Mason’s Marks – from Egypt to Europe?
Mason's marks have long been a source of intrigue, not only to Freemasons but to historians and archaeologists. The use of simple pictograms or symbols have been employed for millennia by artisans across the globe to identify their work. But where did they originate and why?
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Masonic Miscellanies – what are the ‘three dots’?
Three dots or points in an upright triangular shape ∴ is most commonly known as the 'therefore' sign – so why is it used in Freemasonry?
8 Schools of Freemasonry – Philosophy P2
Following on from Part 1 of The Eight Schools of Freemasonry which discussed William Preston's School of Masonic Education, we explore the Philosophical School of Karl Christian Friedrich Krause.
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In connection with recent article about Freemasonry in the metaverse, we look at how an Egregore applies to Freemasonry in a digital world
Due or Ample Form? What is ‘Ample’ form, when in lodges the term ‘Due’ form is used? Paul Gardner explains all.
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George Blackie – The History of the Knights Templar P.1
First part in the serialisation of George Blackie's History of the Knights Templar and the Sublime Teachings of the Order – by Kenneth Jack
The Builders – 8 Accepted Masons
Chapter 8. Accepted Masons - an examination into the history of accepted masons, and why did soldiers, scholars, antiquarians, clergymen, lawyers, and even the nobility ask to be accepted as members of the order of Free-masons? By Joseph Fort Newton
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The Confederación Masónica Interamericana (CMI) was founded in 1947, is a non-profit organization that groups together 92 Great Masonic Powers, admitted as members and distributed in 26 countries in South, Central, North, Caribbean and Europe.
A Journey in Stone – Extracts of Wisdom p.5
More extracts of wisdom from Craig Weightman's book 'A Journey in Stone' – this month, we explore the Working Tools of the Second Degree.
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The Edinburgh Register House Manuscript (1696)
At the time the manuscript was written in Edinburgh, Scotland was the home to various lodges, including those of the operative Masons of Edinburgh, it provides an interesting Masonic Catechism with questions and answers, a genuine ritual of admission.
To be a Better Citizen of the World; Step 3
A value proposition for Pure Ancient Masonry as defined in terms of Citizenship; the allegories, symbolism and lessons are a blueprint for all Freemasons to be a better citizen of the world.
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Hugh O’Neill's regular chippings whilst smoothing the ashlar: - 1) Track and Trace - nailed it! 2) Trouble at t’mill 3) The ‘Official’ Visit and 4) Whence the penalty?
Chapter 6 - Closing Second Degree Ceremony; a brief explanation of the teaching of the second degree as contained in the symbols in the closing part of the ceremony by J.S.M Ward
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Old Tiler Talks – The Ideal Mason
"What's your ideal of Freemasonry?" asked the Younger Mason - A short anecdotal story told in the setting of a new member asking an old tiler for his opinion on various masonic topics by Carl Claudy
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Wayne's articles are written to appeal to newer members into the lodge. - Freemasonry is a marathon not a sprint – make your years within the Craft truly count.
Commentary on the Second Degree Charge
In the second degree we learn about being an educated man. Skilful, not only in the Craft itself but also how to communicate and manage others. This Commentary looks at the second degree charge in detail.
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Is there reason in the accusation that Masonic energy looks only to a course of good feeds, and the more the jollier, when we can point to such grand results as have been achieved in these latter years, both in respect of the extension of our Order, and of the greater amount of good we …
Digital Freemasonry NFT Marketplace
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Digitalfreemasonry.com has launched the Official Digital Freemasonry NFT Marketplace. Digital Freemasonry is not an organization, it is a new form of Freemasonry, transformed from Speculative Freemasons – which evolved from Operative guilds.
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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
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The vision is to satirize the many existing myths and preconceptions about Freemasonry by building a united community around an engaging story with multiple benefits. Aether Lodge (AL) consists of 9990 Masonic-themed NFTs divided into multiple collections.
On the Antiquity of Masonic Symbolism
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Is the Symbolism of Masonry an inheritance derived from the old Masons who flourished before the era of the Grand Lodges (1717); or has it been borrowed from the Rosicrucians or others, after 1717?
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Mike’s Masonic Walks and Talks
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Mike Neville offers walks and talks primarily around London, based on his vast knowledge of the area and his specialist subjects, which cover all aspects of Masonic history. As a retired Scotland Yard Detective Chief Inspector, Mike has a unique insight into the more shady side of 'Crime and the Craft'.
Book Review – The Freemasons Stopped in the Middle of the Ford
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This book tries to approach Freemasonry from different sides; not so much to explain how he understands it as to encourage the reader to seek his own answers – on its methods, its organization, and its meaning. The book gives examples of different ways of practicing Freemasonry to broaden the horizon of Masons. Diversity inspires. …
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Book Review – Alternative Masonic Addresses For The Craft Degrees
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Do you get asked to give an address at your lodge ? Are you looking for an alternative address ? Then take a look at this collection of alternative masonic addresses for the craft degrees prepared by Lewis Masonic
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