Lewis Masonic

23/10/2025

A Short History of the Lodge of Antiquity, No2 (R.W. Bro Julian Jeffs, QC, P.J.G.W)

The Lodge of Antiquity stands as one of the oldest and most storied Masonic lodges, its origins intertwined with the very beginnings of Freemasonry itself. Being one of the four lodges that formed the Grand Lodge of England. It was originally numbered 1 but then 2 when the two rival Grand Lodges reunited to form the United Grand Lodge of England.

Its list of past masters reads as a who’s who or early English Freemasonry with names like Sir Christopher Wren and William Preston clear to see.

This concise volume offers readers a glimpse into the Lodge’s remarkable past, providing new members and curious readers with an accessible introduction to its legacy. While not intended as a comprehensive or scholarly history-a task that would require years of research and span multiple volumes-this book serves as a starting point for those wishing to learn about the Lodge of Antiquity’s unique background. It focuses solely on the story of this distinguished lodge and does not attempt to cover the broader history of Freemasonry as a whole. The hope remains that, in time, a full and detailed account will be written to do justice to its enduring significance.

52 Pages

Hard Back

Gold Embossed

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/history/lodge-provincial-histories/a-short-history-of-the-lodge-of-antiquity-no-2-.htm?opt=8006

08/10/2025

The Knights Templar -

By Paul Ivison

A fascinating, succinct, easy to read pocket book

In 1118, nineteen years after the fall of Jerusalem to Christian hands, nine Knights arrived at the court of King Baudoin II (Commonly referred to as Baldwin), ruler of the new kingdom. These Knights were led by one Hugues de Payens a member of the lower nobility of Champagne. The Knights stated that their mission was to protect the Pilgrims en route to the Holy Places of Jesus, and they had taken vows of Poverty, Chastity and Obedience to the teachings of Christ.'

This is a comprehensive pocket book covering the origins, structure, appearance, clothing, territory, emblems and even the lifestyle of the Knights Templar. It includes many illustrations, a complete list of the Grand Masters or the order, charts of chronology of key events and even a set of check lists that were used by the Templars themselves.

Pocket Paperback

112 Printed Pages

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/general/the-knights-templar.htm?opt=3171

24/09/2025

Good News for Overseas Delivery to the USA

For our brothers over the pond, please be reassured that, undeterred by the new tariffs, we are still offering a star-spangled delivery service!

Orders containing only books will be sent automatically, as there is no additional tariff charge.

For orders that include gift items or regalia, where a tariff charge applies, this will be calculated and sent to you separately, either by the courier or us to be paid before shipping.

www.lewismasonic.co.uk

05/09/2025

Announcing Our First Masonic Audio Book

For the first time ever, Lewis Masonic has published an audiobook, but what title did we choose to kick things off?

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/blog/announcing-our-first-masonic-audio-book.htm

01/09/2025

A really interesting review of The Life and Death of John Yarker has appeared in Quest Magazine

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/history/the-life-and-death-of-john-yarker.htm

29/08/2025

Before a new Master of a lodge is installed, he gives assent to the points from the ancient charges. In this article, we learn about one of the sources of these.

The Regius Poem in modern English. Observations by its translator, poet and brother, Harry G. de Vries

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/blog/the-regius-poem-in-modern-english-observations-by-its-translator-poet-and-brother-harry-g-de-vries.htm

28/08/2025

Congratulations to all Metropolitan Masons who have received a letter offering them London Rank, London Grand Rank and Senior Grand Rank!

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/emporium/london-regalia/

21/08/2025

Is this about the right time to tell you about the wide range of gloves in the Masonic Emporium?

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/emporium/gloves/

11/08/2025

Did you know that London Masons have their own official T-shirts?

https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/offical-metropolitan-grand-lodge/

06/08/2025

Long Livers (1722)

05/08/2025

28/07/2025

Thank you Travis Trinca for taking the time to visit during your stay in London. Some great conversations regarding early Freemasonry and the beginnings of other orders.

Signed copies now available from The Shop Freemasons' Hall ✍️

https://shopatfmh.com/products/the-temple-and-the-vault