Apr 17, 2012 now, although, in a theological sense, the ten commandments are said to embrace and constitute the moral law, because they are its best exponent, yet jurists have given to the term a more general latitude, in defining the moral laws to be the eternal, immutable laws of good and evil, to which the creator himself, in all dispensations, conforms. Indiana blue book of masonic law, adopted by the grand lodge free and accepted masons of the state of indiana, constitution of the grand lodge, by laws of the grand lodge, general regulations, standing resolutions of the grand lodge, digest of decisions, ceremonies, standard forms. These subject areas are covered in an individual selfhelp study approach that addresses some basic concepts of masonry. 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. Indiana blue book of masonic law, adopted by the grand lodge free and accepted masons of the state of indiana, constitution of the grand lodge, bylaws of the grand lodge, general regulations, standing resolutions of the grand lodge, digest of grand lodge free and accepted masons of the state of indiana on. A lodge chartered by or under dispensation from this grand lodge, unless the context indicates.
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. In some jurisdictions there is the masonic code and in others its the constitution and by laws. There shall be no applause or comment on an examination by. Blue book of the compiled laws of 1940 of the grand lodge of the free and accepted masons of the state of michigan. In presenting to the fraternity a work on the principles of masonic law, it is due to. The flashcards below were created by user patmos0729 on freezingblue flashcards.
You can join other masonic organizations to earn further degrees. Click on located to the left of the book title you wish to read. Within the blue lodge are conferred the craft degrees. Coderitual books my freemasonry freemason information. The oath and obligation of a master mason religious institution. The blue lodge is the foundation of all freemasonry organizations. Lodge state of california adopted july 2009, 2 the masonic ritual adopted by this mwphgl, 3 mackeys jurisprudence of freemasonry, and 4 macoys worshipful masters assistant. Section 1the title of the lodge shall be willis stewart lodge no. If you know of others books out there, please email me so they can be added. First i said masonic offence which is a little out dated so i will be politically correct about it. In the consideration of the nature of the evidence that is to be given in masonic trials, it is proper that we should first inquire what classes of persons are to be deemed incompetent as witnesses.
The following exposures of masonic ritual are provided in a cooperative effort between exmasons for jesus and ephesians 5. The bible we dedicate to god because it is the inestimable gift of god to man the square to the master, because it is the proper masonic emblem of his office. Section 2the warrant of this lodge is a charter granted on august 27, 1851 by the. Grand lodge is the supreme masonic power and authority in the state of california and is vested with all legislative, executive, and judicial powers in furtherance of same, limited only by a strict adherence to the ancient landmarks, by the other general. Lot of 7 masonic mason freemason freemasonry lodge ritual master books etc. Entered apprentice mason learn about the first masonic. Indiana blue book of masonic law octagon home masonic. Books that can be utilized as references or research on masonic topics located in someone elses website. As always, if you would like to add to this page you may email us at the contact page. The master mason examinations are open book type exams designed to give any master mason the opportunity to increase his knowledge of some of the ancient tenets, rules and regulations of masonry. This edition of the digest has been updated to reflect the 2018 changes. Blue is the only color other than white which should be used in a masters lodge for decorations. The masters jewel masonic education the master mason.
This book appears to be a guide for the ceremonies of freemasonry. The annual 23rd masonic district meeting with grand lodge shall be hosted on a rotating lodge schedule with the hosting lodge providing the meal and all lodges contributing to the expense of that event. This is an online electronic edition of the the first masonic book. Exmasons for jesus is a fellowship organization of men and women who have left the masonic lodge and appendant bodies, such as the order of the eastern star, jobs daughters, the order of rainbow for girls and the order of. These masonic rituals represent three degrees which are taken in sequence.
Aug 09, 2009 first i said masonic offence which is a little out dated so i will be politically correct about it. We carry books on masonic history, philosophy, ritual, lodge procedures and more. The principles of masonic law wikisource, the free online. Actual copies of forms have been published separately. First, the entered apprentice degree, second, the fellow craft degree and finally.
