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Post by whistler on Nov 30, 2004 18:43:08 GMT
Found this whilst doing some masonic research Thought I would share
I quite liked it what about you?
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Post by leonardo on Nov 30, 2004 19:00:04 GMT
Whistler,
This is, I believe, an extremely philosophical approach to Freemasonry and is something that I can personally, in some respects at least, identify with. It is almost allegorical in its subtext and Could be considered a very Buddhist view, which is no bad thing, in my opinion.
Others may see it totally differently, but this is my take as a profane man reading what you qouted. I eagerly awaited the opinions of other members.
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Post by staffs on Nov 30, 2004 20:18:18 GMT
i like that.It is so relevant to what we are all about IMO
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Post by Stash on Nov 30, 2004 20:37:22 GMT
Whistler, excellent piece. I love it when people post quotes and small articles like this, I encourage it to continue!!
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Post by staffs on Nov 30, 2004 20:38:32 GMT
Stash,I hope it does continue and i see you are certainly doing your fair share.Thank you
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Post by giovanni on May 6, 2005 8:47:41 GMT
Whistler,
it is nothing extraordinary.
It is just a fair picture of the true essence of Freemasonry. In Italy we use the same words, obviously translated into Italian.
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Post by whistler on May 6, 2005 20:53:16 GMT
Whistler, it is nothing extraordinary. It is just a fair picture of the true essence of Freemasonry. In Italy we use the same words, obviously translated into Italian. Hi Giovanni, Yes it is very simple, sometimes it is good to be reminded, and of course some people who claim to be Freemasons never get to start the journey
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Post by giovanni on May 19, 2005 12:14:47 GMT
In Italy we have the expression "Mason without apron", indicating a man who share our values without being in the Craft.
I then think that there are some "Aprons without freemasons", too...
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Post by a on May 19, 2005 13:30:11 GMT
From a global Masonic standpoint the solution to this issue is simple, though until the fraternities can learn to work in greater harmony it will prove elusive.
Drive a "back to basics" campaign.
True Freemasons will have no issue with it, and it will encourage "Masons without Aprons" to gain the apron.
But expect resistance from those who either have missed the point of Freemasonry or who use it as a cover. Such "Aprons without freemasons" will most likely be very vocal as they are forced to face themselves. Some may however find that such interior work helps them see what they have been missing.
The trouble is that Freemasonry (as a whole) does not appear to be in good enough shape to take a step forward and help itself, far less help humanity or work towards a better world. Though I would love to be proved wrong here.
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