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The Luxury of Anger

Posted on 7 Mar 2022 by Kristine Wilson-Slack

Do Freemasons have the “luxury of anger”? The longer one stays on the path of Freemasonry the less we have the luxury of anger or hatred, nor the privilege of animosity or of fear of any kind. The Mason learns that the divisions of people, of whatever kind they might be, are meaningless and unnecessary, and that we Freemasons are dedicated to the eradication of division and strife. Our personal quarrels and piques do not matter one whit to our work as Freemasons.

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Masonic Motto: Ordo Ab Chao

Posted on 8 Mar 2019 by jonathandinsmore

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Of the many symbols and phrases of Freemasonry, a few mottoes are important enough to be prominently, and sometimes publicly displayed on flags, seals, or regalia. The phrase “Ordo Ab Chao,” is the motto of the 33rd degree, which can be found on the… Continue Reading “Masonic Motto: Ordo Ab Chao”

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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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