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Get answers to some commonly asked questions about Freemasonry
by Collection Masonic ManufacturerFreemasonry
is one of the largest fraternal, secular, and charitable organizations in the
world. The history of Freemasonry dates back to the days when there were Stone
Masons who built the cathedrals around the time of King Solomon. Members of
this organization believe in relief, faith, brotherly love, charity, and
tolerance. It teaches its members’ moral lessons and self-knowledge through a
series of rituals, ceremonies, and plays.
Some of the
commonly asked questions about Freemasonry are listed below:
What
are Masonic regalia?
Masonic
regalia are pieces of clothing and jewelry that are worn by Freemasons. There
are a large number of regalia including aprons, rings, gloves, sashes, pocket
watch, pendants, cufflinks, key chains and many more. These regalia have
special Masonic symbols embossed on them. One of the most worn Masonic jewelry
is the rings that bear the symbols of Freemasonry. Masonic rings are crafted
with high quality metals and can be classified as gold ring, solid silver ring, titanium ring,
stainless steel ring and other metal rings.
Why
they wear regalia?
Masonic
regalia hold great importance for Freemasons. They wear them to show their
commitment towards the fraternity and brotherhood and their pride of being a
member of this prestigious organization. This signifies that they believe in
what Freemasonry stands by and preaches.
Is
Freemasonry a religion?
There
are many ceremonies and rituals that are performed in Freemasonry. Though
rituals are related to religion but Freemasonry is not a religion. It is a
secular organization which has some spiritual beliefs. It originated from the
Stone Masons guilds and men of different faith can join this organization.
Why does Freemasonry refer God as the
Great Architect?
The members
of Freemasonry are Christians, Jews, Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and Parsees, among
others. They embrace all men who are believer of God. Referring God as The
Great Architect prevents disharmony and men of all religions pray together
without being offended.
What are the secrets of Freemasonry?
The words or
signs used by the Stonemasons for identifying the places and while traveling
from one building to another that helped them against misrepresentation were
later known as the “secrets of Freemasonry”. These are the traditional modes of
recognition that are solely used as a test for membership. For example: a
member visiting a lodge to a place which is not known to him.
What happens at a Lodge meeting?
The meeting
usually happens in two parts. In first, the administrative procedures are
carried out which includes: minutes of last meeting, proposing the names of new
members and balloting for them, discussion on financial matters and news and
electing its new members. The second includes the ceremonies for admitting its
new members and appointment of officers and annual installation of the Master
Mason. Also, the new members are instructed about the lessons and principles
being taught in the Craft and regarding their various duties.
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