Is anyone in the Garden a Freemason, & if so would you like to share your feelings on the society? Or does anyone know any Freemason's?
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
"Freemasons". GMA TV program devoted a good portion of today's show discussing the "Secrets" of the Freemasons society. My very good friend is a Freemason in good standing, & has been tring to get me to join his chapter for several years now. After reading the literature on the Freemasons he gave me, I was still confused as to their exact purpose. And was, and still am reluctant to join. After seeing this program today, I'm more confused then before.:-2
Is anyone in the Garden a Freemason, & if so would you like to share your feelings on the society? Or does anyone know any Freemason's?
Is anyone in the Garden a Freemason, & if so would you like to share your feelings on the society? Or does anyone know any Freemason's?
Cars 
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
good luck with that cars, last time a masons thread started here it caused a lotttt of trouble 
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
buttercup wrote: good luck with that cars, last time a masons thread started here it caused a lotttt of trouble
Oh Oh, I must have missed that one entirely!!!:eek:
Oh Oh, I must have missed that one entirely!!!:eek:
Cars
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
here's 1 link, still looking for the other, cant remember which section it came under
http://www.forumgarden.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1779
http://www.forumgarden.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1779
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Is Freemasons a secret Society?
What else did he tell you?
:)
:)
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
And here I always thought Freemason meant I could get a stash of
canning jars...
;)
canning jars...
;)
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
In that it instructs its members to keep its secrets, yes.
In that no-body knows its secrets - not by a long way.
I've known several and it appears to be a mixture of self help group, mutual appreciation society, charity fund raiser and lunch club.
Could never be bothered myself.
In that no-body knows its secrets - not by a long way.
I've known several and it appears to be a mixture of self help group, mutual appreciation society, charity fund raiser and lunch club.
Could never be bothered myself.
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
cars wrote: "Freemasons". GMA TV program devoted a good portion of today's show discussing the "Secrets" of the Freemasons society. My very good friend is a Freemason in good standing, & has been tring to get me to join his chapter for several years now. After reading the literature on the Freemasons he gave me, I was still confused as to their exact purpose. And was, and still am reluctant to join. After seeing this program today, I'm more confused then before.:-2
Is anyone in the Garden a Freemason, & if so would you like to share your feelings on the society? Or does anyone know any Freemason's?
I have been a Mason for 48 years and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and a Shriner for 27 years. Masonry is a Fraternal organisation open to any male of any religion (Jew, Muslim, Hindu etc.) One need only to believe in a Supreme Being. Membership is not solicited. One must ask a member about affiliation. Yes, it is a secret organisation just like all fraternities. Rituals, including passwords and handshakes are all part of the fraternity and are used to recognise members (just like all fraternities).
The rituals and handshakes are hardly a secret and can be found on the internet with complete description of all the different degrees of Masonry.
There is much myth and mis-information put our about Masonry and it's purpose. It is simply a Fraternal organization who's activities are designed to promote Friendship, morality and brotherly love.
I joined the Fraternity as a young man while still in college as a married student with a child. I joined out of curiosity because I had a couple of older men friends that were Masons and I admired them. I have benefitted immensely from my association with Masonry, not finacially, but in values and in understanding, due to the lessons that symbolic Masonry teaches.
Sadly, like many other fraternal organisations, Masonry membership has declined over the past 30 years due to the many other commitments and conflicting activities like Little League, Television etc. At one time, before all these other activites, Lodge Night was the night out for many men. Masonry does take a commitment of time if one is to learn the lessons of Masonry and today, many cannot make that time commitment.
Is anyone in the Garden a Freemason, & if so would you like to share your feelings on the society? Or does anyone know any Freemason's?
I have been a Mason for 48 years and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and a Shriner for 27 years. Masonry is a Fraternal organisation open to any male of any religion (Jew, Muslim, Hindu etc.) One need only to believe in a Supreme Being. Membership is not solicited. One must ask a member about affiliation. Yes, it is a secret organisation just like all fraternities. Rituals, including passwords and handshakes are all part of the fraternity and are used to recognise members (just like all fraternities).
The rituals and handshakes are hardly a secret and can be found on the internet with complete description of all the different degrees of Masonry.
There is much myth and mis-information put our about Masonry and it's purpose. It is simply a Fraternal organization who's activities are designed to promote Friendship, morality and brotherly love.
I joined the Fraternity as a young man while still in college as a married student with a child. I joined out of curiosity because I had a couple of older men friends that were Masons and I admired them. I have benefitted immensely from my association with Masonry, not finacially, but in values and in understanding, due to the lessons that symbolic Masonry teaches.
Sadly, like many other fraternal organisations, Masonry membership has declined over the past 30 years due to the many other commitments and conflicting activities like Little League, Television etc. At one time, before all these other activites, Lodge Night was the night out for many men. Masonry does take a commitment of time if one is to learn the lessons of Masonry and today, many cannot make that time commitment.
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
Clancy wrote: .....I knew there was something I liked about you 
Far more entertaining than being a mason if bluffing your way through small business associates. Most people wouldn't know a mason if one hit them in the mouth. Just look a small struggling businessman straight in the eye as you do you own particular masonic handshake, and say: " I look forward to doing business with you." Giving him a slight wink. Talk about opening doors! Hilarious!
Far more entertaining than being a mason if bluffing your way through small business associates. Most people wouldn't know a mason if one hit them in the mouth. Just look a small struggling businessman straight in the eye as you do you own particular masonic handshake, and say: " I look forward to doing business with you." Giving him a slight wink. Talk about opening doors! Hilarious!
In HIM I place my trust.
