Prominent masonic scholars discuss the meaning and symbolism behind the three Blue Lodge degrees of Freemasonry, which every mason will encounter, during his initiatic journey. Presented here are the essays: Studies in Blue Lodge Symbolism by H. L. Haywood, Symbolism of the First Degree by Asahel W. Gage, The Wages of an Entered Apprentice by William Harvey, Discourse on the Fellowcraft Degree by Arthur Edward Waite, The Legend of the Winding Stairs by Albert G. Mackey, The Third Degree: Its Ornaments and Emblems by William Harvey and Soliloquy For a Master Mason.

Two masonic authors examine quotations from a number of William Shakespeare's plays, in which the Bard appears to leave clues familiar to members of a certain fraternity.

Prominent masonic scholars explore the history, myth and symbolism behind Freemasonry's greatest edifice, the Temple of Solomon the King. Included here are: The Symbolism of Solomon's Temple, Solomon's Temple, The Middle Chamber of Solomon's Temple, Esoteric Symbolism of King Solomon's Temple, A Short Explanation of the Seal of Solomon and King Solomon's Temple and the Story of the Third Degree.

A collection of seven essays exploring the symbolism behind two of freemasonry's most prominent symbols. Included here are: The Apron, The Masonic Apron, The Rite of Investiture, The Apron, Symbolism in the Apron, The Altar of Freemasonry and The Altar.

Two masonic writers offer inspiration to their brethren in the form of sermons. Included here are: A Masonic Sermon, A Sermon About the Perception of Truth, A Sermon on Humility, A Sermon on Obligations, A Sermon on Building Character, A Sermon on Honor, A Sermon on Acting Squarely, A Sermon on Forgiveness, True Spirit of the Craft and A Sermon on Tolerance.

Masonic scholar Albert G. Mackey outlines the biography of our most notable American president, George Washington. This was originally a lecture given by him, in South Carolina. Additionally, presented here is the masonic testimony of George Washington. Also included is supplementary material relating to the masonic biographies of other U.S. presidents.