Appendix B compiles selected Biblical references relevant to Masonic teachings, utilizing the King James Bible (KJ), Good News Bible (GN), and Apocrypha (AP). The references encompass significant events and figures in the Old Testament, including the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, the construction and significance of the Ark of the Covenant, and the building of Solomon's Temple. Key passages highlight the importance of the Ten Commandments, the role of Hiram Abif in temple construction, and the eventual destruction and restoration of the Temple. These references serve as foundational texts that inform Masonic principles and rituals, emphasizing themes of leadership, morality, and divine covenant. Researchers and practitioners can utilize this compilation to deepen their understanding of the scriptural underpinnings of Masonic tradition and its historical context within the broader narrative of Israelite history.
December 16th, 2025
February 10th, 2026
manual
uncategorized
'KJ' signifies reference to the King James Bible (Old Testament) 'GN', the Good News Bible (Old Testament) 'AP', the Apocrypha.
1
Exodus 12:40 KJ The Sojourn.
2
Exodus 1:7-10 KJ Alarm at the increasing numbers of Israelites.
3
Exodus 7:17-12:30 KJ The ten plagues in Egypt.
4
Exodus 12:37 GN The reported exodus of 600,000 men.
5
Exodus 13:19 KJ Joseph's burial remains are removed.
6
Exodus 14:16 & 27 KJ Moses parts the Red Sea.
7
Exodus 32:15/35:29 GN The two stone Tablets.
8
Baruch 2:28 AP Writing the Ten Commandments.
9
Exodus 25:10-16 KJ The construction of the Ark.
10
I Samuel 4:4-11 KJ The Ark is lost in battle.
11
I Samuel 7:2 GN The Ark is recovered.
12
I Chronicles 21:5-14 GN David's first census.
13
II Samuel 24:18-24 KJ David buys Mount Moriah.
14
I Kings 1:34 & 39 KJ Solomon is anointed King.
15
I Chronicles 28:19 GN Solomon's undertaking to his father David.
16
II Chronicles 9:13-14 GN Solomon's annual income.
17
I Kings 6:37-38 KJ Time taken to build the First Temple.
18
Genesis 50:2-28 KJ The Twelve Tribes of Israel.
19
I Kings 5:8-11 KJ Hiram, King of Tyre, supplies Solomon.
20
I Kings 5:13-16 KJ Adoniram oversees the labour force.
21
I Kings 7:36 KJ Layout of the Temple walls.
22
I Kings 7:13-14 GN Hiram Abif invited to embellish the First Temple.
23
I Kings 7:23-26 KJ Constructing the Molten Sea.
24
I Kings 7:47 KJ The various precious metals used are unrecorded.
25
II Chronicles 7:5 KJ Sacrifice at the dedication
26
II Chronicles 9:1-6 GN Queen of Sheba visits Jerusalem.
27
II Chronicles 10:12 GN Solomon's Kingdom divided.
28
II Chronicles 12:2-9 KJ Ramesses II loots the Temple.
29
II Maccabees 2:4-7 AP Jeremiah hides the Ark.
30
II Kings 25:8-17 KJ First Temple is destroyed.
31
Jeremiah 52:31-34 GN Jehoiachin is released.
32
Ezra 1:1-3 GN The exiled Jews are freed to return to Jerusalem.
33
Ezra 6:5 KJ The First Temple's treasures restored.
34
Ezra 6:15 GN The Second Temple is dedicated.
35
Baruch 2:34-35 AP God pledges Israel to the Jews.