| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"Paul Revere" -- A biographical sketch of the famous freemason, Paul
Revere (1735-1818). He was a Boston gold- and silversmith who served in
the Continental Army during the War for Independence. The sketch ends with
a stirring appeal encouraging us to continue the defense of the freedoms
of speech and conscience begun by men like Revere. |
| 2 |
"William Preston: Eminent Masonic Scholar" -- A biographical sketch
of the leading educational influence upon the fraternity. Brother Preston
(1742-1818) took the traditional lore and old documents of the craft and
fashioned a ritual bringing Masonic light to many brethren. Much of his
ritualized wording survives in today's workings. |
| 3 |
"The Roll Call" -- A call for an end to the contention between "Capital"
and "Labor" in response to the violent labor disputes of the period. It
appeals to men everywhere to look to the principal tenants of our profession
for a solution to the violent contentions of the time. |
| 4 |
"Our Public Schools" -- Discusses the evolution of public education
in the U.S., and the continuing need of public participation in the educational
process. |
| 5 |
"The Spirit of Masonry"
-- A sweet, timeless discourse upon the characteristic Spirit of our Craft.
It is not attributed to an individual but it likely comes from the pen
of Joseph Fort Newton, as it ends with his response to the question "When
is a man a Mason?" |
| 6 |
"Robert Burns" -- A biographical sketch of Brother Robert Burns (b.
1759). Brother Burns, a Scottish poet, is perhaps the greatest poet of
Freemasonry. His poetry glorifies the Masonic principles of equality, fraternity
and industry. |
| 7 |
"Albert Pike" -- A biographical sketch of the prominent American Masonic scholar, Albert Pike (1809-1891). His enthusiastic search for the real
origin and meaning of Masonic symbols lead to the revision of the rituals
and lectures of the A.A.S.R. |
| 8 |
"The Book of Constitutions Guarded by the
Tiler's Sword" -- A fictional conversation between "old Peter,"
the Tiler of the Lodge and a young Brother. "Peter" expresses his thoughts
upon the symbolism of the Book of Constitutions, guarded by the Tiler's
sword. He uses the symbol to exemplify the Constitution of the United States,
guarded by the sword of Freemasonry and exhorts the young Brother to be
faithful and vigilant in the defense of our constitutional government. |
| 9 |
"Warren G. Harding: Freemason" -- A brilliant discussion of the role
of the President in a free, democratic society. A review of the character
and Masonic speeches of Brother and President Warren Harding that reveals
his gentle spirit and noble nature. |
| 10 |
"The Master's Piece" -- A short review of operative masonry in medieval
England by Joseph Fort Newton. A discussion of the "Master's Piece" required
of an Apprentice and its relation to speculative masonry. The "master's
piece" is a symbol, encouraging all good Masons to build "a pure, faithful,
heroic, beautiful character." |
| 11 |
"The Rite of Destitution" -- A treatise on Masonic welfare, by Joseph
Fort Newton. Rich with poetic language and symbolism. |
| 12 |
"For the Good of the Order" -- The substance of an address by Joseph
Fort Newton at the annual meeting of the Masonic Service Association that
relates the purposes of Freemasonry and the Association. |
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| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"The Inn of Year's End" -- A truly wonderful discourse on the
symbolism of the passing of time and the beginning of a new year. It discusses
the journey each of us takes in our travel through this mortal sphere.
