The perfect gift for the newly made Fellow Craft, providing him with an authoritive grounding in Masonic symbolism and practice and everything he needs for his next degree. This book contains - The complete ceremony of the Fellow Craft Degree, The Official Emulation Lectures explaining the symbolism of the Second Degree (some sections of which are as old as the ritual itself!), The questions to the candidate before the Third degree, 125 pages 3 1/2 X 5 1/2 published 7/26/07 $35

Rose Croix History Of The Ancient And Accepted Rite: By A C F Jackson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Ancient and Accepted Rite for England and Wales covers the 4th-33rd degrees, including the 18th Rose Croix degree. The author explores the historic background to this important part of Freemasonry with the original being published in 1980. A second edition appeared in 1987 which was a completely revised work after much new documented evidence was discovered, and this third edition is another reprint of this authoritative study. 289 pages 6 3/8 X 9 3/8 published 7/26/07 $37

Rose Croix Essays (spiral Bound) By John Mandleberg

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Ancient and Accepted Rite for England and Wales covers the 4th-33rd degrees, including the 18th Rose Croix degree. The author explores the historic background to this important part of Freemasonry with the original being published in 1980. A second edition appeared in 1987 which was a completely revised work after much new documented evidence was discovered, and this third edition is another reprint of this authoritative study. 160 pages 8 X 11 3/4 published 7/26/07 $37

Rose Croix Essays (hard Back) By John Mandleberg

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Ancient and Accepted Rite for England and Wales covers the 4th-33rd degrees, including the 18th Rose Croix degree. The author explores the historic background to this important part of Freemasonry with the original being published in 1980. A second edition appeared in 1987 which was a completely revised work after much new documented evidence was discovered, and this third edition is another reprint of this authoritative study. 208 pages 8 X 12 published 7/26/07 $5

Royal Ark Mariners Ritual No 2 By Lewis Masonic

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Published under the authority of the Grand Master Royal Ark Council, this book contains the official Installation ritual of the Royal Ark Mariners Degree. Contents include the Installation of a Commander of the lodge of Royal Ark Mariners, the Installation of a Commander who is already an installed Commander, the proclamation of the Commander who is to continue in the office for a second year, and the presentation of keystone Jewel. 24 pages X published 9/23/10 $35

Canonbury Papers Vol 4 Seeking The Light : By Robert Gilbert

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Canonbury Papers Vol 4: Seeking the Light - Freemasonry and Initiation In this the fourth volume in the Canonbury Papers are eleven papers that were presented at the seventh conference held in November 2005. It is on a broad theme of Seeking the Light : Freemasonry & Initiatic Traditions. As with those in earlier volumes, these papers will provide a significant contribution to the development of masonic historiography. 140 pages 6 1/4 X 9 1/4 published 7/26/07 $30

Symbolism In Craft Freemasonry By Colin Dyer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Freemasonry, in its Lodges and Ceremonies, makes use of a great deal of symbolism. This publication examines various documents and explains the reasons for the use of particular symbols into Masonry. The author is acknowledged as an expert in this area of the Craft and the information contained in his book will enhance the knowledge of this fascinating subject. First published in 1976 this is the 2003 reprint. 186 pages 5 1/2 X 8 1/2 published 1/1/07 $27

Complete Workings Of The Royal Arch Degree By Lewis Masonic

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Complete Royal Arch Ritual - updated to incorporate the necessary amendments and additions following the convocation of Supreme Grand Chapter on the 10th of November 2004. This volume includes both mandatory changes to the Address after Exaltation and The Historical Lecture plus the new permissive alternative versions of the Symbolical and Mystical Lectures alongside the traditional versions. 128 pages 3 3/8 X 5 1/2 published 7/26/07 $24

Lodge Secretary & Director Of Ceremonies By Richard Johnson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This practical guide has been written chiefly for brethren who are thinking about or have been invited to become a new Secretary of Director of Ceremonies, and who wish to learn about the extent of their new duties. In this useful single volume the author summarises the different roles that each has to perform, which between them covers almost all the administrative and personnel aspects of a lodge. 128 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 3/24/04 $15

