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The Freemason’s Words: Can the Secrets be Googled?

Posted on 7 Jul 2018 by Pamela McDown

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In a discussion with a few masonic friends recently, someone asked the question: Why are oral traditions fading away? One could dispute the premise. Still, I think the brother was onto something. Are oral traditions still relevant? Are they slowly being replaced with technology?… Continue Reading “The Freemason’s Words: Can the Secrets be Googled?”

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Freemasonry: Is Architecture Frozen Music?

Posted on 4 May 2018 by Pamela McDown

At the end of a recent Scottish Rite workshop, and after one of the most incredible weeks of my life, I felt inspired and nourished with the treasures that only the craft of Freemasonry can offer. I jumped in the car and set off… Continue Reading “Freemasonry: Is Architecture Frozen Music?”

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Censing in Freemasonry: Practical or Symbolic?

Posted on 13 Apr 2018 by Pamela McDown

The act of censing has been said to create a pleasing and purified ritual space. There is nothing quite as inspiring as walking in to a sacred place and being hit by the smell of lovely incense, which immediately transports us into a more… Continue Reading “Censing in Freemasonry: Practical or Symbolic?”

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