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Review Of Literature, &C.
dissatisfy the popular world , and prevent the enlightenment of the initiated . Hoivever , to our task . The Alasonic Trestle Board is precisely such a work as ive should like to see emanate from our own Grand Lodge , ancl of how much greater advantage would the consideration of such subjects be than having our time absorbed in the useless arrangements which at present often render it impossible to bring forward a motion that has utility for its object .
An Oration on Masonry , liy the Rev . II . S . Templer , S . C . L ., Cheen , Barnstaple . This Oration was delivered at tire consecration of the Lodge of Benevolence , 719 , Bideford , on the 25 th of April last , printed by request of the Earl Fortescue , P . G . M . Devon , and published by order of the P . G . Lodge . If we view this address as merely the result of a conviction in the mind of the reverend orator of the poiver of Freemasonry
over the heart , it would be sufficient proof of its value ; but in conception of thought it is an inspiration—in language , a combination of those beauties which create a powerful interest , and make a lasting impression . The time and circumstance that ori ginated the address are aptly noticed ; the principles of Masonry , " Light , Charity , ancl Morality , " are traced by the hand of a master-spirit , ancl , in quoting a thrilling passage from the work of a great moral masterDr . Chalmersof whose connexion
, , with our Order the author was unaware when he delivered the address ; he observes of that excellent man ( in a note)— "Plence we may easily divine from whence he derived the colouring of the beautiful picture quoted above . " M ^ e recommend the Oration of Bro . Tem pler to the consideration of the Craft , who can appreciate its merits , and still more especially to the Bishop of Exeter , and some few ivhose conversion from prejudice would not be uninteresting to the popular world .
Constitutions of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts . Boston , U . S . Our Trans-Atlantic friends are active . This revised Code of Laws shows evidently that a strict examination has produced considerable advantages . This book is somewhat similar to our own Constitutions , without its defects . The report or preface is particularly worthy of perusal .
Masonic Melodies ; adapted to the Ceremonies and Festivals of the Fraternity . By Thomas Power . Boston , U . S .: Oliver Ditson , 1844 . The preface to this little volume is characteristic of Masonry , and explanatory of its title ; the Author observes— "No apology is asked for its deficiencies , no forbearance is asked for its errors . It is written for the Brethren of the Masonic Institution ; ancl from them every indulgence will be extended . From its enemies no favours are asked or
expected . " As a repertory of Masonic Lyrics , it is incomparably beyond any previous competitor , ancl embraces every point it professes to treat of , and may be referred to by every Lodge , Chapter , ancl Encampment . We consider ourselves fortunate in having a copy , and would advise any Brother desirous of these Melodies to enquire of Brother Spencer , the Masonic Librarian , London , as to the readiest mode of obtaining one for himself . V ' OI ,. II . n K
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Review Of Literature, &C.
dissatisfy the popular world , and prevent the enlightenment of the initiated . Hoivever , to our task . The Alasonic Trestle Board is precisely such a work as ive should like to see emanate from our own Grand Lodge , ancl of how much greater advantage would the consideration of such subjects be than having our time absorbed in the useless arrangements which at present often render it impossible to bring forward a motion that has utility for its object .
An Oration on Masonry , liy the Rev . II . S . Templer , S . C . L ., Cheen , Barnstaple . This Oration was delivered at tire consecration of the Lodge of Benevolence , 719 , Bideford , on the 25 th of April last , printed by request of the Earl Fortescue , P . G . M . Devon , and published by order of the P . G . Lodge . If we view this address as merely the result of a conviction in the mind of the reverend orator of the poiver of Freemasonry
over the heart , it would be sufficient proof of its value ; but in conception of thought it is an inspiration—in language , a combination of those beauties which create a powerful interest , and make a lasting impression . The time and circumstance that ori ginated the address are aptly noticed ; the principles of Masonry , " Light , Charity , ancl Morality , " are traced by the hand of a master-spirit , ancl , in quoting a thrilling passage from the work of a great moral masterDr . Chalmersof whose connexion
, , with our Order the author was unaware when he delivered the address ; he observes of that excellent man ( in a note)— "Plence we may easily divine from whence he derived the colouring of the beautiful picture quoted above . " M ^ e recommend the Oration of Bro . Tem pler to the consideration of the Craft , who can appreciate its merits , and still more especially to the Bishop of Exeter , and some few ivhose conversion from prejudice would not be uninteresting to the popular world .
Constitutions of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts . Boston , U . S . Our Trans-Atlantic friends are active . This revised Code of Laws shows evidently that a strict examination has produced considerable advantages . This book is somewhat similar to our own Constitutions , without its defects . The report or preface is particularly worthy of perusal .
Masonic Melodies ; adapted to the Ceremonies and Festivals of the Fraternity . By Thomas Power . Boston , U . S .: Oliver Ditson , 1844 . The preface to this little volume is characteristic of Masonry , and explanatory of its title ; the Author observes— "No apology is asked for its deficiencies , no forbearance is asked for its errors . It is written for the Brethren of the Masonic Institution ; ancl from them every indulgence will be extended . From its enemies no favours are asked or
expected . " As a repertory of Masonic Lyrics , it is incomparably beyond any previous competitor , ancl embraces every point it professes to treat of , and may be referred to by every Lodge , Chapter , ancl Encampment . We consider ourselves fortunate in having a copy , and would advise any Brother desirous of these Melodies to enquire of Brother Spencer , the Masonic Librarian , London , as to the readiest mode of obtaining one for himself . V ' OI ,. II . n K