Symbolism in Craft Freemasonry
Symbolism in Craft Freemasonry by Colin Dyer, 2003, SB, 184pp. Freemasonry, in its lodges and ceremonies, makes use of a great deal of Symbolism, the origin of the great majority of which is open to speculation. The readers knowledge and appreciation of masonic symbolism cannot fail to be enhanced by reading this book.
Taken by Surprise
Tell Me More About the Mark Degree
Neville Barker Cryer, author or the ever-popular I Just Didn't Know That, Did You Know This Too? and What Do You Know About the Royal Arch? has brought his attention to the Mark Degree! In this amazing volume, Cryer presents ten, ten-minute talks, which are both inspiriting and educational. And because they are written in such an easy to read manner, they can be performed in a Mark Lodge or simply a pleasure to read at home.
Tercentenary: Celebrating 300 years of the Premier Grand Lodge
A beautiful commemorative book celebrating the spectacular events of the tercentenary year of the United Grand Lodge of England. In 1717 four London lodges came together at the Goose and Gridiron Tavern in St Pauls Churchyard and established the first Grand Lodge. Founded as the Grand Lodge of London and Westminster, this historic moment didn't just belong to English Masons, but was a turning point in how Freemasonry developed worldwide and expanded over the years. And so it was, three centuries later, that brethren from around the world gathered in the rather more spacious and grand Royal Albert Hall for a spectacular event. An event that was the culmination of countless hours of labour. This momentous occasion and the other events surrounding it are celebrated in this easy-to-read and superbly illustrated book. Written by Oliver Lodge, the Grand Director of Ceremonies during the Tercentenary year, the reader is given a unique insight into the planning and teamwork that went on behind the scenes to orchestrate such a large-scale and prominent once-in-a-lifetime event. Illustrated throughout by spectacular photos, this volume will act as a permanent exhibition of the great tercentenary celebrations. Full colour throughout including two beautiful panoramic fold-out gatefolds. High Quality Hardback 176 pages
The Acacia Book
The 2024 Edition has been improved based on feedback from Brothers like you around the world. [ NEW IN 2024 ] More Lodges and Grand Lodges: Freemasonry is continuing to grow around the world. We've added five new Grand Lodges to The Acacia Book, and hundreds of new Lodges. We've also removed Lodges that closed or merged, so you can be sure that you're looking at the most up-to-date list possible. [ NEW IN 2024 ] More Masonic Conferences: We've nearly doubled the number of Conferences listed, both in the overview section and in each Grand Lodge's profile. [ EXPANDED ] More Masonic Education: You loved the quotes, info, and pictures we added to The Acacia Book... so we added more! This book isn't just a reference, it's a chance to learn more about the Craft around you. Do you have something to submit for future editions? Send us a note at support@copiri.com! Of course, these updates just add to what already makes The Acacia Book a requirement for every Secretary's desk. The 2024 edition still includes: Global Recognition Roster: The Grand Lodges of the World section shows every Grand Lodge that is recognized by one other Regular Grand Lodge, and whether you recognize them or not. With over 300 Grand Lodges listed, it's never been easier to find your visitor's. Quick-Find Country Codes: Skip the table of contents... we've added country codes to the page headers so you can flip through quickly and stop exactly where you need to be. Remember, the codes may not be in the order you expect... see the list of UN Country Codes at the back of the book for details. Grand Lodge Seals: It's not always easy to tell Grand Lodges apart by their names... so we've added seals to each profile. As a bonus, this is also one more way to check your visitor's dues card! Quick-Launch QR Codes: We all know the truth... this book is out of date as soon as it's printed. Updated info is always in the Amity app, though... so we've added a QR code to each Grand Lodge profile to help you get there quickly. Just scan a Grand Lodge's code, and Amity will show you all of its active Lodges. Lodges in Numerical Order: We know you use this book for testing visitors, not finding Lodges to visit... so we've sorted the Lodges by number to help your search. One More Reminder... no matter what you read in this book, your Grand Secretary is always the final say on matters of recognition.
The Arch and the Rainbow
A Lewis Classic Publication Written in a fascinating easy to read style, this book on the Mark and Royal Ark Mariner degrees is our most requested reprint. For this reason we have produced a small limited edition to give our customers a chance to add this rare and much sought after title to their collection. Book Description The Arch and The Rainbow has been written for as wide a range of readers as possible. If you are someone who has perhaps only heard about the Mark and Royal Arch Mariner Degrees, and would like to learn more about them before you join, then this book will tell you all you need to know. If you have been a member of one or both of these Orders for some time but have not been able to find something that will explain the background to their ceremonies, and how they come to be part of that Freemasonry to which you will belong, then this too will answer your questions. If you are a Preceptor, a Past Master or a Past Commander and you know that you ought to be able to answer your questions that others may ask you, in both regular and rehearsal evening, then this book has you in mind. Whether it is why we do, or no longer do, this or that part of our ritual then the answer will be here for you to find. Hardback, 23.6 x 16 x 2.8 cm, 442 pages
The Art & Science of Initiation
Freemasonry is the largest and most public of the philosophical fraternal orders, and at its heart lies the process of initiation for instructing new members. What exactly is the process of initiation? How did it originate? What changes does it seek to bring about in the candidate? How does it work? More importantly, why is it so integral to Freemasonry? Through works written by Freemasons, scholars of history, and mainstream authors and practitioners, The Art and Science of Initiation brings together thirteen all-new essays from some of the biggest established and upcoming authors of Freemasonry, spirituality, and esotericism, featuring work by Angel Millar, Joscelyn Godwin, Mark Booth, Richard Smoley, Donald Tyson, Susanna Åkerman, Herbie Brennan, Richard Kaczynski, C.R. Dunning, Jr., Greg Kaminsky, Jeffrey S. Kupperman, Adam Kendall, and Timothy Scott.
The Assistant Officers – A Practical Guide
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.
The City of York
This book makes the perfect guide for anyone wanting to explore the hidden Masonic history of York. Being both educational and entertaining it is filled with new photos and easy-to-understand references and maps, all aimed at assisting the reader in discovering the city's ancient Masonic history in a visual fashion. There are literally thousands of Masonic references in the ancient city of York; from the mysterious medieval Masons loft in the Minster (which is resplendent in Masons' marks, Masonic stained glass windows and Masonic symbols) to the beautiful Masonic Hall at Duncombe Place. York has traces of Freemasonry in abundance, and a history of speculative Masonry dating to 1600. Duncombe Place is also the location of the Grand Lodge of York's rare manuscripts, and this new Masonic guide book of York will include never-before-seen photos of the rolls and manuscripts of this early, independent Grand Lodge. Additionally, the book takes the reader on a tour of the old pubs where the ancient St. John's Lodges met, and the early Masonic symbolism that decorates the beautiful Georgian town houses of York.
The Craft: How Freemasonry Made the Modern World
"To the rest of us, Freemasonry can be mysterious and suspect, Yet its story is peopled by some of the most distinguished men over the last three centuries: Winston Churchill and Walt Disney, Mozart and Shaquille O'Neal, Benjamin Franklin and Buzz Aldrin, Duke Ellington and The Duke of Wellington...Professor John Dickie's The Craft: How Freemasonry Changed the World is an enthralling and surprising exploration of a movement that not only helped to forge modern society, it still has a profound contemporary influence today." In Paperback.
