Other Resources

The items listed below are not published by The Grand Lodge of Mississippi, but are referenced here because their values and messages hold true to the principles of Freemasonry.

Ethics

Ethics, An Early American Handbook, is a 1890 reprint, and the values in this book still ring true today. Written for the classroom instruction of youth, the principles are still valid to anyone of any age. The book is capable to be used in every situation, whether you are using this book for self-study, group-study, in a homeschool environment, or at a traditional school.

Brethren from around the State of Mississippi helping to sell the book locally, so be sure to check your local lodge. Others are even investing in this book to provide it free-of-cost to children, homeschoolers, and schools, as a valuable textbook in their study on the values of Ethics.

The book includes the following 21 Timeless Lessons, chapters on the topics related to their title. Each includes a story that provides examples related to the topic of the chapter, and discussion questions for the group to use to ensure that each topic was fully understood:

  1. Truth
  2. Obedience
  3. Industry
  4. Honesty
  5. Fidelity
  6. Justice
  7. Politeness
  8. Duties at School
  9. Duties to Playmates
  10. Benevolence
  11. Duties to Dumb Creatures
  12. Treatment of Enemies
  13. Profanity
  14. Concience
  15. Conscientiousness
  16. Duty to Parents
  17. Forgiveness
  18. Gratitude
  19. Purity
  20. Repentance
  21. Duty to God

If you wish to purchase a copy, you can easily do so through the publishers website, WallBuilders, LLC. Further, steep discounts are available if you wish to purchase the books by the case – just contact the publisher for details. The Grand Lodge of Mississippi, F. & A. M. receives no compensation from the author, publisher, retailer, or any other outlet for your purchase of this book. It is strictly an educational pursuit.