The General Ahiman Rezon

Daniel Sickels an American Freemason wrote his version of The General Ahiman Rezon in the mid-19th century. This book was intended to be a guide for Masonic lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of New York. It provides information on Masonic rituals symbolism rules regulations and practices. The title Ahiman Rezon itself is of biblical origin coming from the Old Testament book of Nehemiah. It is Hebrew for brothers helper or right-hand man. In the context of Freemasonry it symbolizes the teachings and regulations that guide Masonic conduct and practice. Since Freemasonry is a decentralized organization with various Grand Lodges and jurisdictions around the world there are many different versions of Ahiman Rezon tailored to specific Masonic jurisdictions. Each version may have variations in rituals rules and customs while still adhering to the foundational principles of Freemasonry.