Tag: Geometry

The Sun, Moon, and Stars

This article explores the ancient history and Masonic symbolism of the Sun, Moon, and Stars.

What is the Truth behind the 47th Problem of Euclid?

He that hath ears to hear – let him hear – and he that hath eyes to see – let him look!  When he has both listened and looked, and understood the truth behind the 47th problem he will see a new meaning to the reception of a Fellowcraft, understand better that a square teaches morality, and comprehend why the “angle of 90 degrees, or the fourth part of a circle” is dedicated to the Master!

Freemasonry and Geometry: What are the Symbolic Meanings of the Most Basic Geometric Forms?

point within a circle

The more abstract a concept is, the more meaning that we can find in it. Is this because the meaning is all projected from within our minds, or because there is something objectively real there to be found? Plato or Pythagoras certainly believed the… Continue Reading “Freemasonry and Geometry: What are the Symbolic Meanings of the Most Basic Geometric Forms?”

The Masonic Letter G stands for…?

To what does the symbol allude? Doubtless there are many answers to this question. Depending on what country, what masonic group, or what Lodge you’ll get different answers. All are interesting, and some are actually a bit astonishing. It has been said to represent… Continue Reading “The Masonic Letter G stands for…?”