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Four of the most commonly held myths about Freemasonry
Any organization with secrets is bound to attract myths and controversy from people on the outside. But it seems that, for whatever reason, Freemasonry receives a lot of unwanted attention, and as a result, many wildly inaccurate myths circulate about…
The Only Way to Become a Freemason
Throughout the history of Freemasonry, there has only been one way that you can officially join the fraternity – you have to ask a current brother to become a member. Is it really as simple as that? In many respects,…
Four Reasons Why You Should Consider Becoming a Freemason
Are you thinking about becoming a Freemason? In addition to joining one of the oldest and most wide-reaching community organizations in the world, becoming a Mason also has many personal benefits. In this post, we introduce four of them, to…
A Masonic Testimony – Freemasonry as a Journey
We were thrilled to hear from one of our readers recently, who contacted us to share his thoughts on Freemasonry in the UK, and how his membership of a lodge has shaped his life. We hope you enjoy hearing from…
The Origins of the Knights Templar
Today, the Knights Templar is a fraternal order associated with Freemasonry. It is known for its Christian values and teachings, and many of the brothers that join the Knights Templar are Protestants. The history of the Knights Templar is fascinating…
Why is Hiram Abiff Regarded as a Central Figure in Freemasonry?
Hiram Abiff is a name that is synonymous with Freemasonry. In fact, this mystical historical figure is even credited with inspiring the inception of the Craft, and many of the Masonic rituals and teachings conducted within Masonic lodges today seek…
The Grand Architect of the Universe from a Masonic Perspective
Anyone connected to Freemasonry will speak often about the role of the Grand Architect of the Universe [GAOTU]. To brothers within the Craft, the GAOTU is central to our very existence, and many of the rituals and allegories taught within…
Why is Freemasonry for Men Only?
The short answer to this question is that Freemasonry is not for men only. In fact, women Freemasons have two separate Grand Lodges, conduct their own activities, and proceed on their Masonic journeys in exactly the same way as men…
Five Lesser-Known Masonic Symbols Explained
Within Freemasonry, symbolism is critical to the allegorical teachings of the Craft. Within every lodge, various symbols are used to represent particular teachings, and serve as a reminder to Masons about the evolution of the fraternity throughout the past three…
