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Freemasonry is shrouded in mystery and secrecy, which has led to many misconceptions about what Freemasons do and their role in society. However, one thing is clear: Freemasons are dedicated to making a positive impact on their communities through charitable work and community service. Freemasons believe in the importance of helping others and making the … Read more
There are many movies whose stories are based on the lives of historical figures, but it is somewhat rare for such movies to be so inspired by the lives of Masons. Oliver Loving was one such Mason. Who was Oliver Loving? He was an American rancher, cattle driver, cowboy, movie inspiration, and a Freemason. Lonesome … Read more
Here in the USA, we Freemasons are typically proud of our American forefathers, especially those who were members of the Craft. However, as with everything else, there are exceptions, one of whom is Benedict Arnold. Who was Benedict Arnold? A General of the United States Continental Army, under the command of General George Washington; he … Read more
Of all the countries where regular Masonry is practiced, almost all of them have one regular Grand Lodge each. There are a few countries, however, that are exceptions to this rule. The United States of America has about ninety (almost two per state), plus the Grand Lodge of Iran in Exile. Canada has eleven, almost … Read more
The Thule Society was a secret society active in Germany in the early 20th century. It is believed to have been founded in Munich in 1918 by Rudolf von Sebottendorff, and it was named after the mythical land of Thule, which some ancient philosophers believed to be the most distant and inaccessible place on Earth. … Read more
The Rosetta Stone is not a Masonic artifact. It is a granite stone with inscriptions in three different scripts (Egyptian hieroglyphics, Demotic, and Ancient Greek) that was discovered in 1799 by French soldiers in the Egyptian city of Rashid (also known as Rosetta). It was later used as the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics, which … Read more
As you may surmise from previous articles I have contributed to MasonicFind, I very much enjoy the history between The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Freemasonry. Since the time that I became a Mason in 2016, this has become one of my favorite areas of study. A lot of rumors surround this … Read more
Most (if not all) Masonic Lodges in the United States are dedicated to Saint John the Baptist and to Saint John the Evangelist. This can be perplexing to some, including to Masons from other countries whose Lodges are not dedicated to these Christian Saints. It leads many to wonder: English Freemasonry The Grand Lodge of … Read more
Freemasonry has inspired various non-affiliated groups and fraternities, including the Benevolent Order of the Elk, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, etc. However, few have heard of Der Mops-Orden, translated to English as the Order of the Pug. Origin It is believed that the Order of the Pug was established in 1738 (the same year that … Read more
Freemasonry is an old and respected organization. It has been around for centuries and continues to thrive today. The fraternity encourages people to come together in order to help themselves and others with moral or charitable acts. However, there are many people who believe that Freemasons are a group of devil worshippers with dark secrets … Read more
The history of Freemasonry in Italy is an interesting one. It has been heavily influenced by the country’s rich culture and heritage. According to Wikipedia, there are over 800 Lodges spread across Italy, each with its own unique story to tell. The History of Freemasonry In Italy The history of Freemasonry in Italy can be … Read more
Stonemasons (also known as operative masons) have been around for a long time. They were the ones who actually built many of the stone structures of ancient civilizations including Stonehenge, the Pyramids, King Solomon’s Temple, and many other grand historical buildings we admire today. Freemasons on the other hand (also known as speculative masons) are … Read more
The list of places to visit in New York is endless, and if you’re a Mason, there’s no better place to be! In this article, we’ll take a look at seven incredible Masonic spots to visit in New York State. From Manhattan to Buffalo, these are some of the most sacred spots for Freemasons across … Read more
Freemasons may be considered a secret society, but perhaps one of the most intriguing questions for Freemasons is the relationship between Freemasonry and mathematics. So what is this connection? This article explores these questions by looking at various examples in history where Freemasonry has been intertwined with mathematics. The History of Mathematics In Freemasonry The … Read more
George Washington is one of the most well-known figures in American history. He served as commander and leader of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, and he presided over his country’s Constitutional Convention and became America’s first President. However, there is one other thing that George Washington has in common with many figures of … Read more