Unattributed but, probably written by Joseph Fort Newton. |
| 2 |
"The Altar"
-- The symbolism of the Masonic altar, by Joseph Fort Newton. |
| 3 |
"The Holy Bible"
-- The symbolism of the Holy Bible in the Masonic Lodge, by Joseph Fort
Newton. |
| 4 |
"The Square"
-- The symbolism of the Masonic square, by Joseph Fort Newton. |
| 5 |
"The Compasses"
-- The symbolism of the Masonic compasses, by Joseph Fort Newton. |
| 6 |
"The Level and Plumb"
-- The symbolism of the Masonic level and plumb, by Joseph Fort Newton. |
| 7 |
"The Fourth of July" -- A short recitation of the circumstances surrounding
the American Revolution and the likely influence of freemasonry and freemasons
upon this event. It also exhorts us to recommit ourselves to continuing
the tradition of patriotism and exemplary citizenship set by our Masonic forebears. |
| 8 |
"Lodge Courtesies"
-- A treatise on commonly accepted courtesies, practiced in the Lodge,
and their place in encouraging harmony among the Brethren. |
| 9 |
"What is Masonry" -- Addressed to
the new Master Mason, this talk discusses the concepts of Landmarks and
the history of the fraternity. The newly raised Brother is encouraged to
study the landmarks and apply them in support of universal education, religious
liberty, law and order, charity and brotherhood, and service. |
| 10 |
"Masonry in Business" -- A discussion of the proper Masonic relationship
between men involved in the business community. |
| 11 |
"The Masonic Service Association" -- A review of the first five years
of the association. A discussion of various criticisms and concerns about
the association; and of the role of the association in supporting the creation
of Masonic educational literature. |
| 12 |
"Guardians of the Gates" -- A discussion of the investigation made
by the fraternity upon men seeking admission to the order and the responsibility
of those performing the investigation. The duties and responsibilities
of those examining visiting Brethren are also addressed. |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"To Sympathize" -- A discussion of the "charity of thought, faith and
opinion" that should distinguish Freemasonry. |
| 2 |
"Charity" -- "Charity or friendship, as it may well be called -- is
just the habit of giving our life to others; when we give our life away
we possess more of it; the more we give, the more we receive. To serve
and do good to as many as possible -- there is nothing greater in your
fortune than you should be able, and nothing finer in your nature than
that you should be desirous to do this." |
| 3 |
"Symbolism" -- A short history of symbolism through the centuries.
A discussion of the universality of the expression of spiritual truths
through symbols. |
| 4 |
"Swaddling Clothes" -- Counsel for the Entered Apprentice. An encouragement
to learn the beauties of Freemasonry. |
| 5 |
"What -- ?" -- Answers the fundamental questions "What has Masonry
done for me?" and "What can I do for Masonry?". It exhorts us to know more
about the Craft and to live the tenants every moment of our lives. |
| 6 |
"3 -- 5 -- 7" -- Counsel for the Fellowcraft. A rehearsal of the value
of a liberal education and the winding stair. |
| 7 |
"The Guns of '75" -- Written on the 150th anniversary of the Declaration
of Independence. A patriotic review of the Boston Tea Party, the Battles
of Lexington, Bunker Hill and Yorktown. |
| 8 |
"Sublime" -- Counsel
for the newly raised Master Mason. A discussion of the symbolism in the
Hiramic Legend. |
| 9 |
"The Great Corner Stone" -- Commemorates the anniversary of
the Ratification of the Constitution of the United States. |
| 10 |
"The Sound of the Gavel" -- Meant to be given at the beginning of a
Masonic year, this bulletin describes some of the various principles symbolized
by the Masonic gavel. |
| 11 |
"Mathematics" -- A discussion of the basic symbolism embodied in simple
numbers. A good introduction into the possibilities of numeric symbolism. |
| 12 |
"The Cradle and the Lodge" -- Joseph Fort Newton's classic essay
on Masonry and the birth of the great Christian Master. |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"Mummies" -- A symbolic comparison of Egyptian mummies with the hidden
esoteric knowledge embodied in the Fellowcraft Degree. |
| 2 |
"Lesser Lights" -- A discussion of the symbolism of the lesser lights
introduced to the newly initiated Mason. |
| 3 |
"The Cable-Tow" -- A discussion of the cable-tow as a measure of commitment
and self-control. |
| 4 |
"Seeing" -- A presentation of the "Masoniscope," a film strip projector
for presenting images during the lecture accompanying the Degrees. |
| 5 |
"Truly Prepared"
-- A wonderful discussion of the need for Masonic Education in the development
of new Masons. |
| 6 |
"T.B." -- A presentation on the effects of Tuberculosis upon the fraternity.
