PS Review of Freemasonry NEWS

The Commission on Information for Recognition: 2009 Report

Fri, 29 May 2009 09:29:01 GMT

The Conference of Grand Masters of Masons of North America, the Commission on Information for Recognition: 2009 Report.

Collection of Masonic Art Calendars

Thu, 28 May 2009 07:13:43 GMT

Slide Show of beautiful and inspirational Masonic Calendars with illustrations of Masonic jewels, artefacts, tracing boards and portraits of interest to all Freemasons.

For No Atheist May Be Made a Freemason

Tue, 26 May 2009 14:58:29 GMT

Atheism and Freemasonry. This awarded paper illustrates exactly why Freemasonry does not allow atheists to join the Fraternity. By Bro. Joshua L. Rubin, 32, Pythagoras Lodge of Research, G.L. of the District of Columbia, USA.

Are you dressed for Lodge? Enquired Rosette

Mon, 18 May 2009 13:19:37 GMT

The origins and meanings of the rosettes on the masonic apron. A paper by WBro David Barrett, PG Marshall, Grand Lodge of Israel.

Masonic Poems illustrated by Tracing Boards

Thu, 14 May 2009 09:15:26 GMT

Masonic Poems in English and French illustrated by Tracing Boards. Poems and Artworks by W.Bro. Ferenc Sebök, Saint Charles de la Parfaite Harmonie Lodge, Regular Grand Lodge of Belgium.

Freemasonry in Islamic Countries: an Analytical Review

Mon, 11 May 2009 08:18:21 GMT

The purpose of this paper is to examine the causes of Islamic antipathy towards the Craft, locate them within an historical perspective, and discuss the surrounding issues. A paper by WBro Kent Henderson, KCSJ, PJGD, UGL Victoria, Au.

The symbol of the Skull with Crossed Bones in Freemasonry

Thu, 07 May 2009 08:44:34 GMT

Memento Mori - The symbol of the Skull with Crossed Bones. A Perspective on Death and Dying in the Chivalric Orders of the York Rite of Freemasonry. A paper by Bro. William Steve Burkle.

Freemasonry: Upcoming Conferences, Events & Exhibitions

Wed, 06 May 2009 07:32:00 GMT

Call for papers or programme of the most relevant upcoming Conferences, Events & Exhibitions in the US, UK and Europe.

Lectures for Lodge and Chapter

Mon, 04 May 2009 19:46:16 GMT

Ten lectures by VW Bro. Gary Kerkin intended for presentation in a Lodge or Chapter for educational purposes. Bro. Kerkin is Grand Lecturer in the Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of New Zealand.

In Search of the Masonic Lost Word

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:21:53 GMT

Is there a Masonic secret? If so, is this Masonic secret a lost word and what is the significance of this lost word in today's Masonic ritual? A paper by Bro.Darren Lorente, St. Mary Islington Lodge #5451, UGLE.

King Solomon and the Building of the Temple

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 06:44:28 GMT

by RW Bro Rainer Janotta 33°. The Building of King Solomon's Temple makes a central religious statement: "There is but one God". This statement binds the Temple with the operative and speculative Freemasons.

Three Uses of Memory in Freemasonry

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:10:02 GMT

Why is memory so important to Freemasons? An interpretive aspect of the art of memory in Freemasonry by W Bro. J. Scott Kenney, University Lodge #34, Grand Lodge of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

The Excellencies of Freemasonry and Freemasons

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:46:50 GMT

The attributes which should be manifest in every Freemason are examined in terms of the lines of Kipling's poem "If". By VW Bro. Gary Kerkin, Past Grand Lecturer, Grand Lodge of New Zealand.

PS Review of Freemasonry Special Project 2009

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 19:01:30 GMT

PS Review of Freemasonry meets the Australian and New Zealand Masonic Research Council: TRAVELLING LIGHT, Special Project 2009. Ten Research Papers published by the ANZMRC now available online. Read papers by McLeod, Daniel, Wynes Morse and others.

The Sephiroth and the Four Worlds in Three Dimensional Perspective

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:30:04 GMT

The concept of the Sephiroth and the Four Worlds is a difficult to understand, but essential, part of Freemasonry. A paper by Bro. William Steve Burkle.

Allegory, symbols and meaning: Freemasonry sideways!

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 21:32:20 GMT

The Candide's Column, Spring 2009 by Bro.Gerald Reilly. The additional degrees might reflect the inclusive values of The Craft rather than exclude on sectarian grounds.

Ornaments, Furniture and Jewels

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:11:37 GMT

by W.Bro. Julian Rees. The 'Craft in Spirit' Column - Spring 2009. In many rituals we find surprising gaps, lacunae, places where we feel there ought to be something, but there is not.

Freemasonry: The August Order of Light

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 14:56:37 GMT

Origins and History of a little known and respected Order. A research paper by R.W.Bro Yasha Beresiner PGStB, PM Quatuor Coronati Lodge #2076 UGLE

Masonic Research in Australia and New Zealand

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:46:36 GMT

An illustrated account of the formation and activities of the Australian & New Zealand Masonic Research Council. A research paper by W.Bro.Tony Pope , editor of the ANZMRC′s publications.

Freemasonry: belief in a Supreme Being

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 09:43:49 GMT

The Supreme Being could be interpreted not only as a generic term for God but simply as the hidden answer to the mystery of existence. A paper by Bro.Darren Lorente, St. Mary Islington Lodge #5451, UGLE.