Sign Of A Mason By Martin Faulks

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This book will contain Jokes about Freemasons and Freemasonry. The jokes will be featured in large print normally with one joke to a page (most of the jokes are long and rambling) this and the book being a handy pocket size will make it the ideal portable reference for talks and speeches. This project is designed to follow on from the earlier How Many Freemasons deatails below as a charity book. 80 pages 4 5/8 X 5 7/8 published 5/1/08 $17

More Jokes For Toasts By Jack Bright

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The previous volume Jokes for Toasts was aimed at the Masonic community requiring the jokes to be amended for use with any other organisation. This volume uses jokes that can be recited at any function, be it Masonic or any other meeting. Packed with one-liners, throwaway remarks and more lengthy humour, this is an essential publication for all who have to prepare for after-dinner speeches. 96 pages 5 3/4 X 8 1/4 published 7/20/04 $15

Masonic Calendar 2010 By Lewis Allan

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Beautiful and inspirational illustrations of interest to all Freemasons grace the pages of the 2010 Masonic calendar. A selection of Masonic jewels, artifacts, and portrayals of ritual in antiquity will inspire Freemasons throughout the year. The wall calendar, which notes all British bank holidays and public holidays, also gives notable dates of interest in the Masonic calendar. 24 pages 12 X 12 published 3/1/10 $24

Assistant Officers By Richard Johnson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The range of duties that the junior ranks of regular Officers will be expected to perform during their year of office is detailed. Covered is the basic ceremonial to be performed within the Lodge, and some of the additional duties. An essential guide to ensure the Mason is prepared for the duties to be undertaken as he embarks on his progress to the Chair of the Lodge. 88 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 12/13/02 $18

City Of London (the) A Masonic Guide : By Yasha Beresiner

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The author has combined his knowledge of London and its Masonic connections and history to produce this fascinating guide to the historic heart of the capital. The form of the book is a walk from Freemasons Hall to the Royal Exchange with 26 selected locations on the way. For each a history is provided and the connection with the Masonic movement explained. 96 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/4 published 7/26/07 $9

Compendium Of Masonic Prayers And Graces By Revd. Neville Barker Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This is a very useful and important book that contains many Masonic prayers and graces that can be used before and after a meal at the festive board. The small format will be popular with Freemasons as it will give them a product that they can carry in their bag or pocket, should they get asked to prepare or conduct any prayers or graces at the last minute. 48 pages 4 X 5 1/2 published 2/1/10

1738 Masonic Expose

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This original Jan 1738 edition of The Gentlemans Magazine features an in depth expose of masonic ritual. In the contents, under section VII The Secrets of Free-masonry. We have chosen not to publish the contents of the article itself online. If you would like to read it, you may email us with your lodge # and recognized grand lodge and we will send a copy directly to your lodge. $6

Commentary On Rose Croix Ritual By Brigadier Jackson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Rose-Croix is the eighteenth of a series of thirty-three degrees which in 1801 were formed into the Ancient and Accepted Rite of Freemasonry. In this publication is found the history of the degree, with a commentary, and a description of the ceremony itself. First published in 1983, and revised in 1986, this is the latest reprint. 17 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/8 published 11/2/01 $11

Guide To The Tylers Work By Duncan Adams

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This is an entirely different type of ritual guidance manual, aimed at assisting the officer tot understanding his existing ritual book more fully, and as an aid to learning. It is taken for granted that the Lodge will have adopted one of the standard working rituals, and that the Tyler will be equipped with a copy of the same ritual. 50 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/4 published 7/26/07 $9

Director Of Ceremonies Pocket Guide By C Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This practical guide has been written chiefly for brethren who are thinking about or have been invited to become a Director of Ceremonies, and who wish to learn about the extent of their new duties. In this useful single volume the author summarises the role which covers almost all the ceremonial aspects of a lodge. 36 pages 2 3/4 X 3 15/16 published 7/26/07 $38

Knights Templar Bible

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com King James Version Leatherflex Cover Gold Gilded Page Edges Plan of the Order Masonic Beliefs and Creed Biblical Index to Freemasonry and Questions & Answers on Freemasonry and Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite Membership Pages. 75 Pages of masonic specific content. This bible ties various masonic symbols to portions of the bible and is a great resource. $38

