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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Why is Freemasonry a Ritual Practice?
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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Why Brotherly Love Relief and Truth in Freemasonry?
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 a Patriotic Organization?
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?
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 Freemason’s Secretive?
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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What is a Freemason?
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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