Some states have a cipher or cifer, which is a coded version of the entire work of the a three degrees. The oath and obligation of a master mason religious. An introduction to masonic jurisprudence and the laws of freemasonry, united grand lodge of new south wales, 1984. At the point is a blue rosette, in the centre of which is a silver fivepointed star. The book of the law is an important symbol in the royal arch degree, concerning especially the tradition that this book was lost during the babylon captivity, and that it was among the treasures discovered during the building of the second. The law of the land, which, in this instance, is the same as the law of masonry. Full text of the masonic chronicler catechism relating to masonic law and usage, together with suggestions to masters, secretaries and members see other formats. This 2001 edition contains a list of standard forms and other helpful information. The title applies especially to the old testament, and more particularly to the five books of moses. The constitutions of the freemasons unl digital commons. Secretary and other frequent user of the blue book familiarize himself with each of the general sections, and thus, a thorough knowledge of masonic jurisprudence in michigan can easily be obtained by continual and careful examination of the blue book itself.
The constitution and ordinances of the grand lodge, as the same may be amended from time to time, sometimes referred to as this code. Freemasonry is not only for the lodge room but as a primer a book of basic rules as to. This 2015 edition of the indiana blue book of masonic law is a compilation of the 1993 edition, together with all changes thereto through and including the 2015 annual meeting of the grand lodge of indiana. Lodges and enter them in the books of the grand lodge, receive the fees and. The most worshipful grand master of masons in colorado and other officers.
I furthermore promise and swear that i will not give the grand hailing sign of distress, except it be in cases of the most imminent danger, or suffering in the cause of innocence and virtue, orin a just and lawfully constituted lodge of master masons, or in a lodge for instruction, and when i see or hear it given, by a worthy brother in. The collars of officers of private lodges shall be of light blue ribbon four. Many have as mentioned a monitor, which is what your book appears to be. The local blue lodge is the place where you and your freemason neighbors begin your masonic careers. Montagu, for his examination, correction, and appro bation. Adams hospital service fund and emergency and nonresident relief funds. These exercises are available online as audio tracks. In presenting to the fraternity a work on the principles of masonic law, it is due to those for whom it is intended, that something should be said. Masonic formation 7 the masonic secret 7 symbolism 8 expectationsby you, of the fraternity and vice versa 9 officers of a masonic blue lodge 10 becoming a mason duties and rights of entered apprentices 28 proficiency and advancement 29 mentorship 33 the california masonic code 33 masonic landmarks 34. Now, although, in a theological sense, the ten commandments are said to embrace and constitute the moral law, because they are its best exponent, yet jurists have given to the term a more general latitude, in defining the moral laws to be the eternal, immutable laws of good and evil, to which the creator himself, in all dispensations, conforms. Information was also gathered from other respected written references, as well as from. This electronic edition of carliles manual of freemasonry is based on a facsimile of an unspecified printing, issued by kessinger publishing in kila, montana. Over the course of successive publications, carliles com. New listing kjv holy bible master reference red letter edition masonic heirloom 1964.
But a brief examination of this method, led me to perceive that i would be thus. Most civil laws are provided with measures of enforcement and penalties for infringement. Ive been able to translate some of the book, it is very interesting, but it was accompanied by another book that says almost the same things, but not in code. Article i name section a the name of this association shall be the 23 rd masonic district association. The holy bible we dedicate to god, the square to the master and the compasses to the craft. The 20162020 statistical register or blue book can be viewed or printed by clicking on one of the links below. A blue lodge is a lodge of freemasons that confers the first three degrees. Williams digest of laws the grand lodge of mississippi f. We dont know it all and would appreciate any and all material sent of course your name will be given as the source, if you so desire. Will i learn the masonic secrets in this entered apprentice mason study guide.
Masonic formation 7 the masonic secret 7 symbolism 8 expectationsby you, of the fraternity and vice versa 9 officers of a masonic blue lodge 10 becoming a mason duties and rights of entered apprentices 28 proficiency and advancement 29 mentorship 33 the california masonic code 33 masonic landmarks 34 history of freemasonry 34. By laws of mary commandery no 36 masonic knights templar phillidelphia 1876. This 2001 edition of the indiana blue book of masonic law is a compilation of the 1993 edition, together with all changes thereto through and including the 2001 annual meeting of the grand lodge of indiana. The publishers introduction from that edition is omitted for reasons. In the educational center you will find information to guide you through your masonic life.
