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The Masonic apron stands out in the tapestry of Freemasonry for its profound historical roots and emblematic significance. This article delves into the apron’s origins, evolution, and multifaceted symbolism, tracing its journey from a practical garment to a cherished badge of honor among Freemasons. Why Do Masons Wear Aprons? The practice of wearing aprons among … Read more
In the world of Freemasonry, symbolism is a language that communicates profound messages and teachings. Among the many symbols that hold significant meaning, the bee stands as a unique and intriguing emblem. So what does the bee symbolize in Freemasonry? The bee is a symbol of industry and hard work. It represents the idea that … Read more
Freemasonry is an ancient and secretive organization that has existed for centuries. It is based on the principles of brotherhood, charity, and truth, and its members seek to improve themselves and their communities through the practice of virtue and the pursuit of knowledge. One of the central tenets of Freemasonry is the use of symbols … Read more
A while back, I contributed a piece explaining Masonic Heirloom Editions of The Holy Bible. As noted in another article, a Volume of Sacred Law (“VSL”; e.g., The Holy Bible, the Torah, the Koran, The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ, Doctrine and Covenants, the Bhagavad Gita, etc.) is always present when a … 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
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
I have sometimes heard some wonder aloud if they could wear Masonic symbols without being Masons. I also somewhat had the thought before I became a Mason. Masonic Culture Of course, each symbol or emblem in Masonry does have a certain significance for Masons. The symbols that Masons wear on their rings (or their baseball … 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
When given tours in many Masonic Lodges around the world, some people will notice the Mosaic Pavement (or Masonic checkered floor tile) and wonder what it means. In many such Lodges, it will be found in the very center of the floor of the Lodge room. The History of the Mosaic Pavement In his Encyclopædia … Read more
Every organization is structured in one way or another. Freemasonry is no different. Each grand lodge has codified how it and its subordinate lodges operate and what the duties of the officers thereof are. In this article, I will focus on the lodge itself and answer, what do the officers of a Masonic Lodge do? … Read more
As Samuel Hemming, the first Senior Grand Warden of the United Grand Lodge of England once put it; Freemasonry is a system of morality, veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols. Today, we’re taking a closer look at the most recognized masonic symbols (32, to be exact) and give you an explanation of what they … Read more
What are the Masonic Working tools? Why are they called as such – and What are the Working Tools of a Master Mason? In this article, we’ll try to answer all of the above questions (and more) while reminding cautious not to give anything away. This will just be a brief introduction and some things … Read more
Often referred to wrongly as “the square and compass“, the Square & Compasses are probably one of the oldest, yet-still recognizable symbols in the world and they have inspired mystery, confusion, and plenty of conspiracy theories. Today, we’re going to take a closer look at what these symbols are, what they mean, the origins of … Read more
Perhaps no other piece of masonic regalia has achieved the type of fame associated with masonic rings. Indeed, for some Masons, their masonic ring is even more precious than their wedding ring and this fact often irritates and sometimes baffles others who are not aware of the masonic way of doing things. In this article, … Read more
A fraternity illustrated by symbols, Freemasonry has countless different symbols to put its message across to its members and to remind them of the teachings of the fraternity. One that is often misunderstood and which has, over the centuries, been debated over and over again is the letter G, which appears in the most widely … Read more