Uncover The Myths Of Freemasonry - Freemason Initiation
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Naturally, an organization that is encompassed in the mystery and secrecy as that of the Freemasons is going to be open to inaccuracies and interpretations that may not be factual. This is the very basics that myths are built on.
When it comes down to either dispelling those myths or substantiating them the outcome of course is going to depend on those taking on either task. Let?s look at some of what are referred to as facts or myths and you can reach your own conclusions.
To begin with, it has been said that Freemasonry is a means of keeping the history of the mason craft factual.
Point of Interest: Out of all the trades historical or otherwise, there are none of them that appears to have built such a tight preservation of their history. It is interesting to note that if Freemasons is a means of preserving their history where does this indicate the need for secrecy, which they are so famous for? One would think if you are attempting to keep history alive then you would want to make it as public as possible.
It has been said that the Mason have relied on the use of allegory and symbols to promote their message.
Point of Interest: If this is the case is there a reason that these demonstrations which are believed to be by way of rituals within the organization kept as a highly guarded secret? Who is the education these are purported for meant for? Members only? If not then why are they are not for public viewing?
Reference may be made to the ?man from Galilee? using parables when comparing them to the allegory and symbols utilized by the freemasons.
Point of Interest: Obviously, this is a reference to Jesus. Does this mean that Masons do not believe in the Holy Bible, which teaches Jesus is Christ? Alternatively, is the term man just an English word with no bearing on the beliefs of the Freemasons? Another interesting point is reference to the parables. Parables are stories not symbols. So is there really a proper similarity being made here?
Many people both Masons and non Masons believe that many of the myths came into being because of the fanciful writings of Masons who wished to paint the picture of the Masons as something extraordinary. Therefore many of the writings were not based on truths, or perhaps were half-truths only.
Point Of Interest: If this is true then does not make the philosophy of the Freemason just as vulnerable as any other club or organization making it no more extraordinary than many of the other fine clubs and organizations in the world.
All around the period of the War of American Independence there has been much writings and speculation as to what Presidents, Military Personnel and other prominent figures were members of the Freemasons. There doesn?t seem to be any strong proof of who was nor were not members of the Freemasons going back to that time. Although there are several influential individuals that can be included in this controversy, let us look at one prominent figure. There is much speculation as to whether George Washington was or was not a Mason. Lets give you some information and let you come to your own conclusion. Here are the major claims that purport Washington was involved with the Masons. a) All his Generals were Freemasons. b) Lafayette had to become a Mason before he was promoted to General c) The 13 original colony Governors were all freemasons.
Being fair to arguments on both sides meaning Freemasons and non-masons, it would appear in most cases some of these points would be half-truths. For example, some of his generals were Masons, not all. That Lafayette was already a Mason and only a portion of the colonies were pro Freemason.
It would seem when it comes to Washington himself, that the Freemason society have no argument against him being a Freemason. Their argument is thrust towards the speculation that he was Grand Master in Virginia. According to the Masons, he never held this the title of Grand Master but was appointed as a Master and was eventually buried with Masonic rites.
When it comes down to either dispelling those myths or substantiating them the outcome of course is going to depend on those taking on either task. Let?s look at some of what are referred to as facts or myths and you can reach your own conclusions.
To begin with, it has been said that Freemasonry is a means of keeping the history of the mason craft factual.
Point of Interest: Out of all the trades historical or otherwise, there are none of them that appears to have built such a tight preservation of their history. It is interesting to note that if Freemasons is a means of preserving their history where does this indicate the need for secrecy, which they are so famous for? One would think if you are attempting to keep history alive then you would want to make it as public as possible.
It has been said that the Mason have relied on the use of allegory and symbols to promote their message.
Point of Interest: If this is the case is there a reason that these demonstrations which are believed to be by way of rituals within the organization kept as a highly guarded secret? Who is the education these are purported for meant for? Members only? If not then why are they are not for public viewing?
Reference may be made to the ?man from Galilee? using parables when comparing them to the allegory and symbols utilized by the freemasons.
Point of Interest: Obviously, this is a reference to Jesus. Does this mean that Masons do not believe in the Holy Bible, which teaches Jesus is Christ? Alternatively, is the term man just an English word with no bearing on the beliefs of the Freemasons? Another interesting point is reference to the parables. Parables are stories not symbols. So is there really a proper similarity being made here?
Many people both Masons and non Masons believe that many of the myths came into being because of the fanciful writings of Masons who wished to paint the picture of the Masons as something extraordinary. Therefore many of the writings were not based on truths, or perhaps were half-truths only.
Point Of Interest: If this is true then does not make the philosophy of the Freemason just as vulnerable as any other club or organization making it no more extraordinary than many of the other fine clubs and organizations in the world.
All around the period of the War of American Independence there has been much writings and speculation as to what Presidents, Military Personnel and other prominent figures were members of the Freemasons. There doesn?t seem to be any strong proof of who was nor were not members of the Freemasons going back to that time. Although there are several influential individuals that can be included in this controversy, let us look at one prominent figure. There is much speculation as to whether George Washington was or was not a Mason. Lets give you some information and let you come to your own conclusion. Here are the major claims that purport Washington was involved with the Masons. a) All his Generals were Freemasons. b) Lafayette had to become a Mason before he was promoted to General c) The 13 original colony Governors were all freemasons.
Being fair to arguments on both sides meaning Freemasons and non-masons, it would appear in most cases some of these points would be half-truths. For example, some of his generals were Masons, not all. That Lafayette was already a Mason and only a portion of the colonies were pro Freemason.
It would seem when it comes to Washington himself, that the Freemason society have no argument against him being a Freemason. Their argument is thrust towards the speculation that he was Grand Master in Virginia. According to the Masons, he never held this the title of Grand Master but was appointed as a Master and was eventually buried with Masonic rites.
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