Unveiling the Layers: William Hogarth a Master of Metaphor and Masonic Imagery
William Hogarth, an artist deeply entrenched in the Masonic tradition, utilized his art to create a secret tapestry of Freemasonry’s rituals, symbols, and…
18th century
The Double Headed Eagle
The double headed eagle embodies a harmonious blend of dual forces, emphasizing unity, balance, and the interconnectedness of all things.
The Tylers Toast (Suffering) – Standard
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…
The Origin Of The Four Tassels
These are seen in the four corners of the indented border of the lodge carpet. We are told they represent the four cardinal virtues, but this is a late gloss, probably invented towards the close of the 18th century, and there seems no particular reason why they should represent the four cardinal virtues any more than the four elements or any other particular four.
THE FELLOWCRAFT’S HANDBOOK by W.Bro. J.S.M. WARD
In this little volume W. Bro. Ward justly emphasises the importance of the 2 degree. In former times it was no mere passing stage of a Mason’s career. In…
THE ENTERED APPRENTICE’S HANDBOOK by W.Bro. J.S.M. WARD
W. Bro. Ward is one of the most able and earnest of Masonic students. He brings to bear on the task of research the mind of a scholar, enriched by…