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What is Freemasonry
The Brotherhood of Man under
the Fatherhood of God
Simply put - Freemasonry is a charitable organization dedicated to strengthening
character, improving moral and spiritual outlook and broadening mental horizons.
Mason's believe in:
• Supporting public education
• Constitutional government and equality
• Freedom of religion and expression
• Helping where a void exists
• Personal responsibility
What is a Mason?
Masons (also known as Freemasons)
belong to the oldest and largest fraternal organization in the world. Today,
there are more than two million Freemasons in North America. The Fraternity is a
brotherhood comprised of men devoted to self-improvement, volunteerism,
stewardship and philanthropy. Members come from all walks of life, all races,
all creeds and religions and pull together in order to alleviate the pain and
suffering of those in their times of need.
Masons represent virtually every
occupation and profession, yet within the Fraternity; all meet as equals. Masons
come from diverse political ideologies, yet meet as friends. Masons come from
varied religious beliefs and creeds, yet all believe in one God.
What does Freemasonry Teach?
Freemasonry uses the tools and
implements of ancient architectural craftsmen symbolically in a system of
instruction designed to build character and moral values in its members. Its
singular purpose is to make good men better. Its bonds of friendship,
compassion, and brotherly love have survived even the most divisive political,
military, and religious conflicts through the centuries.
Freemasonry encourages its members to
practice the faith of their personal acceptance. Masonry teaches that each
person, through self-improvement and helping others, has an obligation to make a
difference for good in the world.
Key Masonic Principles:
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Faith must be the center of our lives.
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All men and women are the children of God.
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No one has the right to tell another person what he or
she must think or believe.
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Each person has a responsibility to be a good citizen,
obeying the law.
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It is important to work to make the world a better place
for all.
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Honor and integrity are keys to a meaningful life.
Who Are The Masons?
It's members have included Kings,
Presidents, Prime Ministers, Statesmen, Generals, Admirals, Supreme Court Chief
Justices, corporate CEOs, poets, musicians, opera stars, movie stars, and
probably, your next door neighbor.
Many of North America’s early patriots
were Freemasons. Thirteen signers of the Constitution, fourteen Presidents of
the United States, including George Washington, eight Vice Presidents and
forty-two Justices of the Supreme Court have been Masons. In Canada, the Father
of the Confederation, Sir John A. MacDonald, was a Mason, as were other early
Canadian and American leaders.
One of the most fascinating aspects of
Freemasonry is how so many men, from so many different walks of life, can meet
together in peace, always conducting their affairs in harmony and friendship and
calling each other “Brother.”
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