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Why Does Freemasonry Use Odd Symbols?

Posted on August 13, 2017November 3, 2024 by Masonic Traveler | 2 Comments

Skulls, architectural tools, mallets, aprons… all of these things can we weird. So why does Freemasonry use so many odd symbols?

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Rituals of Freemasons explained

Why is Freemasonry a Ritual Practice?

Posted on August 5, 2017November 3, 2024 by Masonic Traveler | 8 Comments

What makes something a “ritual?” Is it an evil connotation? Is it something sinister? Why then is Freemasonry considered a ritual practice?

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What is brotherly love in Freemasonry?

Why Brotherly Love Relief and Truth in Freemasonry?

Posted on July 29, 2017November 3, 2024 by Greg Stewart | 5 Comments

Freemasonry is grounded in three specific virtues which are at the core of Masonic teachings. And are these virtues really at the core of the Masonic connection to faith, religion and the divine?

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Is freemasonry patriotic or conservative?

Is Freemasonry a Patriotic Organization?

Posted on July 23, 2017November 3, 2024 by Masonic Traveler | 3 Comments

A common connection with Freemasonry is that it is a patriotic organization. While it suggests certain attributes of patriotism, the multi-national spread of the fraternity would suggest something other than a direct form of nationalistic adherence.

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How old is Freemasonry?

How Old is Freemasonry?

Posted on May 12, 2017November 3, 2024 by Masonic Traveler | 8 Comments

The modern incarnation of Freemasonry dates to around 1717, but, was that truly the beginning of the “ancient” and honorable fraternity?

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Why are freemasons secretive?

Why Are Freemason’s Secretive?

Posted on May 6, 2017November 3, 2024 by Masonic Traveler | 5 Comments

What is Freemasonry hiding? Is there some great mystery at work in the secret workings of the Masonic Lodge? Why are Freemasons so Secretive?

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Who are the Freemasons and what do they do?

What is a Freemason?

Posted on April 30, 2017November 3, 2024 by Masonic Traveler | 6 Comments

Freemasons are the first step of a global fraternal organization with a history that spans more than 300 years. But more than a club, Freemasonry is a way of life for many who enjoy it’s rights and benefits. Learn more.

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