Freemasonry and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have an interesting history, albeit relatively brief. Nauvoo, IL, where the Church was headquartered from 1839 until 1846, eventually got its own lodge under the jurisdiction of the new Grand Lodge AF&AM of Illinois, which led to contention within the grand lodge. After the Saints’ … Read more

For almost three hundred years, there have been opinion-pieces, “exposés,” and propaganda regarding Freemasonry. I have always wondered why anyone should lend more credence to these than to the very sources of Freemasonry themselves. The same principles apply to any other entity, whether it be government, a commercial business, a church, or some other non-profit … Read more

A short two hundred years ago, most entertained themselves with social gatherings, games, and (if one was wealthy enough) books and theatre. Today, we live in a world of instant gratification. Whatever you want to do, there is likely a website or a mobile app for it. With credit cards, we make instant purchases and … Read more

As one advances through the degrees of Freemasonry, one must typically prove his proficiency in one degree before being allowed to move on to the next. However, this is not always the case. Some grand lodge jurisdictions will hold what is called a Grand Master’s Class, which is the experience of going through multiple degree … Read more

Gossip about Freemasonry abounds, leading many people to have misconceptions about who we are and what we do. Sometimes, this can lead a person to try to join Freemasonry with the wrong intentions. What are some wrong reasons to become a Freemason? Mercenary Motives When one petitions to become a Freemason under the jurisdiction of … Read more

You are a Master Mason. At the very least, you have turned in your proficiency and you are up to date on your dues; you are a full member of the Fraternity, with all the rights and privileges thereof. So what do you do now? Lodge Ritual The majority (if not all) of your lodge’s … Read more

Those who consider becoming Freemasons should consider the sacrifices that are involved in being an active member of a lodge. To be a Freemason is a commitment in and of itself. There are also conspiracy theorists who often try to pass off macabre fiction to make Freemasonry look sinister. The Sacrifice of Time I have … Read more

When someone petitions to join a Masonic lodge, an investigation takes place. This applies both to people who want to become Masons as well as people who already became Masons elsewhere. So, what is a Masonic investigation? Having been the chairman of my lodge’s investigation committee for the past two years, here is the process … Read more

The number of Masons in the United States today is far less than it was fifty, twenty, or even ten years ago. Both my lodge and grand lodge currently face the question of how to increase our membership; given what I have read in various Masonic groups on social media, I can only assume that … Read more

Some ask the question about whether members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) can become Freemasons. Having firsthand knowledge and experience both as a Latter-day Saint and as a Freemason, I feel uniquely qualified to answer this question. So, can Latter-day Saints become Masons? The Church The Church does not have … Read more

Freemasons often refer to each other as “a Brother”. Needless to say, Freemasonry is like one international family, and given how Freemasonry’s main purpose is to “make good men better“; One thing you will learn about as a Freemason is how to become a better man both inside and outside the Lodge. Today, we’re taking … Read more

Understandably, one of our most-read guides on the website is how to become a Freemason. For all those interested in becoming a Freemason one day, today we want to take it a step further and share with you 10 requirements you need to “check” before you ASK12BE1. If you’re interested in joining the world’s oldest … Read more

Throughout its centuries-long history, Freemasonry has attracted many of the world’s best leaders, Monarchs, Presidents, scientists, entertainers (and others) to its ranks. This is due to a wide variety of different reasons and benefits of becoming a Freemason, and it’s no secret there are many “influential people” today who also happen to be Freemasons. While … Read more

One of the main aspects of Freemasonry not many know about is the Charity work done by Freemasons and Masonic Lodges around the world. We’ve talked already about Masonic benevolence in the past but today, I want to share with you a short-list of Masonic charities, these are: The Red Cross Red Cross is one of … Read more

A few weeks ago, we shared an in-depth guide on how to start your process of becoming a Freemason. For some, however, the journey to Light begins earlier in life, mostly through various Masonic youth groups. While there are many different Masonic Youth Groups (you can see the entire list on Wikipedia), in this article … Read more

With hundreds of years of Masonic history documented and recorded by Brethren long gone (and sadly forgotten), your average Masonic reader is spoilt for choice when it comes to Masonic literature. In this article, I will be sharing with you 17 must-read books for Freemasons which have been suggested by Masons who were asked this … Read more

We don’t claim to have/know all the answers, but we try our best to answer any and all questions that come our way regarding Freemasonry. For what we don’t know, we usually refer to other reputable online sources, and it’s with great pleasure to share with you these 6 exceptional Masonic websites (and podcasts), which … Read more

Astrology refers to the study of celestial bodies, their movement, and positions, to determine the influence they have on human beings and the world. Astrological interpretations have always varied from one country to another and in different cultures. For example, the Islamic understanding of a full moon is different from Christians. This explains why their … Read more

Looking to learn more about how Freemasonry works in different cultures and regions across the world? We’ve recently been taking a closer look at the past, present, and future of Freemasonry around the world and in different cultures. In this article, we will be covering the history of Freemasonry in Hindu countries, specifically looking at … Read more