Understanding Words

Many of the words in our ritual we do not understand the definition of...

Yet we still take an obligation.

Why do you think this is?

American Masonry

Masonry is not exclusive to the United States, yet patriotism exists within many members of our lodges.  The flag of our country, and proper tribute to it, is also a part of our opening and closing rituals.

Why do you think this is?

Stated Meetings

Masons today are becoming less and less interested in Stated Business Meetings.

Why do you think this is happening?

Masonic Education

Give an example and explanation of "Masonic Education."

Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem

"I never think of money, I think of milk and honey, grinnin' like a cheshire cat...

I focus on the pleasure, something I can treasure.

Can you picture that?"

Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, 1979

Emulate?

What other words do we use in our Masonic ritual that are misunderstood?

Obligation...

"It is an obligation dear Brother, not an oath.

The only stone you shall break is your own."

What say you?

The Trivium

"Trivial studies have changed my view of conventional knowledge."

Boring Meetings

"I can't wait until I head to the Lodge this evening, and have the same kind of boring meeting I had at work.  Only this time, within my sacred space!"

...said no Mason ever.