Scottish Rite Bible

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com King James Version Leatherflex Cover Gold Gilded Page Edges Plan of the Order Masonic Beliefs and Creed Biblical Index to Freemasonry and Questions & Answers on Freemasonry and Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite Membership Pages. 75 Pages of masonic specific content. This bible ties various masonic symbols to portions of the bible and is a great resource. $38

Shriners Bible

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com King James Version Leatherflex Cover Gold Gilded Page Edges Plan of the Order Masonic Beliefs and Creed Biblical Index to Freemasonry and Questions & Answers on Freemasonry and Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite Membership Pages. 75 Pages of masonic specific content. This bible ties various masonic symbols to portions of the bible and is a great resource. $38

Royal Arch Bible

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com King James Version Leatherflex Cover Gold Gilded Page Edges Plan of the Order Masonic Beliefs and Creed Biblical Index to Freemasonry and Questions & Answers on Freemasonry and Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite Membership Pages. 75 Pages of masonic specific content. This bible ties various masonic symbols to portions of the bible and is a great resource. $38

Grotto Masonic Bible

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com King James Version Leatherflex Cover Gold Gilded Page Edges Plan of the Order Masonic Beliefs and Creed Biblical Index to Freemasonry and Questions & Answers on Freemasonry and Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite Membership Pages. 75 Pages of masonic specific content. This bible ties various masonic symbols to portions of the bible and is a great resource. $38

Scottish Rite 32nd Degree Bible

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com King James Version Leatherflex Cover Gold Gilded Page Edges Plan of the Order Masonic Beliefs and Creed Biblical Index to Freemasonry and Questions & Answers on Freemasonry and Blue Lodge, York Rite, Scottish Rite Membership Pages. 75 Pages of masonic specific content. This bible ties various masonic symbols to portions of the bible and is a great resource. $24

Principal Officers By Richard Johnson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This book examines the three most important officers in each Lodge: the Master, the immediate Past Master and the Warden. As the standard progression will be through the three chairs, the book will be interesting reading for those reaching that threshold, as well as giving them an insight into the coming years. 96 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 11/19/07 $26

Lodge Treasurer, Charity Steward And Almoner By Richard Johnson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Freemasonry has long been associated with the raising of money for charitable purposes, and this new handbook covers the duties of the three Officers within the lodge who are most concerned with finance and gives useful and practical advice on how these duties should best be carried out. 87 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 7/26/07 $17

Duties Of The Festival Secretary By Geoffrey Newton

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The procedure is taken in chronological order and covered in detail for the process of arranging Ladies Festivals and other Masonic social events. Perfect for the New Master arranging his first ladies night anyone who wants to give the social life in their lodge a boost. 90 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 7/26/07 $18

Tell Me More About The Mark Degree By Revd Neville Barker Cryer

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Ten five-minute talks to be performed in a Mark Lodge or just to read at home. Including : About the Mark Man and Mark Master, About the Mark, The true meaning oft he Key Stone and the Cornerstone. Discover the symbolism behind The Mark Tracing Board and much much more. 104 pages 6 X 8 1/4 published 7/26/07 $18

Lodge Secretary, The By Charles Carter

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Lodge Secretary is a key and pivotal member of the lodge with whom lays the responsibility for the smooth running of the lodge affairs. This handy guide advises on the usual and of the more unusual events which will confront a secretary during his term in office. 128 pages 6 X 8 1/2 published 6/28/07 $15

Glossary Of The Craft & Holy Arch Rituals Of Freemasonry By A C Jackson

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The meanings of the words used in Masonic ritual have changed over the last 200 years. This handy little book describes the origins and original meanings of the sometime obscure words used in Masonic ritual. This book is a must for any serious mason. 139 pages 3 3/8 X 5 1/4 published 8/4/08 $23

Preceptors Handbook By Charles Carter

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The Preceptor at a Lodge of Instruction is as important as the Director of Ceremonies in the Lodge. This guide takes a look at the requirements for running a good Lodge of Instruction and educating and encouraging members in their Freemasonry 92 pages 5 7/8 X 8 1/4 published 8/26/08

