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As it is with many things in life, when we have achieved the end goal, the diploma, the last degree, there arises the question, "Now what?" For the young Master Mason who is looking to make his mark in the Fraternity, this book is intended to answer the question, "Now what?" Lodge Leadership starts Masons, young and old, on the quest of becoming a better leader. Detailed in the book is a five step program to help members prepare and execute the skills of an excellent leader. The five step program starts with the investigation. Brother Nelson explains some of the best methods used to execute a productive investigation. Then Nelson presents the importance of being a mentor and clarifies ways to do it. He challenges readers to learn the ritual with exactness and to study the code. Each of these four chapters ends with three challenges to the reader to help implement what they have read, thereby refining their skills as a leader The fifth step to Nelson's Masonic Reform is leadership. Nelson details preparations, growth and maturity of leadership and how the reader can best serve and grow as a leader of their Lodge. Again Nelson sets forth challenges to the reader to help prepare them for leadership within, as well as without, their own Lodge. Finally, Nelson concludes with sobering challenges and encourages the reader to question their motives and desires to lead. Speaking plainly, Nelson shows how we often allow for personal treason in our lives, and how narcissism has crept into the order of the Freemasons. Nelson has accomplished a raw guide to Masonic reform. Re-affirming the importance of learning and study in Freemasonry, Nelson makes the very important point that it is ultimately the responsibility of the individual Mason to transform the leadership of the fraternity and propel the Freemasons into the new era.
Masonry is permeated with powerful verbal and pictorial symbolism that arouses the mental, spiritual and intellectual life. One of the treasures of the SJ USA Supreme Council's Archives at the House of the Temple in Washington, D.C., is Albert Pike's manuscript of The Book of the Words. The book was originally printed, in an edition limited to 150 copies, in 1874. This remarkable study is an exploration of the symbolic words in Freemasonry. It gives the correct spelling of, and analyzes all the "significant words" in the Scottish Rite from the 1st through the 30th degrees inclusive. Pike explores and explains their origin (Hebrew, Samaritan, Phoenician and English), meaning, symbolism and relevance to the degrees and gives his insights. In addition to being an etymological dictionary Pike explains why any given word was chosen for a given degree, thereby revealing the hidden symbolism of each word.
Take the mystery out of the Freemasons Fascinated by Freemasons? Freemasons For Dummies is the internationally bestselling introduction to the Masons, the oldest and largest "secret society" in the world. This balanced, eye-opening guide demystifies Freemasonry, explaining everything from its elaborate rituals and cryptic rites, to its curious symbols and their meanings. With new and improved content, including updated examples and references throughout, this new edition of Freemasons For Dummies provides the most straightforward, non-intimidating guide to the subject on the market. Updated expert coverage of the basic beliefs and philosophy behind Freemasonry Revised information on the history of the society, including updates concerning its founding, famous historical members, and pivotal events New coverage devoted to the recent influx of younger membership The latest and ongoing controversies and myths surrounding Freemasonry The role of women in a Masonic organization, including opportunities for women to participate in Freemasonry The effects cultural and political changes and worldwide events are having on the organization If you're intrigued by the mystery that surrounds the Masons, get ready to learn the facts about this ancient order in Freemasons For Dummies.
"Masonic Word and Phrases" is a wonderful collection of the most often used words and phrases in Masonry. Presented in an easy to read and understandable format, this work provides any student of Masonry with a clear understanding of the meaning of our many phrases and words so seldom used outside of Masonry. This work is valuable to the experienced Mason as a quick and handy reference guide. For the new Mason, however, it is an indispensable work and one that should augment any Masonic education program.
Are Masonry and Christianity truly compatible? Using their concise question–and–answer style noted researchers John Ankerberg and John Weldon look at the basics of the issue examining Masons’ claims and terminology and asking such critical questions as: Is Freemasonry a religion? What do Masons teach about Jesus Christ? What do Masonic symbols represent? Is the God of the Bible also the God of the Masonic Lodge? Easy to follow and practical this thought–provoking resource will help readers understand this widespread organization—and the beliefs of people belonging to it—in light of the clear teaching of the Bible.
The Working Tools of Leadership: Applying the Teachings of Freemasonry goes beyond typical Freemasonic exposés and discusses leadership development using the symbolism of the working tools found in Freemasonry. Applied to work, family and community leadership roles, the working tools can provide valuable lessons in leadership. This book, written through the author's experiences, combines insight into the application of the ancient symbolism of Masonic tradition with a reader's interactive journal to provide a workbook and instruction manual for future leaders of Masonic and, non-Masonic organizations alike.
The most detailed and authoritive text on the true meaning of the Taylors Masonic rituals! The principal contents of this book are the Official Taylors Lectures on the Three Degrees of Craft Freemasonry. These lectures deal with the description of the ritual of those Degrees along with their moral and symbolic significance and are of a formal nature, arranged as catechisms - that is by question and answer form. The text can be studied at home or can be preformed by two or more brethren in open lodge. Much evidence suggests that many sections of these lectures are as old as the degrees themselves. This book adds much to ones enjoyment and understanding of Freemasonry.