Written by the wives of two wellestablished freemasons, a handbook for the freemasons wife aims to give a simple and straighttothepoint guide to the basics of freemasonry, have you ever wondered why men want to be freemasons. Find 1426 listings related to masonic book store in new york on. The simple, systematic and successful way to master the work smith, rick on. It is coming from the private collection of daniel and penelope hood, and will be available to all masons and the public to enjoy. My disappointment is that the book does not address what i expected from the title and that is a more intimate view of the masonic wife s role from both a behavioral and emotional vantage point.
Blue hill lodge would like to take this opportunity to extend its first greeting to you. The masonic book club has published an enlarged page facsimile of this book making it easier to read. John and his wife, darlene, have one daughter and reside in chattanooga. Samuel johnson 170984, english author, lexicographer reading is always a pleasure.
It includes the three basic degrees of the ancient york rite, and four additional advanced. Books that can be utilized as references or research on masonic topics located in someone elses website. But thats not all that goes on behind closed doors. As well as providing a welter of valuable information for the ladies, including the practicalities of arranging and holding a ladies night, there is much which would be useful to a new member. Masonic collection is a onestop destination for all kinds of masonic books. By contrast, however, the anti masonic book by world war i german general erich ludendorff sold over 100,000 copies. We have an unwavering reputation for supplying over 500 masonic titles covering ritual books for all degrees, general books, books of constitutions, masonic humour, handbooks and esoteric. Its already answered a few of my wifes questions, and ive only left.
Nov 04, 2014 a masonic wife is simply the wife of a mason. The purpose of this webpage is not to support any particular book or any particular publisher or any particular seller of masonic books. He has two novels, crown of serpents and map of thieves. The blue lodge is the base upon which masonry is built. We carry books on masonic history, philosophy, ritual, lodge procedures and more. A handbook for the freemasons wife published by lewis masonic, 2009. I am a masonic wife, my husband vanishes two to three times a week and is very tight lipped about what he has been doing. Have a look at our collection of masonic books and enjoy. A collection of masonic bookplates or exlibris by brother.
Each degrees stage drama called a ritual in masonry presents a snapshot of a moment in the history of western judeochristian culture. The king james master reference edition masonic bible the freemason bible pdf file 307mb this is the master mason bible, a book originally compiled by jewish masters for the management of goyim masons. Paul pelosi owns a san franciscobased real estate and venture capital investment and consulting firm which is right in line with his wifes needs for a rainmaker. The books are full text and readable online free of charge. Some of my favorite masonic oriented historical fiction, is written by brother michael karpovage. Written by the wives of two wellestablished freemasons, a handbook for the freemasons wife aims to give a simple and straighttothepoint guide to the basics of freemasonry, steering the reader through the initially bemusing concepts towards a clear understanding of the path of moral learning the men folk will be involved in. And i hate to tell you that its hardly required reading for scottish rite, let alone blue lodge. The mysterious world of a freemasons wife masonic network blog. If you dont have a pdf reader you can download one for free from adobe or update your current copy.
The masonic pageant, a 90,000word, 290page narrative nonfiction book is divided into masonic degrees rather than chapters, the books chapters serving only as superstructures to organize the degrees. Alexander in the late 1800s is being donated to the george washington masonic memorial library in august of 2012. Jul 01, 2015 a handbook for the freemasons wife by philippa faulks and cheryl skidmore, though made for a uk audience, is a wonderful companion for any masons lady. Websites to publishers are supplied only to permit internet viewers to obtain more information about publishers of masonic books. John and his wife, darlene, have one daughter and reside in chattanooga, tennessee. You will pay the same price here as direct from the manufacturer. Best masonic books on freemasonry if there is a book you would like to recommend that is or is not on this list, feel free to email a few words to us on why it worked for you. Feb 19, 2009 a handbook for the freemasons wife contains an enormous amount of material. Have you ever wondered why men want to be freemasons. The masonic lodge offers its members social prestige, brotherhood, a sense of mystery, and opportunities for charitable work. Apr 05, 2009 on top of all that, in between the meatier content is a good collection of masonic poetry, songs, trivia, and to top it off, one of the funnier masonic jokes ive heard in a while. A masonic memorial service is one of the three major vehicles whereby the nonmasonic public witnesses a favorable and lasting impression of the principles promoted within the temple walls. The offerings in the pages of this book are examples of time. This book is written by a college professor who has done a great deal of research, extremely well documented, showing that freemasonry is in essence the.
A handbook for the freemasons wife by philippa faulks goodreads. Click on located to the left of the book title you wish to read. He is a husband and father of four, works full time in the executive medical industry. A handbook for the freemasons wife by philippa faulks. Duncan 1866 this book presents details of masonic initiation rituals, along with grips, passwords and regalia. A masonic memorial service is one of the three major vehicles whereby the non masonic public witnesses a favorable and lasting impression of the principles promoted within the temple walls. In these days of online activity, having the feel of a book in hand makes life seem more contemplative although admittedly, were being seduced more often with amazons kindle and our masonic iphone so that wherever we are, weve got a whole library at. The book, in its simplicity, makes the hard task of explaining what exactly we masons do, in and out of the lodge, that much easier to help. He is the coauthor of its business time adapting a corporate path for freemasonry and is currently working on a book of masonic essays and one on occult anatomy to be released soon. In these days of online activity, having the feel of a book in hand makes life seem more contemplative although admittedly, were being seduced more often with amazons kindle and our masonic iphone so that wherever we are, weve got a.