It affected over 30,000 Masons at the time of writing and the Masonic Service
Association was gearing up to assist Grand Lodges in areas where TB infected
Brethren were migrating for health reasons. |
| 7 |
"A Mason's Flag" -- A discussion of the Mason's role as a patriot and
good citizen. |
| 8 |
"Freedom of Faith" -- A discussion of the freedom of religion and the
separation of the state and organized religion. |
| 9 |
"Red" -- A expose of the communist infiltration into the United States
and the movement's opposition to Masonic principles. |
| 10 |
"An Erring Brother" -- A discussion exhorting Masons to look
upon erring brethren with charity and brotherly love. |
| 11 |
"Letter Perfect" --A discussion of ritual proficiency and the value
of good delivery and a knowledge of the history of the ritual. |
| 12 |
"The Power and the Glory" -- Several anecdotal stories of the positive
effects that small Lodges have had in the lives of people in the community. |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"Secrecy" --
A discussion of Masonic "Secrecy." It speaks of both the esoteric secrecy
that allows a Mason to identify himself to another and the esoteric, profound
sense of meaning and joy found in a life of love and service to one's fellows. |
| 2 |
"From Left to Right"
-- There is a short ceremony in the first degree that occurs after a candidate
discloses in whom he places his trust. His blindness in life is revealed
and perhaps for the first time, he must place his total trust in the hands
of another. This ceremony serves to remind a man of the role of Divine
guidance in his life. |
| 3 |
"Three Things I Know" -- By Joseph Fort Newton. A synopsis of an address
delivered before The Masonic Service Association, 17 November 1926. Brother
Newton reveals his three dreams for mankind. First, that all just men,
all devout men, all spiritual minded men, are everywhere of one religion.
Second, that they are trying to do the same thing, to define faith, to
refine and purify the mind of humanity and build it up into righteousness
and moral intelligence and honest good will. Thirdly, since men are trying
to say the same thing, and trying to do the same thing, the greatest things
they must finally learn to do together. |
| 4 |
"More Light"
-- A discourse on Masonic Light, the love and clarity of mind and charity
of heart that Masonry tries to instill in each Mason. |
| 5 |
"What Masonry Means" -- A fictional discussion between a Tiler, a Past
Master, a Junior Officer, the Oldest Member and a newly raised brother
who asks "Tell me, you who are old and experienced in Masonry, what it
really means to you?" After each speaks their turn, the wise Tiler says,
"You have overlooked what is to me the most significant of our symbols.
If Masonry means service, and friends, and inspiration, and knowledge,
what else can you say it means, except just God?" |
| 6 |
"So Mote It Be" -- An ancient and familiar phrase to all Masons. It
heralds our assent to blessings asked for and gratitude offered and our
surrender to the Divine Will. This bulletin also discusses the place of
prayer in Masonic ritual. |
| 7 |
"G" -- The mystery
of the letter G. A discussion of its various meanings and the basis of
each interpretation in Masonic history and philosophy. |
| 8 |
"United Masonic Relief" -- A report on the relief extended by the Masonic
Service Association during terrible flooding that occurred in the Mississippi
river valley in 1927. |
| 9 |
"The Ruffians" -- The mystery of evil in man is part of the tragedy
of creation. The good man wonders at the motives of evil men and the motives
of the religiously intolerant, the political tyrant and the blind mob. |
| 10 |
"The Northeast Corner" -- A talk about this place in the Lodge where
a new Brother, midway between darkness and light, learns that he is a Mason
and has started to find his way. |
| 11 |
"The Lambskin" -- The premier symbol of Freemasonry is discussed in
terms of history and symbolism. |
| 12 |
"The Lodge"
-- The Lodge as a symbol of the world. |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"Time" -- Discusses the many references to time in the craft ritual.
Taken from Chapter 27 of Carl Claudy's Foreign Countries. |
| 2 |
"Due Form" -- Comments upon the value of accurately presenting ritual
with dignity, solemnity and dignity. |
| 3 |
"Faith, Progress and Reward" -- An exposition upon the Fellowcraft
lecture. It speaks in turn of the Brazen Pillars, the Winding Stairs and
the Middle Chamber. |
| 4 |
"Tools" -- A wonderful discussion of all the working tools used
in American Craft Masonry. |
| 5 |
"The Legend of the Lost Word" -- A discussion of the "Lost Word" as
the consummation of all Masonic symbolism because it stands for the Divine
truth. Brotherly love and relief are but the means to an end; the
final design of our Institution is its third principle tenet, the imperial
truth. |
| 6 |
"Valley Forge" -- An address by Joseph Fort Newton at the 150th Anniversary,
French - American Alliance, Valley Forge, May 5, 1928. |
| 7 |
"LaFayette" -- Lafayette stands apart and alone. His spirit was
unique, and his career without parallel. Although a man of another
race and land, his life is a part of the heroic legend of our country and
our Craft. His story is more like fiction than fact. He was
the last of the old knights who, through all the foulness and folly of
his time, kept a name without stain. |
| 8 |
"The Wonder of Masonry" -- An enthusiastic talk for those of us who
believe that Masonry is more fascinating than any fairy story - a thing
so wonderful that we can never think of it without astonishment.
