The Influence of Kings on Craft Freemasonry
‘From time immemorial’ we have been very fortunate in that our Craft has had the support of Royalty. Without that support I doubt that we would be in…
Promoting the Fraternity across the World
‘From time immemorial’ we have been very fortunate in that our Craft has had the support of Royalty. Without that support I doubt that we would be in…
Perhaps the most universal symbol of Masonry, other than the Square & Compass or the seemingly all pervasive letter G, is that singular mark of distinction which every Entered Apprentice is first presented with –the white lambskin apron. Recognised around the globe as the distinguishing “badge” of the Mason, the lambskin apron is rich with symbolism and practical instruction for the speculative initiate of our Craft who is willing to seek more Light.
Entertainment at the event was provided by Norfolk folk group Ovation, with visitors also invited to sit in on a demonstration at which members talked about their roles within the Lodge, gave an insight into some of the rituals ‘brothers’ follow at meetings, and spoke about the significance of their highly decorated collars and aprons
Apart from their practical uses to protect the hands from cold and injury, gloves have symbolic connotations. The old illustrations of operative masons at work do not show them wearing gloves. Their use, then, must have been mostly ceremonial, and their adoption in speculative Freemasonic ritual must be explained by their symbolism. The Italian writer Vanni considers that the origin of the symbolism lies not in their use by certain craftsmen or as protection against the cold, but rather in their military use.
A former members jewels and ritual books have been handed to the lodge by his granddaughter for which we are very thankful. The former member, W Bro…
Palmer Lodge of Provincial Grand Stewards carried out a fine Passing Ceremony on behalf of Dr Field Lodge, No 8158, this Tuesday 25th October. Bro…
St Oswald Lodge 1124 in Oswestry celebrated its 150th anniversary in November. This historic occasion was marked by a meeting in the presence of the…
Following the Annual Provincial Meeting in May this year two newly appointed Provincial Grand Stewards wasted no time in visiting ancient and interesting…
Quarterly Communication 14 September 2016 An address by Diane Clements and Stephen Greenberg: ‘From Concept to Reality: Creating an Exhibition about…