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
Lon wrote: I have been a Mason for 48 years and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and a Shriner for 27 years. Masonry is a Fraternal organisation open to any male of any religion (Jew, Muslim, Hindu etc.) One need only to believe in a Supreme Being. Membership is not solicited. One must ask a member about affiliation. Yes, it is a secret organisation just like all fraternities. Rituals, including passwords and handshakes are all part of the fraternity and are used to recognise members (just like all fraternities).
The rituals and handshakes are hardly a secret and can be found on the internet with complete description of all the different degrees of Masonry.
There is much myth and mis-information put our about Masonry and it's purpose. It is simply a Fraternal organization who's activities are designed to promote Friendship, morality and brotherly love.
I joined the Fraternity as a young man while still in college as a married student with a child. I joined out of curiosity because I had a couple of older men friends that were Masons and I admired them. I have benefitted immensely from my association with Masonry, not finacially, but in values and in understanding, due to the lessons that symbolic Masonry teaches.
Sadly, like many other fraternal organisations, Masonry membership has declined over the past 30 years due to the many other commitments and conflicting activities like Little League, Television etc. At one time, before all these other activites, Lodge Night was the night out for many men. Masonry does take a commitment of time if one is to learn the lessons of Masonry and today, many cannot make that time commitment.
I was told it was NOT a secret organization. It was an organization that had secrets.
Their aim is to take a 'good man' and make him better.
The rituals and handshakes are hardly a secret and can be found on the internet with complete description of all the different degrees of Masonry.
There is much myth and mis-information put our about Masonry and it's purpose. It is simply a Fraternal organization who's activities are designed to promote Friendship, morality and brotherly love.
I joined the Fraternity as a young man while still in college as a married student with a child. I joined out of curiosity because I had a couple of older men friends that were Masons and I admired them. I have benefitted immensely from my association with Masonry, not finacially, but in values and in understanding, due to the lessons that symbolic Masonry teaches.
Sadly, like many other fraternal organisations, Masonry membership has declined over the past 30 years due to the many other commitments and conflicting activities like Little League, Television etc. At one time, before all these other activites, Lodge Night was the night out for many men. Masonry does take a commitment of time if one is to learn the lessons of Masonry and today, many cannot make that time commitment.
I was told it was NOT a secret organization. It was an organization that had secrets.
Their aim is to take a 'good man' and make him better.
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
Lon wrote: I have been a Mason for 48 years and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry and a Shriner for 27 years. Masonry is a Fraternal organisation open to any male of any religion (Jew, Muslim, Hindu etc.) One need only to believe in a Supreme Being. Membership is not solicited. One must ask a member about affiliation. Yes, it is a secret organisation just like all fraternities. Rituals, including passwords and handshakes are all part of the fraternity and are used to recognise members (just like all fraternities).
The rituals and handshakes are hardly a secret and can be found on the internet with complete description of all the different degrees of Masonry.
There is much myth and mis-information put our about Masonry and it's purpose. It is simply a Fraternal organization who's activities are designed to promote Friendship, morality and brotherly love.
I joined the Fraternity as a young man while still in college as a married student with a child. I joined out of curiosity because I had a couple of older men friends that were Masons and I admired them. I have benefitted immensely from my association with Masonry, not finacially, but in values and in understanding, due to the lessons that symbolic Masonry teaches.
Sadly, like many other fraternal organisations, Masonry membership has declined over the past 30 years due to the many other commitments and conflicting activities like Little League, Television etc. At one time, before all these other activites, Lodge Night was the night out for many men. Masonry does take a commitment of time if one is to learn the lessons of Masonry and today, many cannot make that time commitment.
Thanks Lon for you valued input, I've been leaning towards joining my friends chapter anyway, and now after reading your corroborating input probably will, when I return to my Northen Villa next month.
The rituals and handshakes are hardly a secret and can be found on the internet with complete description of all the different degrees of Masonry.
There is much myth and mis-information put our about Masonry and it's purpose. It is simply a Fraternal organization who's activities are designed to promote Friendship, morality and brotherly love.
I joined the Fraternity as a young man while still in college as a married student with a child. I joined out of curiosity because I had a couple of older men friends that were Masons and I admired them. I have benefitted immensely from my association with Masonry, not finacially, but in values and in understanding, due to the lessons that symbolic Masonry teaches.
Sadly, like many other fraternal organisations, Masonry membership has declined over the past 30 years due to the many other commitments and conflicting activities like Little League, Television etc. At one time, before all these other activites, Lodge Night was the night out for many men. Masonry does take a commitment of time if one is to learn the lessons of Masonry and today, many cannot make that time commitment.
Thanks Lon for you valued input, I've been leaning towards joining my friends chapter anyway, and now after reading your corroborating input probably will, when I return to my Northen Villa next month.
Cars
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
cars wrote: Thanks Lon for you valued input, I've been leaning towards joining my friends chapter anyway, and now after reading your corroborating input probably will, when I return to my Northen Villa next month.
They are called Lodges, Cars, not chapters. Good luck on your pursuit.
They are called Lodges, Cars, not chapters. Good luck on your pursuit.
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
awwww dont america have a really sweet view of freemasonary, wonder what you would make of the hypocracy of some (not all) of our lodges here
Is Freemasons a secret Society?
buttercup wrote: awwww dont america have a really sweet view of freemasonary, wonder what you would make of the hypocracy of some (not all) of our lodges here
I can't really speak of what you perceive to be hypocracy of Lodges in your part of the world, however, it is more than likely that if there is hypocracy it's on the part of individual members and not in the teachings of Masonry. Human beings are not infallible irrespective of what organizations they belong to.
I can't really speak of what you perceive to be hypocracy of Lodges in your part of the world, however, it is more than likely that if there is hypocracy it's on the part of individual members and not in the teachings of Masonry. Human beings are not infallible irrespective of what organizations they belong to.