The very existence of such an order, older than any living religion, in
one form or another going back into a far time where history and legend
blend, like the earth and the sky on the horizon, is a fact amazing beyond
words. |
| 9 |
"The Future of Masonry" -- Even an
outsider sees clearly enough that Masonry, as now organized and employed,
is not adequate to the demands of a realistic generation, and that to go
on making men Masons, as we are doing, wholesale, without giving them an
intelligent and authentic knowledge of what Masonry is, or what it means,
with no definite objects beyond fellowship and philanthropy - objects to
which other orders are equally devoted - is for Masonry to lose, by ignorance
or neglect, what has been distinctive in its history and genius, and invite
degeneration, if not disaster. |
| 10 |
"Increasing Lodge Attendance" -- Suggestions for solving one of more
vexatious problems which the Worshipful Master has to meet: that
of increasing the attendance in a Lodge in which the members have, to some
extent at least, lost interest. |
| 11 |
"Foreign Countries" -- A reprint of chapter 30 of "Foreign Countries,"
published and copyrighted by the Masonic Service association in 1925. That
discusses Masonic traveling. |
| 12 |
"The Mother Grand Lodge Part I of III" -- A short history of
the beginnings of the Grand Lodge of England by those men who did not - could
not - realize what they had done so casually and in the spirit of frolic,
much less foreknow its meaning and future. They merely wanted to
make a "Centre of Union and Harmony," as they called it, between the lodges
of the city. |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"The Mother Grand Lodge Part II of III" -- A continuation of
the history begun in Volume 6, number 12. A discussion of the four original
lodges and the first Grand Master. |
| 2 |
"The Mother Grand Lodge Part III of III" -- The completion of
the history begun in Volume 6, number 12. |
| 3 |
"Foreign Countries" -- Chapter 1 of "Foreign Countries," a delightful
and inspiring study of Masonic Symbolism, written for and published by
the Masonic Service Association of the United States. That Freemasonry
conceals in symbols in order to arouse curiosity to know their meaning
is often considered the only explanation. But there are many more
lofty ideas of why this great system of truth, philosophy and ethics is
hidden in symbols. |
| 4 |
"Acacia Leaves and Easter Lilies"
-- That a day in spring should be set apart in praise of the victory of
Life is in accord with the fitness of things, as if the seasons of the
soul were akin to the season of the year. Acacia leaves and Easter lilies
unite to give us the hint, if not the key to a higher heroism and cheer,
even "the glory of going on and still to be;" a glory which puts new meaning
and value into these our days and years - so brief at their longest, so
broken at their best, their achievements so transient, and so quickly forgotten.
Sorrows come, and heartache, and loneliness unutterable, when those we
love fall into the great white sleep; but the sprig of Acacia will grow
in our hearts, if we cultivate it, watering it the while with our tears,
and at last it will be not a symbol but a sacrament in the house of our
pilgrimage. |
| 5 |
"Masonry and Publicity" -- In this day and age, the quiet, retiring,
little-known organization attracts no attention. Freemasonry must
be made known to the general public, that non-Masons may be attracted to
the organization and apply for membership." |
| 6 |
"The Mason as a Citizen" -- A discussion of the grave reasons why the
Mason should add the weight of his Masonic membership, his loyalty, his
obligations and his Masonic Character to his intent to be a good citizen
of the country in which he lives. |
| 7 |
"Lodge and Grand Lodge Organization" -- A discourse on the broad outlines
of the organization of Lodges and Grand Lodges indicating that the simple
skeleton of the Fraternity has a complicated and involved body of law and
procedure, that there is much to know, and much, therefore, which the individual
Mason should make it his business to study. |
| 8 |
"The Powers of the Worshipful Master" -- A short discussion concerned
with the legal aspect of the Worshipful Master's powers and duties. |
| 9 |
"Sugar Coating Masonic Education" -- Here are some suggestions for
"sugar coated" educational meetings; all of them have been tried, and all
found successful methods of interesting the Craft in the various phases
of Freemasonry. |
| 10 |
"Every Brother His Own Tiler" -- Every Mason should be, in effect,
a Tiler. He is a good Mason as his words and actions are duly "Tiled,"
and a detriment, if not a positive injury, to the Craft as he is careless
of or indifferent to these duties. |
| 11 |
"The Black Cube" -- A wonderful discussion of the black cube's strength
to protect Freemasonry. Used thoughtlessly, carelessly, without Masonic
reason, it crushes not only him at whom it is aimed but him who casts it.
