Vintage American Masonic Holy Bible Celina Lodge No. 241, F. & A. M. A. J. Holman Company – Philadelphia, USA A fascinating vintage American Masonic Holy Bible, specially produced for use within the Freemasonry tradition and associated with Celina Lodge No. 241, F. & A. M. This is not an ordinary religious Bible, but a purpose-made Masonic edition, combining the complete Holy Scriptures with specialized Freemasonry material, symbolic illustrations, lodge presentation pages and extensive references to King Solomon’s Temple and the role of the Bible within Masonry. The front cover is decorated with the traditional Masonic emblem of the Square and Compasses with the letter “G”, together with the gilt inscription: “Celina Lodge No. 241, F. & A. M.” This direct association with a specific Masonic lodge gives the volume additional historical and collecting interest. THE BIBLE The principal title page reads: The Holy Bible – The Great Light in Masonry Master Edition – Temple-Illustrated Published by: A. J. Holman Company Philadelphia Printed in the United States The text contains the Old and New Testaments, based on the traditional King James / Authorized Version. The phrase “The Great Light in Masonry” is particularly significant within Freemasonry, where the Bible traditionally occupies an important symbolic and ceremonial position. MASONIC CONTENT A major feature of this edition is the extensive additional material devoted specifically to Freemasonry. The volume includes the illustrated section: “The Bible and King Solomon’s Temple in Masonry” by John Wesley Kelchner This section discusses subjects such as: the importance of the Bible in Freemasonry; Masonic beliefs and moral teachings; the symbolic meaning of King Solomon’s Temple; the Tabernacle in the Wilderness; Masonic traditions associated with Solomon; the symbolism of light; historical and architectural interpretations of the Temple; Masonic ritual and lodge symbolism. The book contains attractive period illustrations, including detailed and colorful interpretations of King Solomon’s Temple, lodge symbolism and Masonic architectural motifs. SPECIAL LODGE PAGES Another particularly collectible feature is the presence of dedicated Masonic presentation and membership pages. These include sections for: Presented to Brother Initiated Passed Raised as well as spaces for signatures of: Master Senior Warden Junior Warden Secretary The book also contains pages for: Visiting Brethren and Friends Fellow Candidates Signatures Importantly, the photographed presentation fields appear to remain unused / unfilled, which is desirable from a collector’s perspective because the original printed layout has been preserved without later personalization. BINDING The book is bound in genuine leather, clearly marked: “GENUINE LEATHER” The leather cover is dark green with gilt Masonic decoration and gilt lettering. The front cover bears: Celina Lodge No. 241, F. & A. M. together with the classic Square and Compasses emblem. The leather shows significant but attractive period wear consistent with an old volume that has been handled and stored over many decades. The worn edges, corners and spine give the book a strong authentic vintage appearance. PERIOD The copyright page lists: 1924, 1925, 1929, 1930, 1939, 1940 and 1951 by A. J. Holman Company. Because the latest listed copyright date is 1951, this copy was printed no earlier than that date. For cataloguing purposes, it can conservatively be described as a mid-20th-century / post-1951 American Masonic Bible. COLLECTOR’S VALUE This volume has multiple qualities that make it especially attractive to collectors of Freemasonry, historical books and fraternal memorabilia. It combines: authentic American Freemasonry symbolism; association with a specific Masonic Lodge – Celina Lodge No. 241; full Holy Bible text; specialized Masonic educational material; detailed material on King Solomon’s Temple; attractive period color illustrations; dedicated lodge presentation pages; genuine leather binding; gilt Masonic decoration; mid-20th-century American production; strong historical and ceremonial character. Unlike a standard Bible, this edition was created specifically within the cultural and ceremonial world of Freemasonry, making it much more interesting as a historical object. The named lodge attribution further distinguishes this copy from generic Masonic Bibles. It would make an excellent addition to a collection of: Freemasonry • Masonic memorabilia • fraternal history • antique and vintage Bibles • American secret so Shipping: Ships from Ukraine within 3 working days after auction ends. Registered shipping with tracking number (Track & Trace). Estimated delivery time from Ukraine: 15–45 days Ships from Ukraine (non-EU). Please note that customs duties may apply in your country.