A few manifest typographical errors have been corrected. The scottish rite appears in a major role in dan browns novel, the lost. It is perhaps for this reason that collected ruling 50 was introduced into the written laws of masonic jurisprudence. Some states have a cipher or cifer, which is a coded version of the entire work of the a. Alternatively, you could even play them straight from your. May 08, 2011 this book appears to be a guide for the ceremonies of freemasonry. The masonic society is organized exclusively as a center of union for freemasons who desire to study and promote the mystic art, its history, philosophy, rites, customs, and practices while promoting the common good and general welfare of its community by espousing and promulgating those tenets of freemasonry that bring about civic betterment. The lex non scripta, or unwritten lawof freemasonry is derived from the traditions. I furthermore promise and swear that i will standto and abide by all the laws, rules and regulations of any lodge of master masons of which i may be a member, together with the general laws and edicts of the grand lodge, under whose authority the same shall work, so far as they shall come to my knowledge. Indiana blue book of masonic law, adopted by the grand lodge. Grand lodge of texas codebook page 3 my freemasonry.
See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. That i might travel, work, and receive master wages, the better to enable me to support myself and family, and contribute to the relief of worthy. In some jurisdictions there is the masonic code and in others its the constitution and bylaws. Full text of the masonic chronicler catechism relating to. Indiana blue book of masonic law mulberry lodge home.
Section 2the warrant of this lodge is a charter granted on august 27, 1851 by the most worshipful grand lodge of kentucky, f. Osborne, past grand master, grand secretary emeritus. They are referred to through the book, as marked by the icon play this and vary in length from 3 minutes to 25 minutes. Indiana blue book of masonic law, adopted by the grand.
In addition to providing rules for the administration of the masonic home, the rules and regulations that govern the masonic home also establish directions for the management of the hal w. It is proposed in this book, first to present the reader with a brief historical sketch of the rise and progress of the system of grand lodges. The first degree is the entered apprentice where the initiate is entered. The principles of masonic law by albert gallatin mackey. Unfollow masonic books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Mindfulness for dummies, 2nd edition, also includes lots of high quality, downloadable mindfulness exercises. I found a book from a masonic lodge that is in code, page 1. The bible, referred to by freemasons as the volume of the sacred law, is always open in the. The principles of masonic lawchapter xix wikisource. Inside the front cover, it says to be returned to the lodge incase of loss or the death of the person it was loaned to. Exmasons for jesus is a fellowship organization of men and women who have left the masonic lodge and appendant bodies, such as the order of the eastern star, jobs daughters, the order of rainbow for girls. There are also certain other offenses against the civil law which are not masonic crimes.
Overview of freemasonry prepared by wanda alger, september 20 to become a mason, the initiate goes through the lue lodge which is 3 separate degrees of advancement. Price new from used from hardcover, 1993 please retry. This 2015 edition contains a list of standard forms and other helpful information. They contain a mixture of multiple choice, true or false, or. A group of master masons talk about topics of masonic interesteach from their own unique perspective. The 16th edition was compiled by the special committee on blue book revision consisting of charles p. Let the book of constitutions be your constant study, that you may be the better enabled to preserve inviolate the laws and ancient landmarks of the order, and to assist the m. Grand lodge alone has the inherent power of enacting laws and. The principles of masonic lawchapter xix wikisource, the.
The book of constitutions is required reading by the three principle officers of the lodge. We now refer to it as a masonic disciplinary violation the grand west had nothing to do with the code book as it was presented to gl for a vote by a brother and it was the grand east that gaveled the vote of the attending past masters. Containing the constitution and laws of the jurisdiction, with ancient constitutions, public ceremonies, forms by freemasons of north carolina and freemasons of north carolina 2011, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. On the flap is delineated an eye, and on the area selections from the masters carpet. These masonic penalties for serious infractions of masonic law may be inflicted after masonic trials with a verdict of guilty, but the punishment is usually made to fit. Blue book of the compiled laws of 1940 of the grand lodge. Article ix amendments section a no amendments to the bylaws, either by alteration or addition, shall be made unless in the following manner. The laws which govern the institution of freemasonry are of two kinds, unwrittenand written,and may in a manner be compared with the lex non scripta, or common law, and the lex seripta, or statute law of english and american jurists. Indiana blue book of masonic law grand lodge free and accepted masons on. Program and the book entitled masonry and the mason, will answer most of your immediate questions and make you feel more at home with us while in the masonic environment.
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