A well used black cube goes into the ballot. Ill used, it drops into the
heart and blackens it. |
| 12 |
"The Laws of Masonry" -- A history of the laws of Masonry, both the
unwritten - "Common Law" - and written. And an encouragement for
masons to undertake their study. |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"The Sword in the Craft" -- A discussion of the symbolism of the
Sword. To Masonry the sword is an emblem of power and authority, never of blood or wounds or battle or death. Only when thought of in
this way is it consistent with the rest of the symbols of our gentle Craft and wins obedience to the mandates of the Tiler by brotherly
love, an infinitely stronger power than strength of arm, point of weapon or bright and glittering steel! |
| 2 |
"The Visiting Brother" -- The right of every Masons to visit and sit in every regular Lodge is
an unquestionable Landmark of the Order. This is called the ‘right of visitation.’ This right of visitation has always been recognized
as an inherent right, which inures to every Masons as he travels through the world. |
| 3 |
"Sun, Moon and Stars" -- An overview of the curious links and interesting bypaths
in the study of astronomy and its connection with Freemasonry, the more beautiful
when we see eye to eye with the Psalmist in the Great Light; “The Heavens Declare the Glory of God and the Firmament Sheweth His
Handiwork. |
| 4 |
"The Reputation of the Fraternity" -- An absolutely wonderful
exposition upon the charge “To preserve the reputation of the Fraternity unsullied...
” that is the great duty of all Master Masons. Obviously it means the reputation of the Fraternity before the non-Masonic world. That reputation is one of the greatest assets of
Freemasonry; indeed, only by our reputation do we live and grow, since Masons are forbidden to proselyte. No real Mason ever asks a
profane to join the Order; the man must seek the Light; not the Light seeking the man. |
| 5 |
"The Candidate" -- A discussion
of the traits a Masonic candidate should exhibit as it is highly important that Freemasons understand that a man’s
motives for petitioning a lodge are proper, otherwise we cannot guard our West Gate from invasion by those who will not, because they
cannot, become good Master Masons. |
| 6 |
"Three Grand Columns" -- The symbolism of the columns of Wisdom, Strength and
Beauty “For there should be Wisdom to contrive, Strength to support and Beauty to
adorn...” |
| 7 |
"Unaffiliated" -- A discussion of the the unaffiliated Masons, who
when remaining so for any length of time (except in a very unusual case) works a
real injury to the ancient Craft. Any man who receives and gives not is a liability, not an asset, to that institution from which he
takes. |
| 8 |
"Corn, Wine and Oil" -- A discussion of the symbolism of these
three ancient goods. If a Mason stands, waits, watches and wonders he will not be able to
ascend into the Middle Chamber where our ancient brethren received their wages. If he works for the joy of working, does his part in
his lodge work, takes his place among the laborers of Freemasonry, he will receive corn, wine and oil in measures pressed down and running
over, and know a Fraternal Joy as substantial in fact as it is ethereal in quality; as real in his heart as it is intangible to the
profane of the world. For all of us then corn, then wine and then oil are symbols of
sacrifice, of the fruits of labor, of wages earned. |
| 9 |
"I Vouch for Him" -- An exposition upon the concept of avouchment.
To vouch for a Mason is, Masonically, to say to the brother to whom you are introducing the one you are vouching for: “I know that
Bother J.D. (John Doe) is a Master Mason.” By implication it means (1) that the brother doing the vouching has
sat in open lodge with the brother being vouched for: or (2) that the brother vouching has subjected the brother vouched for to a strict
trial and due examination: or (3) that the brother vouching has received an avouchment of another brother he knows to be a Master
Mason, that the brother now vouched for is known to “Him” as a Master Mason. |
| 10 |
"The 47th Problem" -- A short
biography of Euclid and Pythagoras, the two ancient Geometricians and the
significance of the proposition incorporated into Euclid's book, the "Elements".
