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. At the same time to embellish, so far as might be proper, with kindred surroundings, many portions of the work where the original ritual might seem defective. Freemason collection is ranked in the most visited websites top 10 in the major masonic online magazine pietrestone. Blanchard 1905 scottish rite readings xxxii 1890 shavers masonic monitor containing all the exoteric ritual of the work and lectures of the three degrees of ancient craft masonry by w.
Ritual book 33rd degree scottish rite freemasonry youtube. 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. A rite is a progressive series of degrees conferred by various masonic organizations or bodies, each of. The scottish rite appears in a major role in dan browns novel, the lost symbol. Albert gallatin mackey wrote his history of freemasonry in 1898, but its still an excellent book, with lots of good information. Ancient scottish rite masonic bible freemasonry holman leather harrisburg 1957. Two centuries of scottish rite freemasonry in americas southern jurisdiction 1997 valley of the craftsmen, a pictorial history. The blue lodge or craft masonry is the end all be all of freemasonry. Its philosophy is old and profound with a clear templar influence. Books on scottish rite masonry freemason information. Pillars of wisdom the writings of albert pike revised edition. A resource at the national heritage museum for information about freemasonry, fraternalism, and american history. Recommended reading list for masons this web page is designed to assist members of the masonic fraternity in selecting books which will make worthwhile additions to their masonic library. Scottish rite foundation, the order of demolay, the order of rainbow for girls, or any worthy masonic endeavor.
First books of masonry, by victor hugo beginning of masonry theosophy and masonry. The scottish rite is technically a concordant body because some of its degrees continue the story of the building of solomons temple thats started in the first three lodge degrees. Jun 18, 2012 pictures of scottish rite freemasonry and freemasonry in general. The shrine has often been called the playground of freemasonry. It contains more of the ritual of the ancient and accepted rite than any other book. The masonic myth freemason hall forums masonic forum. The scottish rite is simply extra side degrees that a freemason is free to join if he wishes. Nice looking books, a lot of information, but 100% antimasonic. The ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry the northern masonic jurisdiction in the united states often omits the and, while the english constitution in the united kingdom omits the scottish, commonly known as simply the scottish rite or, in england and australia, as the rose croix although this is only one of its degrees, is one of several rites of freemasonry.
Mans real genius and knowledge remains preserved in books albert pike. Scotch rite masonry illustrated the complete ritual of the ancient and accepted scottish rite profusely illustrated vol. The ancient accepted scottish rite is an appendant body of freemasonry and is considered entirely optional for masons to join. Shriners wear red fezzes, ride little cars in parades, sponsor circuses, and do other wacky things to raise money for their 23 childrens hospitals in north america. If either one of the rites is to be known as the american rite, the title probably belongs to.
Research now in progress has identified some strong similarity between the scottish rite apprentice degree and the first degree of the swedish rite and of two german grand lodges. Get your hands on 25,000 pages of ancient masonic secrets with. It was only after i took delivery of the book that i discovered that i had bought a ritual book with extensive antimasonic commentaries by the author, aimed at tarnishing the image and reputation of the masonic order and discouraging existing and. The lost symbol by dan brown, the temple and the lodge by michael baigent, the brotherhood. Scottish rite is one of the appendant bodies of freemasonry that a master mason may join for further exposure to the principles of freemasonry. The translation and annotation was accomplished by illus. Supreme council for the northern jurisdiction scottish rite masonic order. Macoy publishes masonic catchekism, duncans ritual part 1, duncans ritual part 2, scottish rite illustrated 2 volumes, adoptive rite ritual 1998 revised edition, adoptive rite ritual 1952, 1980 editions for chapters under supreme grand chapter authority, starlight catechis, amaranth ritual. A brief history of blue lodge freemasonry and the development of its rituals. See more ideas about freemasonry, freemason and masonic symbols. It is with great pleasure that i have accepted major sandersons invitation to write an introduction to his book, for i consider it one of the most valuable contributions of recent times from the standpoint of the anthropological school of masonic research. C scottish rite research society, 2008 this book includes early versions of the rituals of the blue lodge, york rite, scottish rite, and order of the holy cross, as well as antimasonic committee reports, and letters from seceding masons.
The apprentice is a book about the fundamentals of becoming a freemason by illustrating and explaining the secrets behind its science and philosophy. There are many themes that are adopted in emulation ritual from platos writings. Freemason collection is one of the rare websites rated three stars maximum on. This book will be indispensable to anyone interested in the history of masonic ritual and the roots of scottish rite freemasonry. But, so much has remained unclear about its origins, its history and lineage. The scottish rite is often said to be the college of freemasonry. Unfortunately, many of the books are historically worthless and are no more than entertaining fiction.
Although not strictly a masonic work, this study cogently dismisses some of the. 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. Fama fraternitatis first published in 1614 in german and in 1615 in latin. This book includes large extracts from the rituals and ceremonies of the 432, as well as the actual lectures for the degrees. The ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry the northern masonic jurisdiction in the united states often omits the and, while the english constitution in the united kingdom omits the scottish, commonly known as simply the scottish rite, is one of several rites of freemasonry. Platos philosophy is at the core of modern freemasonry. Logoz usa scottish rite 32nd degree masonic personalized polo shirt 4. Title author valley of the craftsmen, a pictoral history, scottish rite freemasonry in americas southern jurisdiction 18012001 supreme council 33. But hiding in plain sight on the their order page now is yet a third work that is just as beautifully done as the francken book, and this one is especially interesting to all masons, not just in the scottish rite. Includes a copy of the earliestknown masonic ritual.
The books are full text and readable online free of charge. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry author. Resolution of the convent on ritual for 1976 e v first part. I see a lot of threads of guys asking about some books to read. Scottish rite project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. This rite is one of several appendant or concordant bodies in the masonic fraternity. It is not intended that these be viewed as a top ten list. See more ideas about freemasonry, scottish, masonic. Esotericism is any topic intended for or likely to be understood. Scottish rite freemasonry in americas southern jurisdiction, 18012001 2001 gilbert, r. Annotated edition bonded leather, gilt edges, cloth markers albert pikes morals and dogma. The scottish rite gives a brother more knowledge but they do not elevate the scottish rite mason above a 3rd degree master mason.
Used books may not include companion materials, some shelf wear, may contain highlightingnotes, may not include cdom or access codes. In general, continental freemasonry is sympathetic to freemasonry amongst women, dating from the 1890s when french lodges assisted the emergent comasonic movement by promoting enough of their members to the 33rd degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite to allow them, in 1899, to form their own grand council, recognised by the other. The seottish rite was evolved from the rite of perfection of twentyfive degrees, by the addition of eight more at charleston, south carolina, in 1801, where the mother supreme council was formed. Masonic book freemason genealogy indiana 4 volumes scottish rite indianapolis 1. United supreme council, prince hall affiliation, southern jurisdiction. The grand lodge zur sonne bluntschis ritual and the grand lodge of the three globes. There are some books specific to tx, but most are available anywhere.
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