by Editor | Dec 24, 2021 | Masonic Philosophy |
In the words of Foster Bailey: “A symbol is an outer, visible, and tangible sign of an inner spiritual reality. If this is admitted, then behind all the outer forms of the Masonic work, latent in its rituals, and hidden behind the entire system of symbols, is some...
by Editor | Mar 3, 2019 | General, Masonic Philosophy |
The Rough and Perfect Ashlars are two stones marking a path for self-improvement for the initiate.The lessons outlined here rely upon many symbols concerning education and the gaining of knowledge as a means of advancing, both morally and spiritually. However, there...
by Editor | Sep 18, 2018 | General, Masonic Philosophy |
Those who think free will want to be in the company of others who also think freely. You do not want to get someone else’s opinion imposed. No dogmas. You seek your own route through life. But not lonely, not alone. You are looking for a place where people...
by Editor | Feb 16, 2018 | Masonic Philosophy |
Freemasonry uses the implements of operative masonry to teach moral and ethical lessons, but these are only the beginning of the Freemasons Working Tools. To apply these rules to our working lives raises in my mind some very challenging questions. Which have to be...
by Editor | Nov 7, 2017 | Masonic Philosophy |
The special thing about Freemasonry is that it is free of dogma or religious bigotry. It is truly open to all religious persuasions. Each ritual is progressive, building on the work that was set before the candidate in the previous ceremony. It is the effectiveness of...