To wit: in every right angle triangle the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides. |
| 11 |
"Honors From The Craft" -- A discussion of the elaborate and ceremonious honors, in many forms,
Masonry provides for those who love and labor for the Craft. |
| 12 |
"Tell the World" -- The Entered Apprentice is charged not to let zeal not lead to
argument, yet the last words of the charge are concerned with “the honor, glory and reputation of the institution,” by which the world
at large may be convinced of its good effects.” This talk provides some wise
counsel for all Masons. It admonishes us to "Argue not, but do not refuse the courteous answer to the legitimate
question as to the public contacts of Freemasonry with the world which, seen in the light of the reasons behind them, are no longer
pegs on which to hang a garment of laughter, but beautiful symbols, teaching rich lessons to those who understand." |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"The Past Master" -- The honorable station of Past Master is usually honored by the
brethren; generally it is considered as second in importance only to that of the presiding Master. And he is a wise and good Master who
sees to it that the brethren of his lodge understand that “Past Master” is no empty title, but carries with it certain rights and
privileges, certain duties and responsibilities, all set forth in the general body of Masonic Law, although differing in some respects in
different Jurisdictions; certain unwritten attributes which become more or less important according to the character and abilities of
the individual Past Master. |
| 2 |
"What do you know about Masonry?" -- This Bulletin forms a “stunt” for the amusement and edification of
the brethren. It should be read as an examination of the Masonic knowledge possessed
by the brethren. Read a question, and ask the brethren to answer it. If the answer is correct, pass to the next question; if the speaker
is incorrect, or not sufficiently clear in his explanation, read the answer, prefacing it with the statement: “This Bulletin gives the
correct answer as . . . . .etc.” |
| 3 |
"The Summons" -- The summons appears to be very old; older perhaps in civil law than
in Masonry, and it has there no considerable antiquity. Every Master Mason understands that a summons is a command to attend
the Communication of the lodge for which the summons is issued, or the occasion - funeral, trial, cornerstone laying; or other function
- to which he is bidden. Every Master Mason knows why he must “due answer make,” either by attendance, or submitting an acceptable
excuse, such as illness, absence beyond the length of his cable tow, or other inability to be present. |
| 4 |
"The Wardens" -- The office of Warden is very old; older, probably, than any reference
we will ever find in documents relating to the Craft. The Warden’s is a high and exalted office; his duties are many, his
responsibilities great; his powers are only exceeded by those of the Master. He is a good Warden who so acts in his South or West as to
command for himself the respect of the brethren, rather than demanding it because of law and custom. |
| 5 |
"Five Points" -- A discussion of the Five Points of Fellowship,
which as every Master Masons knows, contain the essence of the doctrine of brotherhood. |
| 6 |
"The Menagerie of Masonry" -- The symbolism of the various animals
mentioned in Masonic Ritual. Animals have played an important part in symbolism from its very
beginning; perhaps because man preferred to symbolize life by the living; perhaps because he found such strong analogies between the
characteristics of, or the virtues he ascribed to animals, birds and other forms of life and the truths he desired to express in symbols. |
| 7 |
"The Gavel of Authority" -- The student will look in the ritual in vain for any allusion to
the gavel as an instrument of authority, although in some form it is primarily the badge of power and authority of the Master, and, often
in another form and always in a lesser degree, of the Wardens. In various Jurisdictions throughout the United States the interested
visitor will find in use in the East common gavels, stone Mason’s hammers made of both wood and metal, the ordinary mallet gavel of the
legislative halls, the auctioneer’s hammer, and a setting maul in all shapes and sizes. All these various implements, in diverse forms and
materials, are used as the symbol of the authority of the Master. |
| 8 |
"Point Within A Circle" -- Familiar to every Mason, this ancient symbol is too often considered
merely as one of many, instead of what it really is, among the most illuminating of the entered Apprentice’s Degree. |
| 9 |
"Enlightening the Profane" -- It comes to some men with a shock of distinct surprise that
Freemasonry asks no man to join her ranks. In this refusal to proselyte - nay, in the distant prohibition of any proselyting -
Freemasonry, curiously enough, joins hands with Brahminism, the religion of much of the Orient, which has the distinction among
religions of attempting to make no converts. In its refusal to seek membership, Freemasonry stand alone among organizations. |
| 10 |
"Freemasonry's Answer to Job" -- If a man die, shall he live again? (Job 14:14).
