Meaning of Masonry by W. L. Wilmshurst Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Meaning of Masonry
Book Review: Most coherent spiritual discourse of Freemasonry available
Summary: 5 Stars
One of the most coherent, spiritual discourses of Freemasonry available to the modern reader. This text is the emotional compliment to W. K. MacNulty's intellectual text "Freemasonry A Journey...".This is a timeless text for Freemasons and non-Masons alike. It is the most influential book on my shelf, no trivial statement given that I am a long-time collector and dealer in antiquarian texts.
Too many Masons, and non-Masons for that matter, step through the rituals of their life and accept the symbols of their world without consciously reflecting on their purpose. This is not wrong by itself - the intent of Freemasonry is self-discovery by fraternity with other motivated good men.
But Wilmshurst reminds us that conscious reflection means we discover and improve our physical selves faster. When we learn from mistakes, we avoid making them again. When we learn to pace ourselves, we make the world better for those around us. As men what we most owe to our families is a better man. In short God has charged us to rise to Him and Freemasonry can help us serve Him. If we choose to see.
I recommend taking this book down at least once a month to read a random chapter. Remember our charge: learn to subdue our passions, learn to be better men.
Book Review: My Husband and his books
Summary: 5 Stars
Well all I can really comment is that my dear husband loves the book. He will not speak on it or about it, though. He gave me the title, I ordered the book for him. He read it from cover to cover immediately and placed it away in his secret safe place. I am happy as long as he is happy.Book Review: Not worth the read if you are 'searching'!
Summary: 1 Stars
This book was originally published in the late 1800s!!!! If you want 'out-of-date' pro-Christian, totally biased wordage then this is the book for you. The dust of the ages still cling to this 'resurrected' edition. It should have been left to RIP! It does a great disservice to the Fraternity, presenting it in a light which should be hidden under a bushel. I give it (1) as I personally acknowledge that all written material merits something. This book does have covers after all! A UGLoE Mason.Book Review: On "The Meaning Of Masonry"
Summary: 5 Stars
While teaching The Ancient Mysteries and History, I ran across this well written book. It is the best book on what Masonry is about. It is the true meaning of Masonry. It is at the top with recommended books by The Grand Lodge of California and of my local lodge. Every Mason should have a copy and read it over and over.The Meaning of MasonryBook Review: Only for Masons, if at all!
Summary: 1 Stars
I am an active Freemason and reguarly read as much on the subject as I can. I must say that this is one of the worst books I have read regarding Freemasonry. I think a lot of it has to do with the time it was published (the last century). Even for a Mason, the reading is slow and dull. Save yourself the time, don't read this one.