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Dharma and Freemasonry

Posted on 6 Jul 2022 by Kristine Wilson-Slack

What do Dharma and Freemasonry have in common? Dharma is, according to the ancient Sanskrit, “to hold, to maintain, to preserve.” In the early Vedas and other ancient Hindu texts, Dharma referred to the cosmic law that created the ordered universe from chaos. According to theosophy, Dharma [from the verbal root dhṛ to bear, support] means equity, justice, conduct, duty; right religion, philosophy, and science; the law per se; the rules of society, caste, and stage of life. This definition of Dharma ties immediately to what we know is the goal of Freemasonry: Ordo ab Chao – Order from Chaos.

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Masonic Ritual: The Dispersal [Part V]

Posted on 7 Oct 2019 by universalfreemasonry

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This is the first installment in a series exploring the effects of Masonic ritual. Here the author explores the nature of ritual, particularly in relation to Freemasonry.

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Masonic Ritual: The Gathering [Part IV]

Posted on 4 Oct 2019 by universalfreemasonry

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This is the first installment in a series exploring the effects of Masonic ritual. Here the author explores the nature of ritual, particularly in relation to Freemasonry.

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Masonic Ritual: The Foundation [Part II]

Posted on 5 Sep 2019 by universalfreemasonry

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This is the first installment in a series exploring the effects of Masonic ritual. Here the author explores the nature of ritual, particularly in relation to Freemasonry.

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The Perfection of Humanity: A Work in Progress

Posted on 18 Nov 2017 by Pamela McDown

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What if perfection isn’t what you think it is? It is a term that every Freemason can relate to as part of their understanding. The zeal to achieve perfection is a core value of the masonic practice. Many instances of the word turn up… Continue Reading “The Perfection of Humanity: A Work in Progress”

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Co-Masonic Order Resumes “Universal” as Part of its Official International Name

Posted on 16 Jun 2017 by karenakidd

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The Order for decades called “The Honorable Order of American Co-Masonry” now is “The Honorable Order of Universal Co-Masonry.” The decision follows a vote by the Order’s Grand Consistory and Lodges, with 95 percent of the Lodges and 100 percent of the Consistory approving… Continue Reading “Co-Masonic Order Resumes “Universal” as Part of its Official International Name”

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