 Freemasons For Dummies
History, Biography & Politics
By Christopher Hodapp
At last, a plain English guide to Freemasonry. With Freemasonry featured prominently in The Da Vinci Code as well as the hit movie National Treasure, it's no wonder that more and more people are curious about this ancient organization, and interest is sure to intensify when Dan Brown's new blockbuster appears. This balanced, eye-opening guide demystifies Freemasonry, explaining everything from its elaborate rituals and cryptic rites to the veiled symbols and their meanings. The book profiles famous Freemasons throughout history including many of America's Founding Fathers as well as prominent politicians and business leaders offers a balanced assessment of the many controversies and conspiracy theories that continue to swirl around Freemasonry. For anyone who wants an evenhanded overview of Freemasonry's past, present, and future, this guide is the key. Christopher Hodapp is a Mason who has traveled extensively reporting on Masonic practices in Great Britain, France, and elsewhere. He is currently a Past Master and a Master of his lodge. Hodapp edits the lodge newsletter and has written for the Grand Lodge magazine, the Indiana Freemason.
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 Is It True What They Say About Freemasonry:
The Methods of Anti-Masons
By Arturo de Hoyos, S. Brent Morris
Is Freemasonry a religion? Do Freemasons worship Lucifer? Do they have "blood oaths?" Is Freemasonry a tool of capitalists or communists? Is it a haven for the "Illuminati?" What power does Freemasonry exert in the world today? Although Freemasonry claims to be founded upon principles of ethical and moral philosophy, it has long been accused of sinister and wicked practices which it supposedly conceals from both the public and its lower-level members. In this book the authors investigate the claims and allegations of prominent anti-Masons, and discover a foundation built on deceptions, misrepresentations and tricks. By providing the reader with authentic texts and reproductions of original documents, the truth is discovered as lies are exposed. This book examines the writings of John Ankerberg, John Weldon and Ron Campbell, the sermons of Ron Carlson and David S. Janssen, anti-Masons on the Internet, "Rev." James D. Shaw (who falsely claimed to be a 33d Degree Mason), T.N. Sampson and others. Also included is the complete confession of Leo Taxil, who admitted inventing the hoax of "Luciferian Masonry," and much more. This third enlarged edition contains all the material originally published by the Masonic Service Association in its 1994 and 1997 editions, plus an additional 100 pages.
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 Introduction To Freemasonry
By Harry L. Haywood - Revised by Michael Poll
H.L. Haywood's "Introduction to Freemasonry" is a classic Masonic educational work designed for the new Mason as well as the experienced Mason who may wish to refresh himself in the basics aspects of his Art. Written with the American Mason in mind, Introduction to Freemasonry is a most important foundational work that can set all Masons off on the correct educational path.
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The Little Masonic Library
Set of 5 hardbound books. For the Mason desirous of improving his education in the Craft, no finer combination of books on Masonic subjects is available anywhere. This set was edited by Carh H. Claudy and is considered one of his greatest achievments.
Volume 1: Anderson's Constitutions of 1723; Landmarks of Freemasonry, Masonic Jurisprudence
Volume 2: The Comacines, Modern Masonry, Morgan Affair and Anti-masonry, What Really Happened to William Morgan, Mormonism and Freemasonry
Volume 3: York and Scottish Rites of Masonry, Masonry and the Flag, Freemasonry and the American Revolution, Great Light in Masonry
Volume 4: Great American Masons, Degrees and Great Symbols, Ethics of Freemasonry, A Master's Wages
Volume 5: Masonry and Americanism, The meaning of Masonry, The Old Past Master, Masonic Poems
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 The Dictionary of Freemasonry
By Robert Macoy
Getting accurate, correct, and truthful Masonic information can sometimes feel harder then pulling teeth. Freemasonry is a subject that alot of people don't know about and fewer truly understand, which makes gleaning useful information difficult. Even talking to some Masons might leave you with more questions then answers after your done. However Roberet Macoy's work provides light to anyone seeking Masonic history and information. It is part history, part encylopedia, and part dictionary. It starts with a brief history of Freemasonry and lists the terminology in two different volumes using an A-Z dictionary format. It explains the people, places, terms, and symbols that you would ever want to know about and much more. Every lodge should have a few copies of this work on hand and anyone with an interest in Freemasonry must have one on their bookshelf too. If you doing Masonic research, its priceless, but if just want to learn about Masonry, its informative and easy to follow and provides more information then you can well, shake a stick at, a big stick too.