A Modern Examination of the Landmarks of Freemasonry

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 18:05:26 GMT

The paper reexamines the Landmarks specified by Mackey and Pound and the repercussions of not recognizing certain customs as the Landmarks of the order. By Bro. Terence Satchell, Mt. Rushmore Lodge, G.L.of South Dakota.

Practicing Tolerance in the Lodge

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 17:44:17 GMT

A look at the importance of practicing tolerance in Freemasonry. A paper by Wor. Bro. Clive Herron, Marine Lodge 627 IC, Durban, South Africa, Grand Lodge of Ireland.

Two Esoteric Masonic Concepts in The Tetragrammaton

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 13:38:03 GMT

The Tetractys and the Sephiroth represent similar concepts; however the link between these two concepts would not be readily apparent were it not for their common use of the Tetragrammaton. A paper by Bro. William Steve Burkle.

Biblical and Masonic Accounts of Solomon's Temple

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:29:12 GMT

A comparison between the account of the building of King Solomon's Temple in Masonic Ritual and the accounts given in the Old Testament of the Bible. A paper by Bro. Terence Satchell, Mt. Rushmore Lodge, G.L.of South Dakota.

Freemasonry and the Western Mystery Tradition

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 08:35:17 GMT

A brief outline of the different theories of origin of the Craft, from the more historical to the more fanciful. A paper by Bro.Darren Lorente, St. Mary Islington Lodge #5451, UGLE.

Freemasonry and the Zodiac Cross

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:36:16 GMT

A Speculation into the Divinity of the Right Angle and Compasses by Bro. Ronald J. Watkins, Wayfarers Lodge #50, Grand Lodge of Arizona.

Int'l Conference, Univ. de Nice, July 2009 - Call for Papers

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:15:57 GMT

Diffusion and Circulation of Masonic Practices in Europe and in the Mediterranean, 1720-1820. Call for Papers in French or in English. Read further details and contacts.

Julian Rees and his 'Craft in Spirit' column

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:56:46 GMT

The Editor is delighted to announce that from December 2008 W.Bro. Julian Rees has also accepted to contribute PS Review of Freemasonry as a columnist. Read the first Column published: Why Tracing Boards?

The Broken Column and its Deeper Meaning

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:48:00 GMT

A discussion of the evolution of the Three Great Columns from Plato's Cardinal virtues and the Sephiroth. It then examines the Broken Column as one of the Three Great columns. A paper by Bro. William Steve Burkle.

The Masonic Chicken and Templar Egg Scenario

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:28:10 GMT

The Editor of PS Review of Freemasonry interviews Stephen Dafoe about his book The Compasses and the Cross: are or are not Freemasons the direct descendants of the Knights Templar?

Freemasonry on the Media vs Secret Tradition

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:30:53 GMT

December Poll - In the rush to publicize the fraternity on the media, have we failed to think more carefully about the function of our secret tradition? Vote Yes or No.

Freemasonry in Serbia. The Revolutionary Activities of a Lodge, 1850c.

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:41:57 GMT

by RW Bro. Celil Layiktez PAGM, editor of The Level, the Magazine of the GL of Turkey. This essay is based on the various reports of the spy Freemason, and of the Austrian and Serbian security officers.

Candide's Column

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 08:06:25 GMT

Candide is Voltaire's best known character. Candide's Column shares the view that Freemasonry is a framework with which to make sense of the world and to interpret experience. Written by Gerald Reilly, columnist, PS Review of Freemasonry.

Alchemical Symbolism of the Double-Headed Eagle

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 15:05:56 GMT

A look at the historical usage of the Double-Headed eagle and an examination of the underlying Alchemical and Hermetic symbolism of one of the most prevalent emblems of the Scottish Rite Freemasonry. A research paper by Bro.Gregory H. Peters 32.

Julian Rees - Essays and Short Papers on Freemasonry

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 21:00:24 GMT

Seven Essays and Ten Short Papers on the Inner Meaning of Freemasonry by W. Bro. Julian Rees one of the founding members of The Cornerstone Society

Masonic Education Course

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:32:37 GMT

Developed by W.Bro. Kent Henderson, the course is structured in three Sections, with four parts to each section. Papers of Hamill, Cryer, Henderson and others. For the Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason. Free online on PS Review of Freemasonry.

History of Freemasonry, The Knights Grand Cross of Jerusalem

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:58:53 GMT

by W.Bro. Alan Eadie. A little known independent Order; or possibly a lost Scottish Ritual found? Quatuor Coronati Lodge No. 2076, London, awarded this paper the Norman Spencer Prize in 2006.

Masonic Week - Feb. 12-14, 2009 - Official Program

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:41:34 GMT

Feb 12-14 2009, Alexandria, VA. Masonic Week is a great opportunity to renew old friendships and make new ones. A must for the Freemasons. Read the Official Program.

Freemasonry: the Digital Challenge.

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:22:17 GMT

by Bro. Ronald J. Watkins, Wayfarers Lodge #50, Grand Lodge of Arizona.
An examination of the impact of the Internet on Freemasonry, Lodges and Grand Lodges.

History of Freemasonry, the International Compact

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:29:35 GMT

between the Grand Lodges of England, Ireland and Scotland concluded July 1814. For the first time online the text of such an important document. Find out why this document is so important.