In order to compose that will, the freemason must search his soul for his true feelings about life, death and the transformation of the self from its material nature to its spiritual destiny. But thats not all that goes on behind closed doors. The word philosophy is derived from the combination of two greek words. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Freemasonry as a philosophy of life paperback common. All this other stuff is divisive, irrelevant, and unneeded controversy that hurts the craft. For them the philosophy of masonry, its symbolism, its virtues, its morality, its positive effect on the human soul, its way of life is the only thing that should be talked about within the masonic. The philosophy of freemasonry its mythical structure. The philosophy of freemasonry is a music video which introduces the underlying philosophy of freemasonry. We all go through the major life events of birth, growth and reproduction, decline and death. Olivers philosophy of masonry deals rather with masonry in its relation to the philosophy of religion. The masonic lodge offers its members social prestige, brotherhood, a sense of mystery, and opportunities for charitable work. The book was published in 1912 by a masonic temple in chicago, illinois.
We are primarily interested in moral philosophy, since freemasonry is a moral science. The mind must be taught to think, the heart to feel, and the hands to labor. Freemasonry in the united states faced political pressure following the 1826 kidnapping of william morgan by freemasons and his subsequent disappearance. Its how you interpret those symbols to your own life that matter. Despite masonrys promise to members that nothing in it conflicts with christianity, plenty doesand ankerberg and weldon offer the. James, edd, phd, 32 the study of masonic philosophy through our ritual is a comprehensive quest for a better understanding of god, the nature of our world, human existence, and the relationship between those things.
Originally formed in 1866, wasatch lodge has included among its membership, jc penney, governor dern, the walker brothers, harold p. So the basis of todays talk, the philosophy of freemasonry is about the love of the wisdom from the craft, and it is from this angle, the wisdom derived from the craft, that i shall base my analysis. For them the philosophy of masonry, its symbolism, its virtues, its morality, its positive effect on the human soul, its way of life is the only thing that should be talked about within the masonic community. Popular freemasonry books meet your next favorite book. Seated at a table, the masonic candidate must write a philosophical will that will later be read aloud in blue lodge.
The esoteric teachings would become part of freemasonry. Looking at the book, i also noticed that its top edges were leached with a faded, watered, yellow ink undoubtedly the result of an accidental highlighter spill that had taken place many years ago. In a recent masonic philosophical society meeting, we discussed the likeness of stoicism to freemasonry. Secrets of the freemasons book chamber of reflection and. The dictionary indicates that philosophy is the love or pursuit of wisdom. He is best known for his 1928 work the secret teachings of all ages.
Most of the information that follows is copied from that book. Secrets of the freemasons book chamber of reflection. A years subscription to the short talk bulletins is. Fabian founder of the wasatch mountain state park, and mervin b. Masonic philosophy freemasons of salt lake city, utah. I lectures on the philosophy of freemasonry by roscoe pound, of the law school of harvard university, is the book wherewith to begin a study of the. Nov 28, 2016 his philosophy is summed into a note he signed into a students book that reads, to learn is to live, to study is to grow, and growth is the measurement of life. An introduction to the philosophy of masonry what is. In order to understand this we need only note that krause was by profession a philosopher and that the main work of his life was done in the philosophy of law and of government while, on the other hand, oliver was a clergyman. Olivers philosophy of masonry deals with masonry in its relation to the philosophy of religion.
King solomons temple the origin of freemasonry as an organized institution to the temple of solomon. Studying masonic philosophy through memorizing degree. Secret teachings of all ages index welcome to the cia. Not only do i get to read a new book, i know have an excuse to drink more coffee this weekend. Allcock, anthony 1955 for a seemingly simple game, bowls is a highly. It should come as no surprise that the masonic symbols situated within the chamber. In america, the seven aphorisms of summum were outlined in a book called the kybalion by three initiates. I dont even have a pdf of it, and i dont even see it in killingers library. It was a lively discussion and the argument that stoicism and freemasonry are the same was extremely compelling. The top 10 masonic books for your winter book scottish rite, nmj. Studying masonic philosophy through memorizing degree ritual. Philosophy of biology is often said to have emerged in the last third of the twentieth century. A masonic book club is a great way for your lodge to strengthen bonds. Pilot of the apollo 11 mission, buzz aldin was the second man to step onto the lunar surface.
Creason, 33 is the founder of the midnight freemasons blog, and an awardwinning author of several books and novels, including the famous american freemasons series. Its somewhat apparent that as his time as a freemason went on, he did exert further influence. In order to understand this we need to note that krause was by profession a philosopher and that the main work of his life was done in the philosophy of law and of government, while oliver was a clergyman who wrote extensively about ancient texts. Masonic philosophy and values freemasonry is a fraternity based on the belief that each man has a responsibility to help make the world a better place while being devoted to his family, faith, country, and fraternity. This balanced, eyeopening guide demystifies freemasonry, explaining everything from its elaborate rituals and cryptic rites, to its curious symbols and their meanings. Howard grand master, grand lodge of alberta 195253. David harrison posted on february 2, 2018 by david harrison february 2, 2018 it is obvious that freemasonry impacts the lives of those that become involved, though it impacts each life differently. The various editions of this book do an excellent job of teaching. Sep 16, 2010 the philosophy of freemasonry is a music video which introduces the underlying philosophy of freemasonry.
