From time to time, members of Inner Quest Lodge present papers of Masonic Research and Education on various topics.

These documents are individually copyrighted and remain the intellectual property of their respective authors. Permission is granted for non-commercial use for the purpose of Masonic Education and individual enlightenment.

• National Treasure  A look at the Masonic symbolism in the movie.

As Above So Below  A Masonic and spiritualistic analysis of magic and mysticism.

Judaism and Freemasonry  A look into the precepts of both Ancient Arts, and they fit together.

Rhetoric and Masonic Oligarchy  Thoughts on the 7th Liberal Art — Rhetoric.

What came you here to do?  A slightly non-traditional approach to opening a Lodge on the E.·.A.·. Degree.

• Giving the 3rd Degree  One explanation for the origin of this phrase, and a meaning that  might surprise you!

• A Letter to my Friend  Have you ever had a well-meaning friend tell you all about the "evils of Freemasonry" in an attempt to save you from it?

• Masonic Conspiracies  A collection of goofy conspiracy theories, and a new one that takes it to its illogical extreme. Satire, silliness, and just for fun.

• The Rods  A technical comparison of the Deacon's and Steward's rods, their origins, and how they are used in various jurisdictions.

• A Sprig of Acacia  A technical look into Acacia wood, where found and how it was used.