Revolution seems to have followed Freemasonry in a few instances throughout history. A sizeable minority of the American Founding Fathers were Freemasons; the same applies to a small number of the revolutionaries in France. It should come as no surprise, then, to learn that some of the revolutionaries in South America were also Freemasons. As … Read more
As has been noted before, Freemasons are a minority in just about every demographic. There have, however, been a few among the Kings of the world. In this article, we focus on a few of the royal Kings from around the world who were also known Freemasons. Great Britain and Ireland George IV, King of … Read more
Aspects of Greek History and Greek Mythology are intertwined in the fabric and belief system of Freemasonry. I have been a Freemason for 15 years and am constantly amazed by the associations that this organization has with ancient civilizations and their beliefs. Greek and Egyptian influences and those from England, Scotland, Ireland, and mainland Europe … Read more
San Francisco once had its own celebrity who happened also to be a Mason: his name was Joshua Abraham Norton. Origin Norton was born on 4 February 1818 into a Jewish family in England. His parents came from wealthy families; his father was a successful farmer and merchant, while his mother came from a highly … Read more
Michael Carbis, although a historical figure, is not widely known in history. Early Life Born to Michael Carbis and Mary Ann Solomon in Kenwyn, Cornwall, England in 1831, Carbis was the fourth of eleven children. He was christened on 3 April 1831 in Chacewater, Cornwall, England. When he was 16 years old, they were living … Read more
Various groups throughout the world oppose Freemasonry. These are mostly composed of some governments and some religions. Why do they oppose Freemasonry? William Morgan and Léo Taxil We have briefly discussed Morgan and Taxil elsewhere on MasonicFind. Here are brief summaries for each: Roman Catholic Church As mentioned in the above-linked article, the Roman Catholic … Read more
When thinking about heroes of the American Revolution, the name Joseph Warren is not typically the first to come to mind. However, Warren may be a contender against Samuel Adams for the title “Father of the American Revolution.” General Life Events Warren was born on 11 June 1741 in Roxbury, Massachusetts (which at that time … Read more
Many people I have talked with say that the idea that the origin of Freemasonry could be Chinese is an outrageous idea. However, I have researched this quintessentially British institution and found that even in Victorian times, several historians, and diplomats who were based in China, also thought that Freemasonry had a Chinese origin. Two … Read more
Traditional societies have considered that the imitation of exemplary models was the best way to endow human activity with a transcendent meaning. In this way, all human behavior had to find an exemplary model previously established by the Divine or by supernatural beings (gods, angels, saints, heroes). Any foundational act, from the enthronement of a … Read more
St. Paul, Nebraska, is a small town about 20 miles north of Grand Island. The town has its own lodge, St Paul No. 82; the town also has an incredibly famous alumnus, Grover Cleveland Alexander. Youth Alexander was born on 26 February 1887 in Elba, Nebraska. Marriage and Military Draft Just after being traded from … Read more
Benjamin Franklin is one of the more celebrated Founding Fathers of the United States of America. Among other things, he is famous for having discovered electricity, for inventing bifocal glasses, and for assisting in convincing Congress to vote for American Independency. Benjamin’s Franklin Youth Franklin was born in Boston, Massachusetts on 17 January 1706 to … Read more
One of the conspiracy theorists’ favorite whipping boys relative to Masonry is Albert Pike, a well-respected author and famous Mason. Youth Pike was born on 29 December 1809 in Boston, Massachusetts. He was raised as a Christian and attended an Episcopal church. Freemasonry Pike was initiated an Entered Apprentice and passed to the degree of … Read more
There are two extremely common ideas that many (if not most) non-Masons hold about Freemasonry: that Freemasonry is a political force, and/or that Freemasonry is a religion. The Nature of Masonry The purpose of Freemasonry is to make good men better; not for one to be better than others, but rather for one to be … Read more
One category of the secrets that we as Freemasons are obligated to keep are our modes of recognition. These were traditionally used to verify whether a stranger from another land was a Mason or not. So what are these modes of recognition for Freemasons? Without revealing them, I will explain the nature of these and … Read more
As in many subjects, Freemasonry has its fair share of popular authors. One such author is Manly P Hall. Early Life and Publications Hall was born on 18 March 1901 in Peterborough, Ontario. Like many esoteric authors, Hall’s works seem to have been based on a deep research of ancient traditions and attempts to apply … Read more