I lectures on the philosophy of freemasonry by roscoe pound, of the law school of harvard university, is the book wherewith to begin a study of the philosophy of masonry in a technical and systematic manner. Book printed material the moral design of freemasonry, deduced from the old charges of a freemason. Ethics personal growth tolerance education diversity philanthropy family. This list of freemasons page provides links to alphabetized lists of notable freemasons. Freemasonry as a philosophy of life paperback common by author jirah dewey buck on. Freemasons for dummies is the internationally bestselling introduction to the masons, the oldest and largest secret society in the world. Masonic philosophy and values freemasonry is a fraternity based on the belief that each man has a responsibility to help make the world a better place while being devoted to his family, faith. It contains quotes by well known masonic authors, serene cloud formations, and. Let your love to life be love to your highest hope. I think it should be one who studies philosophy and lives according to its rules.
Bookprinted material the moral design of freemasonry, deduced from the old charges of a freemason. Freemasons a group of freemasons in ceremonial dress, 1902. The recorded esoteric teachings of jewish mysticism are known as kabbalah which is spelled other ways. In the first place i must express my appreciation of the honor which was given to my grand lodge of alberta and myself in being invited to prepare an address to this highly selective body of distinguished freemasons, representing as it does such a large number of brethren who have at. An introduction to the philosophy of masonry what is freemasonry. Todd started the midnight freemason blog in 2006, and in 2012 he opened it up as a contributor blog the midnight freemasons plural. An extensive examination of the history of gnosticism and how its philosophy has influenced the western esoteric tradition explains how the gnostic understanding of selfrealization is. Robinson, the lost symbol by dan brown, morals and dogma of the a. Freemasonry is a fraternal organisation which exists in a number of forms worldwide. Learn the philosophy underpinning freemasonry kufuor. Nov 30, 2017 20171 former president john agyekum kufuor, a freemason and senior grand warden of the united grand lodge of england, says the craft of freemasonry is about charity, transparency and. Over his 70 year career, he gave thousands of lectures, including two at carnegie hall, and published over 150 volumes. We brought out a coffeetable book on the history of masonry in southern india. The influence of pythagoras on freemasonry, the golden verses of pythagoras and the life and philosophy of pythagoras paperback december, 2019 by manly p.
It contains quotes by well known masonic authors, serene cloud. The secret teachings of all ages an encyclopedic outline of masonic, hermetic, qabbalistic and rosicrucian symbolical philosophy being an interpretation of the. It is the most popular exposition available, by one of the rites most articulate philosophers and writers. An extensive examination of the history of gnosticism and how its philosophy has influenced the western esoteric tradition explains how the gnostic understanding of selfrealization is embodied in the esoteric traditions of the rosicrucians and freemasons explores how gno. In order to understand this we need only note that krause was by profession a. Mar 17, 2018 gene autry was a member of catoosa lodge no. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Studying masonic philosophy through memorizing degree ritual richard e. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. In becoming masons, we are supposed to have acquired a new way of looking at the world and human life and in the process to have become better men. Presentation and understanding of freemasonry philosophy. Brother truman is the story of one of the few great american statesmen. Manly palmer hall march 18, 1901 august 29, 1990 was a canadianborn author, lecturer, astrologer and mystic.
Good for all bothers who want to expand there knowledge on masonry. This part of the country has the largest number of freemasons 9,000 in total with 4 lodges. The author in the book noted below that ashmole was a joiner, and joining a society of freemasons seemed to be the thing to do at this time in england. Your highest thought, however, ye shall have it commanded unto you by meand it is this. In order to understand this we need to note that krause was by profession a philosopher and that. Philosophical intellectual masons versus structural. The book is not bulky, and the language is simple, so that a novice need have no difficulties in reading it. In order to compose that will, the freemason must search his soul for his. The book that i held in my hand had been translated into english by sir desmond lee and was a 1976 reprint of an original penguin classics edition. Your highest thought, however, ye shall have it commanded unto you by meand it is. I would argue that this is the best book out there that explores the connection between masonic philosophy and how we can use it to improve our own lives and.
Our view of the world and of life in general has changed, our needs have changed, but men have continued to join. In the first place i must express my appreciation of the honor which was given. David harrison posted on february 2, 2018 by david harrison february 2, 2018 it is obvious that freemasonry impacts the lives of those that become. Masonic enlightenment the philosophy, history and wisdom of. Rare book and special collections divisionlibrary of congress, washington, d. Freemason philosophy for the 21st century kindle edition by. Freemasons, theres no better place to start than with the life of bro. A polemical account of australian philosophy up to 2003, emphasising its unique aspects such as commitment to realism and the connections between philosophers views and their lives. Seneca, zeno, epictetus, and marcus aurelius all took center stage. It is the most popular exposition available, by one.
Freemasonry is a fraternal organisation which exists in a number of forms. The influence of pythagoras on freemasonry, the golden. It is our hope that this web site will assist you in your research into freemasonry. Throughout history some members of the fraternity have made no secret of their involvement, while others have not made their membership public. In becoming masons, we are supposed to have acquired a new way of looking at the. Freemasonry has, almost from its inception, encountered considerable opposition from organized religion, especially from the roman catholic church, and from various states.
654 1067 416 53 392 480 1340 1252 1512 1147 274 931 320 475 712 592 1518 505 1144 1029 498 224 1157 1299 372 380 1185 1213 109 975 495 1350 117 1256 354 635 392 1482 103 313