To the universal and yearning hope of all mankind throughout all ages Freemasonry answers; there “is” a hope of immortality; there “is” a
Great Architect by whose mercy we may live again, leaving to each brother his choice of interpretation by which he may read the Great
Beyond. |
| 11 |
"Free and Accepted" -- The origin of these terms, descriptive of Speculative Freemasons,
goes back into the very beginnings of the history of the Order; indeed, behind the history of the building Craft in Europe. |
| 12 |
"The Three Scripture Readings" -- A discussion of the scripture
readings used in Craft Masonry in the USA and in the UK.In almost all of the Jurisdictions of the United States the Volume of
the Scared Law is open at the 133rd Psalm in the First Degree, at the Seventh Chapter of Amos in the second degree and at the Twelfth
Chapter of Ecclesiastes in the third degree. British Freemasons open their Bible in the first degree at Ruth
iv:7, in the second degree, Judges xii:6 and in the third degree I Kings
vii:13-14. |
[
| No |
Title & Abstract |
| 1 |
"The Winding Stairs" -- The Stairs, seen in the Fellowcraft
Degree, are a representation of life; not the physical life of eating, drinking, sleeping and working, but the mental and
spiritual life, of both the lodge and the world without; of learning, studying, enlarging mental horizons and increasing the spiritual
outlook. |
| 2 |
"Facts for Speakers: About George Washington, Master Mason" -- A short compilation of facts of the Masonic history of the First
President, for the use of speakers who prepare and deliver addresses on the Father of His Country. |
| 3 |
"The Masonic World" -- A discussion of some of the various Masonic
organizations around the world that may be unknown to the average Mason. The
information is presented with the hope that those will inform themselves as suggested will have no difficulty
in following these unnamed pathways into the quiet pastures, the woods and streams of the world of Masonry, where are still waters and
cool shade, interest and inspiration, for all who will take the time to travel therein. |
| 4 |
"The Stupid Atheist" -- A discussion of the Deistic nature of
Freemasonry and its assertion that no atheist can be made a Mason, far less from lack of binding power
of the obligation taken by such a disbeliever, than from Freemasonry’s knowledge that an atheist can never be a Mason “in his
heart.” |
| 5 |
"Dedicating the George Washington Masonic Memorial" -- The peak of the National Observance
of the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth was be reached on May
12, 1932, when the great George Washington National Memorial in Alexandria was
dedicated to Masonic use by the Grand Lodge of Virginia. This STB describes
the agenda of the Dedication Ceremony. |
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"The Apron" -- The Masonic Apron is the badge of honorable labor. The
right to wear it is given only to tried and tested men. Truly he has been a real Mason, in the best sense of that great word,
who has worn his lambskin apron during his manhood “with pleasure to himself, and honor to the Fraternity. |
| 7 |
"Trestle Board and Tracing Board" -- A discussion of the meaning
of these often confused terms. The trestle-board is so entirely different from the tracing-board
that it is difficult to understand how earnest students confound them. Thes
symbols are worthy of many hours of pondering; a Masonic teaching to be loved and
lived. Who makes of it less misses something that is beautiful in Freemasonry. |
| 8 |
"Truth" -- A discussion of the teachings regarding the third Principal
Tenet. |
| 9 |
"Goethe: Freemason" -- A short biography of this famous German
writer and poet. |
| 10 |
"From Whence Came We?" -- A short history of the Masonic
fraternity. Comparatively few dispute that Freemasonry as we know it (Speculative) is an outgrowth of an older Operative Masonry, composed
of builders, architects, stone cutters and setters. But before them - what? |
| 11 |
"Sprig of Acacia" -- A discussion of the Acacia, important to Freemasonry as one of is
fundamental and most beautiful symbols. Describes what the plant really is, how it came to be a symbol of immortality, and what its true place in
religious history may be. |
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"The All-Seeing Eye" -- The All-Seeing Eye is to Freemasons the cherished symbol not only of
the power but of the mercy of God - since, as has been beautifully said to comfort us who cannot always do as we know we should, or even
as we want - “to see all is to know all; to know all is to understand all; to understand all is to forgive
all. The All-Seeing Eye whispers of justice tempered with complete understanding, which is
man’s most lovely conception of Him who judges erring men. |