Unfollow masonic books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. He is also a cohost of the masonic roundtable, a masonic talk show. A handbook for the freemasons wife freemason information. Written in the western country by albert pike, porch and the middle chamber.
The secret teachings of the masonic lodge and millions of other books are. Lot of 7 masonic mason freemason freemasonry lodge ritual master books etc. She is married to a freemason of seven years who is currently the. The fact that he held the thirtythird degree and was. The tragic consequences of violating gods plan, playing with fire, psychic. To enhance lodgeroom store and to make the site as interesting as possible we have support sites are as follows. Every mason should tell his wife and family where he keeps his apron. As well as providing a welter of valuable information for the ladies, including the practicalities of arranging and holding a ladies night, there is much which would be useful to a. Handbooks a handbook for the freemasons wife lewis masonic. Drummond was originally published by the grand lodge of maine in 1877 for the purpose of assisting the lodges in resolving the questions which continually arise, and as a monitor of the various ceremonies.
He was a promulgator of mystic and theosophical philosophies and despite the claims of antimasons, his writings have not received official sanction by any masonic body. New listing kjv holy bible master reference red letter edition masonic heirloom 1964. The grand lodge office provides several titles of masonic publications. The author has isolated them and provided evidence of these.
Then came the day when tails were bought to mark promotions climb. The masons lady a man in your family is now a member of the masonic fraternity. A handbook for the freemasons wife contains an enormous amount of material. Whether youre new to freemasonry and looking for a jumpstart, or youve tried and failed to learn ritual in the past, this.
Wikimedia commons has media related to books about freemasonry pages in category masonic books the following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total. Cain was cast out and he went into the land of nod and there he took a wife i mean that is so clear in its meaning and inference. The simple, systematic and successful way to master the work. This is the primary reason why pelosi was reelected speaker. Indeed, a mason may actually discover new joys in attending ritual performances once he. There are many themes that are adopted in emulation ritual from platos writings. In short, the base if masonry is the local lodge, generally refereed to as a blue lodge. By contrast, however, the antimasonic book by world war i german general erich ludendorff sold over 100,000 copies. Maine masonic text book for use of lodges originally drummonds monitor sixteenth edition copyrighted 1923 maine printing exchange, inc. Its is in a nice question and answer format, similar to what i do here on occasion.
On top of all that, in between the meatier content is a good collection of masonic poetry, songs, trivia, and to top it off, one of the funnier masonic jokes ive heard in a while. The masonic book club has published an enlarged page facsimile of this book making it. The main character is a freemason, and both books contain plenty of masonic references and story lines. Whether you are the girlfriend, wife, partner or close relation of a freemason or freemasontobe, you will find within this lighthearted book the answer to almost. The sixteenth edition has been printed without the digest of decisions. The collection of rare masonic books compiled by j. My deep love and devotion for the older generations have always been evident by the company i keep, most of my nursing career was devoted to taking care of geriatric patients, my best friends are twice my age, and i never miss an opportunity to sit and listen to what they have to say, i am mesmerized by their stories and they never seem. From learning the meaning of the masonic language, to being an officer in your lodge to the history or philosophy of our order, cornerstone has books designed to help you in your area of study and need. Indeed, a mason may actually discover new joys in attending ritual performances once he learns more about the rich sacred past. Philippa faulks is an author and illustrator, mainly concentrating on the subjects of freemasonry, alternative history and religion. 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. Fred don ask questiondin mostt worry about it too much. If you know of others books out there, please email me so they can be added.
The most widely recognized symbol of the fraternity is. The first half of the book goes over general information and commonly asked questions about freemasonry. The time involved in putting on the full masonic dress was fraught with great frustration and with constant mounting stress for also with the dressing was a frantic final look at certain of the pages in the secret ritual book. Despite masonrys promise to members that nothing in it conflicts with christianity, plenty doesand ankerberg and weldon offer the eyeopening documentation to prove it. It is a well known fact, that his book is required reading for all masons education.
Drummond was originally published by the grand lodge of maine in 1877 for the purpose of assisting the lodges in. Platos philosophy is at the core of modern freemasonry. Duncans masonic ritual and monitor, or, guide to the three symbolic degrees of the ancient york rite third edition, 1866, by malcolm c. 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. Freemasonry and politics in eighteenth century europe, by margaret c. A handbook for the freemasons wife by philippa faulks and cheryl skidmore, though made for a uk audience, is a wonderful companion for any masons lady. A handbook for the freemasons wife by philippa faulks and cheryl skidmore, though made for a uk audience, is a wonderful companion for.
Duncan illustrated html at the general ahiman rezon and freemasons guide new york. A handbook for the freemasons wife really is a must have for the masons spouse. In learning masonic ritual the simple, systematic and successful way to master the work, author rick smith has combined the secret weapons of great ritualists into a structured process that anyone can follow. Feb 05, 2009 written by the wives of two wellestablished freemasons, a handbook for the freemasons wife aims to give a simple and straightto the point guide to the basics of freemasonry, have you ever wondered why men want to be freemasons.
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