Emulation Ritual (pocket Edition) By Emulation Lodge of Imp

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This book contains the Official Emulation version of the Three Degrees of Craft Freemasonry and the installation ceremony with notes and guidelines on ritual procedure and practice. 12th edition 2007 299 pages 3.5 X 5.5 published 7/26/07. This title is out of print. $13

Fcs Handbook By J.S.M. Ward

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com In the FCs Hanbook we are dealing with the degree of Life, in its broadest sense, just as in the first degree (The EAs Handbook) we were dealing with the degree of birth, and as life in reality is educational for the Soul 55 pages 3 15/16 X 5 7/8 published 7/26/07 $15

Emulation Installing Masters Guide By The Emulation Lodge of Improvement Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com An in depth guide to the ritual of Installation from the Emulation Ritual Association. Includes the ceremony of installation, inner working, induction of the past master, master continuing in office for a second year. 94 pages 3 5/16 X 5 7/16 published 7/26/07 $8

Complete Ritual Of The Im By J.S.M Ward

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com An in depth guide to the ritual of Installation from the Emulation Ritual Association. Includes the ceremony of installation, inner working, induction of the past master, master continuing in office for a second year. 48 pages 3 7/16 X 5 1/4 published 7/26/07 $22

Aldersgate Royal Arch (new Updated Edition) By The Aldersgate Chapter of Improvement Unkown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The pocket sized handbook for all Freemasons interested in reading the text for this ancient ritual which is an important part of Masonic life. First published in 1999, this is the 2004 reprint. 194 pages. Laminated 224 pages 3 1/2 X 5 1/2 published 7/26/07 $8

Taylors Handbook For The Installing Master By The Taylors Ritual Association Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com An in depth guide to the ritual of Installation from the Taylors Ritual Association. Includes the ceremony of installation, inner working, induction of the past master, master continuing in office for a second year. 52 pages 3 7/16 X 5 1/4 published 7/26/07 $135

Vintage Book: 1783Jachin and Boaz

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This is photocopy edition of the 3rd edition of Jachin and Boaz the early exposure which was the cause the 1st and 2nd degree ritual to be changed in England. professionally bound in red cloth with J B 1783 in gilt on spine A very nice presentation $29

Master Mason Edition Bible

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Specifics include: King James Version Blue Leatherflex Cover Gold Gilded Page Edges Blue Lodge, York Rite, and Scottish Rite Membership Pages Masonic Beliefs and Creed Biblical Index to Freemasonry and Questions & Answers on Freemasonry. Measures: $22

Emulation Ritual 12th Edition By The Emulation Lodge of Improvement Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This book contains the Official Emulation version of the Three Degrees of Craft Freemasonry and the installation ceremony with notes and guidelines on ritual procedure and practice. 12th edition 2007 299 pages 3 1/2 X 5 1/2 published 3/21/07 $56

Vintage Book: E W HEATON Solomons New Men

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com The emergence of Ancient Israel as a national state. This is not truly ˜Masonic but it is important background information to help understand Israel at the time of Solomon.Publishedby Thames and Hudson in 1974 in 1st edition in Dustjacket $27

Craft Guide South London By South London Ritual Association Unknown

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com An aid to memorizing The Ritual in its several degrees with a full text of the Installation Ceremony and Investiture of Freemason Officers. This is a reprint of the revised edition issued in 1995. 106 pages 3 X 5 11/16 published 7/26/07 $18

Masonic Speech Making By J.W Hobbs

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com This book shows in great detail how to prepare and deliver Masonic speeches for all occasions. Over 170 speeches and replies are given in full, covering almost every occasion you will encounter. 184 pages 4 3/4 X 7 1/4 published 1/27/05 $65

Vintage Book: DANIEL BERESNIAK Symbols of Freemasonry

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Published in French this is the English edition published in 2000 . A fairly common book but this was a presentation copy to a visitor to KIRKLAND Lodge No 150in Washington USA.on 9 th Dec .05 forthe 100th Open Installation of Officers $240

Vintage Book: JOHN YARKERThe Arcane Schools

 This item is available for purchase at MasonicShop.com Published by William Tait 1909.Very rare item, usually only found in reprint paperback.Yarker was a rebel Freemasonwhose strange rites led him to be removed fromEnglish Freemasonry See also under ˜Periodicals for the complete ˜KNEPH