Originally published in 1857, The Masonic Trestle-Board is a guide to the rituals and practices of Freemasonry, adapted specifically to the American system of work and lectures. Authored by Charles Whitlock Moore and S.W.R. Carnegie, the book is a comprehensive resource for Masons of all levels, providing detailed instructions for the various degrees of Masonic initiation, as well as historical and philosophical background on the organization. This edition includes revisions and updates made to the Masonic system in the early 20th century. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.