RECOMMENDED READINGS
ABOUT MASONIC ORGANIZATIONS AND ORDERS
The following books deal with the history, philosophy or any other subject
related to Masonic organizations or Rites.
SCOTTISH RITES
The following deals with the history, philosophy or any other matter related
to Scottish Rites.
A Bridge to Light by Rex Hutchens A Glossary of Morals and Dogma
by Rex Hutchens
Ancient
Mystic Rites by Charles Webster Leadbeater / Paperback
Explores the ancient Egyptian influence upon modern Freemasonry. Discusses the
history of the A.A.S.R. and it's predecessor, the Rite of Perfection.
Beyond The Ordinary by Henry Clausen History of the United Supreme Council, A.A.S.R. of
Freemasonry, P.H.A.by Joseph A. Walkes, Jr.
History of the Supreme Council, 33°, A.A.S.R., N.M.J., U.S.A. by
George Newbury and Louis Williams
Lodge of the Double-Headed Eagle by William L. Fox Magnum
Opus: Or the Great Work: The Complete Ritual Work of the Scottish Rite of
Freemasonry, by Albert Pike.
Modern Historical Characters in Freemasonry by John H. Van Gorden
Morals
and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, by
Albert Pike.
A very hard read. It is the major compilation of Pike's writings on his view of
the questionable history of mystic studies. Basis of some of the Scottish Rite
rituals.
Rose Croix: The History of the Ancient and Accepted Rite for
England and Wales by Alexander C.F. Jackson The Bible in Albert Pike's
Morals and Dogma by Rex Hutchens
and Donald Monson The Story of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
by Harold Van Buren Voorhis Theatre of the Fraternity by Lance Brockman
YORK RITE
The following deals with the history, philosophy or any other matter related
to York Rites.
Born
in Blood by John J. Robinson / Hardcover
This is a very popular historical fantasy book which weaves a wonderful story
involving the Knights Templar, Freemasons and the Catholic Church. A highly
entertaining work perfect for those quite evening when an exciting book is
valued reward. Don't get caught up in expecting an accurate account of history
and you will thoroughly enjoy this work.
Dungeon
Fire and Sword by by John J. Robinson, M. Evans and Co., 1991/ Hardcover
Robinson's fascination with the military monastic order organized by a band of
knights in the aftermath of the First Crusade and originally dedicated to the
protection of pilgrims in the Holy Land continues. Here, he sets out to recount
the Knights' role as trained warriors and, eventually, as international bankers
during the nearly 200 years from Pope Urban II's call for the First Crusade in
1095 through the last Crusaders' abandonment of the Holy Land in 1291.
Freemasons' Book of the Royal Arch by Bernard Edward
Jones
Lessons in Capitular Masonry by Charles C. Hunt
Light from the Sanctuary by Charles Albert Snodgrass
Royal Arch, Capstone of Freemasonry by Ray Vaughn Denslow Royal Arch: Its Hidden Meaning
by George Steinmetz Royal Masonic Encyclopedia by James Mackenzie
Some Royal Arch Terms Examined by Roy A. Wells The
History of the Knights Templars by Charles G. Addison, David Hatcher
Childress (Introduction) / Paperback
This book is full of history of the Order of the Knights Templar. Addison goes
into some deep history of the Templars and the times they lived in right up to
the supression of the order. He also sets up a basis for the belief that the
Templars did not all 'go away' after their supression but lived on in countries
where Phillip and Pope Clement V could not touch them. This book is great to
start on your journey to find the truth about this order of Knights. The Knights of Malta by Joseph Attard
The
Lost Treasure of the Knights Templar by Steven Sora / Paperback / Published
1999
Fascinating occult detective work linking the Cathars, the Scottish Masons, and
Renne-le-Chateau to the elusive treasure pit on Oak Island. Draws on new
evidence recently unearthed in Italy, France, and Scotland to provide a
compelling solution to one of the world's most enduring mysteries. The Murdered Magicians: The Templars and
their Myth by Peter Partner, Oxford Univ. Press, 1987
An excellent book that not only discusses the original Knight Templars
but also covers the period after their end with detailed discussion of how
they were perceived by the public in each period.
The Royal Arch, its Hidden Meaning by George Harold
Steinmetz The Templar Legacy and Masonic
Inheritance within Rosslyn Chapel by Tim Wallace-Murphy
The Templar Revelation
by Picknett and Prince The Templar's Secret Island by Henry Lincoln & Erling Haagensen The Temple Legend by Rudolph Steiner
The Temples in Jerusalem by Harry Kelso Eversull The
Trial of the Templars by Malcolm Barber / Paperback
A detailed account of the ordeal of the French Templars--arrested, tried and
executed from 1307-1314 for heretical crimes during the Inquisition. Although
their confessions were extracted under torture, a number of the brothers
survived to defend their Order until 1314.
The York Rite of Freemasonry by Frederick G. Speidel
OTHER ORGANIZATIONS OR ORDERS
The following deals with the history, philosophy or any other matter related
to other Masonic Organizations
Beyond the Craft by Keith B. Jackson Building Paradise: The Freemason and Rosicrucian Six Days Work
by Peter Dawkins
Fifty Years of National Sojourners by LaVon Parker
Linn
Hi...Dad! [De Molay] by Herbert Ewing Duncan
History of the Royal Order of Jesters
Parade to Glory; The Story of the Shriners and Their Hospitals for
Crippled Children by Fred Van Deventer
Seekers of Truth: The Story of the Philalethes Society,
1928-1988 by Allen E. Roberts
The Eastern Star by Harold V.B. Voorhis The Higher Degrees in Freemasonry
by JSM Ward
The Rosicrucian Enlightenment by Frances A. Yates
Barnes and Noble, 1972.
Study of the "Enlightenment" with an idea that Dr. John Dee was the
founder of Rosicrucianism and that it returned to England as Freemasonry.
An exact history of where the early Fraternity in London originated is not
known but Ms Yates makes a good theory of a history of the Fraternity. It
also tells her theory of our ritual and philosophy.
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