Was ancient Egypt's 'village of the artisans' the first operative stone masons' guild? And was their use of 'identity marks' a forerunner of the Masons Marks of the medieval cathedral builders? Read on for some possible answers…
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Grand Masonic Bazaar (1895); to raise funds to clear the debt incurred by “Mother Kilwinning” in rebuilding their Lodge.
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Pure Ancient Masonry; P1. An Entering Apprentice
Part 1. An entering apprentice: Building Better Communities; Semantics aside Pure Antient Masonry consists of four parts. ‘Building the Temple’ is the fundamental Masonic allegory for building better people to build a better world; this must be understood as a seamless whole: why not confer each part in a Lodge opened in four stages? Yes, …
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A visit to the Mother Lodge of Scotland
Let me take you to the heart of Scotland to meet our Brethren of the Mother Lodge of Scotland, a journey into one of Freemasonry's deepest roots. Our guide Carlos Oliveira Santos.
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Sir William Peck: Astronomer, Inventor, Freemason, Occultist
We look at the life of Sir William Peck; - astronomer, Freemason and inventor of the world's first electric car
The Builders – 4: The Secret Doctrine
Chapter 4. The Secret Doctrine - Explore an outstanding classic in Masonic literature - an exposition of the early history and symbolism of Freemasonry – from the foundations upwards.
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‘ONCE in so often,’ King Solomon said, Watching his quarrymen drill the stone…
A Journey in Stone – Extracts of Wisdom p.2
For those who have enjoyed Craig Weightman's thought-provoking and inspiring monthly features, this book collates his collective wisdom and philosophy, taking you on a fascinating 'journey in stone'.
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The Avignon Decree (1326) Papal Bull
The several Papal declarations against Freemasons after the formation of the Grand lodge in England in 1717 are well known. The Avignon Decree (1326), published 400 years prior, is the earliest known document to set out the Catholic Church's intention, that is to set themselves immediately against such awkward enterprises designated under the name of …
Since the December 2021 article appeared in the square, I have witnessed growing interest in the Freemasonry and the Metaverse on social media. Some projects are starting out as Masonic art NFT collections, while others are more clearly see a point in the future where they will be lodges operating in a metaverse.
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We introduce a second selection of five masonic art NFT collections on Opensea
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Hugh O’Neill's regular chippings whilst smoothing the ashlar: - 1) Take care for whom you vouch! 2) Perilous Time 3) On asking for a Certificate of Good Standing and 3) The Wrong Frequency!
Chapter 2 - Preliminary Steps an explanation of the perambulation and advancement to the east by the winding staircase.
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A perfectly articulated story by Claudy reminds us of a lesson from the Second Degree Charge; in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy.
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The Butcher the Baker the Candlestick Maker
Paul Gardner explores the Masonic link between provincial towns’ craftsmen, shop keepers and traders in times past. Many remain in the modern era and are still to be found on the high street.
The ritual of the North East corner is a powerful piece of teaching. Let us examine that piece of ritual more closely; the lesson on charity.
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There is, we fear, too marked a tendency in very many Lodges to hasten through its labours, with a view to entering, as soon as possible, upon the business of refreshment. - The Freemason's Chronicle 17th April, 1875
book intro – Constructive Psychology
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The introduction to Constructive Psychology or The Building Of Character By Personal Effort by J D Buck a masonic author
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Meet The Author – Angel Millar
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This month I am delighted to interview Angel Millar – author of five books on Freemasonry, esotericism, and world spiritual and initiatory traditions. He is also a hypnotist and personal growth mentor with more than two decades of experience in meditation and related mindfulness training techniques, over a decade of experience in the martial arts, and several …
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Tubal Cain Masonic Apron NFTs are a collection of 1,000 unique digital designed Masonic collectable aprons, available as real collectable aprons
Book Review – Freemasonry in London from 1785
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This book is a well-researched study by a competent masonic scholar who has welded links from the changing scenes that arose in an era in which the most important step forward in organised Freemasonry was taken, the masonic Union between the two Grand Lodges in 1813, and from the events that followed. - by Roy A. Wells
Book Review – Becoming a Craftsman
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Becoming a Craftsman -The Masonic Tutor's Handbooks: Volume 3 - The relationship between a Fellowcraft and their Master is how the traditional wisdom of our Craft is passed on. In the fifteenth century, when Freemasonry began, there was no formal education of craftsmen.
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