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 The Meaning of Masonry
By W. L. Wilmshurst
No more veiled allusions to a Deeper Meaning of Masonry. No more Hints and Insinuations. No more references to obscure books, that can only be found through unfamiliar publishers. No more "I know more than you, but I cannot tell you about it." Here it is: everything you ever wanted to know about Masonry, but were afraid to ask... or, wanted to ask but, couldn't get anyone to talk about it. Wilmshurst tells it like it is, after giving many lectures amongst Masons of the world. He offers us some gold, instead-of a treasure Map. If all the other Masonic books left you feeling unsatiated and thirsty for more knowledge, this book will quench your thirst and provide ample revitalization in the future. Wilmshurst believes a man should enter he Craft with no blinders or misgivings about his Work. He believes in offering the Truths he has discovered to all those seeking The Light. Anyone contemplating the idea of petitioning The Lodge should read this book... and, everyone within The Lodge should give Wilmshurst's message a respectful perusal during a quiet afternoon.
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 Freemasonry:
A Journey Through Ritual and Symbol
By W. Kirk MacNutly
The original meaning of Freemasonry is well explained in this short, well written, and beautifully illustrated book, including all the symbolism of the First, Second, and Third degrees. The author is as well versed in the mystery religions and sacred architecture of classical times as were the founders of the Craft. Indeed you come to realise that there is a comprehensive and satisfying overview of universal spiritual wisdom in these rituals, of the self, soul, and spirit (the three Principle Officers.) This is not trivial stuff. Indeed, it is pointed out that the ultimate goal of the Third Degree is to actually die to one's self and be reborn. This was also the end goal of the old Mystery Religions- and of any spiritual path worthy of the name. There are no "secrets" revealed here. The only secrets are those found in your own soul after deep introspection. But these rituals do point the way, and this booklet does prepare your mind on the proper path.
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The Lost Keys of Freemasonry
By Manly P. Hall
Temple Builder, Craftsmen and Artisans alike, will find much for study and consideration within these pages. Here are keys which, if only read, will leave the reader still in ignorance but, if lived, will change the speculative Masonry of today into the operative Masonry of tomorrow, when each builder, realizing his own place, will see things which he never saw before, not because they were not there, but because he was blind. And there are none so blind as those who will not see. A book for the Mason and non-Mason. As a contribution to Masonic idealism, revealing the profounder aspects of an ancient Fraternity which has always wrought for the benefit of mankind, the book is one to be read over and over again. The Egyptian Initiate has been added to this edition and readers will find it intensely interesting and enlightening.
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Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
By Albert Pike
What is the philosophy inculcated by the Masonic Fraternity? Why have so many renowned men such as George Washington, Mozart, Benjamin Franklin, Harry S. Truman, and Sir Winston Churchill found in Masonic membership keys to leading enlightened lives? 'Morals and Dogma', written by poet, philosopher, frontiersman, soldier, humanitarian and philanthropist Albert Pike, explores in this volume answers to these questions, along with commentaries on religious and philosophical beliefs throughout history. Recommended to everyone who is interested in philosophy and comparative religion, but more especially to the Mason who desires a more thorough understanding of his fraternity.
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Duncan's Ritual of Freemasonry
By Malcolm C. Duncan
This will be a cherished possession of any Mason who receives it. Retaining all the traditional charm of McKay's Standard Edition, this gift volume includes both the Guide to the Three Symbolic Degrees of the Ancient York Rite and to the degree of Mark Master, Past Master, Most Excellent Master, and the Royal Arch, as written by Malcolm C. Duncan and explained and interpreted through copious notes and numerous original engravings.
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True Masonic Guide
By Robert Macoy
The True Masonic Guide containing elucidations of the fundamental principles of Freemasonry with embellishments and explanations of all the degrees of the symbolic lodge, chapter, council, encampment consistory and the Supreme Grand Council, arranged in accordance with the mode of work and lecturing. Also, a complete classification of the various rites, to wit, the Egyptian, Scottish, French, ancient and modern York compiled from the most approved writers, with amendments, additions, notes, charges, remarks, songs, etc.
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