Enhance Your Masonic Knowledge and Insight
Our Reading Courses feature a diverse selection of volumes and topics, reflecting both contemporary theories and classic ideas within each subject area. We combine modern scholarship with respected works by Masonic authors and other experts, ensuring participants gain a comprehensive appreciation of the available literature. In keeping with Masonic tradition, these courses encourage members to explore new information and develop their own perspectives and practices.
Each topic lists some of the more important works that are available at your local Lodge library, or at the popular bookshops. Some of the out-of-print books might only be available either as PDF ebooks, or at antique booksellers such as Abebooks.com.
These courses are unstructured, and are an invitation to gain more light and a deeper understanding of topics of importance to Freemasonry.
We welcome your feedback on our current offerings and invite suggestions for new titles or courses.
Foundational Reading Selections
Begin your journey with essential texts that establish a strong base in Masonic teachings and traditions.
Intermediate Reading Materials
Expand your comprehension with carefully chosen works that explore complex concepts and historical contexts.
Advanced Scholarly Resources
Engage with profound writings that challenge and enrich your knowledge of Masonic philosophy and legacy.
Explore the Masonic Reading Course
Access a curated list of readings tailored for each Masonic degree, designed to deepen your understanding of Masonic principles and heritage.
General Info
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
The Freemasons, by Jasper Ridley
The Way of The Craftsman, by Kirk MacNulty
The Craft, by John Dickie
The Origins of Freemasonry, by Margaret C. Jacobs
Freemasonry for Dummies, by Christopher Hodapp
Complete Idiot’s Guide to Freemasonry, by S. Brent Morris
Entered Apprentice
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Fellow Craft
In-depth works focusing on philosophical teachings and historical context.
Symbolism
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Architecture
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Art and Architecture of Freemasonary, by James Stevens Curl
Freemasonry & the Enlightenment: Architecture, Symbols & Influences, by James Stevens Curl
Passion for Compasses, by Sonja Ulrike Klug
Masonic Temples, by William D. Moore
Cathedrals Built by the Masons, by Russell Herner
Masonic Temples: Freemasonry, Ritual Architecture, and Masculine Archetypes, by William D. Moore
Music
In-depth works focusing on philosophical teachings and historical context.
American Revolution
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Republic of Texas
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Austin History
In-depth works focusing on philosophical teachings and historical context.
Anti Masonry
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Civil War
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Prince Hall Masonry
In-depth works focusing on philosophical teachings and historical context.
Black Freemasonry: From Prince Hall to the Giants of Jazz, by Cécile Révauger
Prince Hall Freemasonry in the Lone Star State, by Robert L. Uzzel
All Men Free and Brethren: Essays on the History of African American Freemasonry, by Peter P. Hinks
Out of the Shadows The Emergence of Prince Hall Freemasonry in America, by Alton G. Roundtree
Famous Masons
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Masonic Presidents
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Texas Masons
In-depth works focusing on philosophical teachings and historical context.
Knights Templar
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
The Temple and the Lodge, by Michael Baigent
The Templars: The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God’s Holy Warriors, by Dan Jones
York Rite
Foundational texts that introduce the core values and symbols of Freemasonry.
Scottish Rite
In-depth works focusing on philosophical teachings and historical context.