Builders: A Story and Study of Freemasonry [Hardcover]

Joseph Fort Newton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1995 | ISBN-10: 0880530456 | ISBN-13: 978-0880530453 | Edition: 10

An outstanding classic in Masonic literature offering the early history of Freemasonry and an exposition of the faith of Masonry.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 345 pages
• Publisher: Macoy Pub & Masonic Supply Co; 10 edition (October 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0880530456
• ISBN-13: 978-0880530453
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,889,509 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A thoughtful reflection on the World's best known Fraternity, October 30, 2003

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Gerald B. Gibbons "templar2b1ask1" (Dowling, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Builders: A Story and Study of Freemasonry (Hardcover)

Take your time in reading this author's words - they are written with great care and from a very wise man of the mid 20th century.

Having laid down his working tools on 01/25/1950, Brother Newton writes, "Man was not meant to be a cringing being, eaten up by anxiety, shut up a prisoner in silent loneliness, living in blind cruelty. He was meant for great adventures, if he has the insight to see the laws of life and the key of kindness to unlock the doors; and in his quest for the best in others he will discover something in himself not guessed before. For each of us, though we may not be clever or commanding, but only average and unknown, life can be winged and wonderful, full of meaning and music, if we have the faith to trust the God who made us, and the wisdom to live, love, and learn."

Go on and read this small book from cover to cover and if your life's search leads you to the outer door of a Masonic structure have the courage to knock and begin your journey toward enlightenment and wisdom!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Moral Dogma and Masonry, July 29, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Builders: A Story and Study of Freemasonry (Hardcover)

A slow read about moral dogma and Masonry. Mr. Newton, an ordained Minister, attempts to explain the moral teachings behind Masonry. Accurate in most of his explanations, but a bit dry. Does a good job of showing Masonry as a support of morality and benevolance in society. Correct in information, dry in presentation. But at least it is correct, unlike most Masonic books. A must read for the Masonic collector.