King Edward VII – A Monarch and a Freemason
In 1874, the Prince was elected as Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England, installed in 1875 and held that position until he became King in 1901
Masonic Knowledge
The Tylers Toast – Long Version – by Rudyard Kipling
‘Are your glasses all charged in the West and the South?’ the Worshipful Master cried! ‘All charged in the West’ ‘All charged in the South’ Came the Wardens’ prompt reply. Then to our final toast tonight, our glasses freely drain, Happy to meet, sorry to part, happy to meet again. The mason’s social brotherhood around … Read more
The Tylers Toast (Suffering)
To all poor and distressed brethren, Wheresoever they may be, On the land, the sea or in the air. A speedy relief from their suffering, And a safe return to their native land, If they so desire. (Response) To all poor and distressed brethren.
Breaking Barriers To Change
Over the years I’ve continually claimed: There is nothing more expensive than ignorance. To this I’ve added: There can be no dedication without education.
Freemasonry in Society: Today and Tomorrow
Over the last number of years and with increasing concentration in recent times, individual Brethren and Grand Lodges seem to be getting more and more involved in matters which clearly fall without the stated “aims and relationships of the Craft