I have seen these claims before but no substance. I never ever seen one person state I am or was a mason and such and such happened. I do have an understanding of the gears that run the machine but people act like your signing over your soul. I would just like to see if I get some true insight. I don't even see a theory to these claims.
2006-09-14 17:39:15 · 7 answers · asked by Labatt113 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
I am a Freemason of an esoteric and different Order called American Co-Masonry. Esoteric because we claim to be the heirs to the ancient mystery schools and a bit different because we admit women and men of all races as long as they are of good character and believe in a Supreme Being. I will speak about what I have experienced.
At the worst, Freemasonry is only a social club that helps raise money for very worthy causes (Shriners Hospital for instance). At the best, Freemasonry offers a way to improve the world by improving yourself.
Those who throw stones at Freemasonry do so because we adamantly support individual liberty, equality, and the brotherhood of all mankind. Tells you something about the critics, doesn't it?
I have been in Co-Masonry now for two and half-years. I have been a Master Mason for almost a year. I know the people in my Order all the way up to the Most Sovereign Grand Commander (the Grand Poohbah, if you will). These are folks who do their best to live the life on earth in harmony with each other.
We have Christians, Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, Gnostics, etc. sitting in Lodge together. Not a bad thought in today's world.
No matter which path you take in Freemasonry, there is something there which can use your help. I urge you to look through your own eyes and to use your own powers of perception.
Peace,
Master Mason
Hiram Lodge (Santa Cruz, CA)
Amon Ra Lodge (Los Angeles, CA)
Sapientia Lodge of Research (Larkspur, CO)
2006-09-15 09:29:54 · answer #1 · answered by NeoArt 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I am a Master Mason of a regular (not co-masonic) Lodge of Freemasons. I don't have horns. I don't have a hidden treasure. I don't know any politicians by first name. (Oops, I did go to school with my state representative). We are a fraternal organization with the aim of "making good men better". We are one of the largest groups of charitable organizations in the world. No conspiracy, just good men working to make their communities better places to live.
2006-09-15 22:28:08 · answer #2 · answered by Taivo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many of the founding fathers of our country were members of Free Masonry.
It is an interesting group, veiled in some mystery, but primarily a social group. Google them a bit.
2006-09-15 00:41:56 · answer #3 · answered by missourim43 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know alot about the Freemasons, but I have been friends with a few of them, and they were all civic minded men who made a difference in the community, esp. the Shriners.
2006-09-15 00:50:06 · answer #4 · answered by The Nag 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
32nd degree muslim mason here.
Mainly just a social group, with people trying to help each other and the community out. Alot of people just wanna see a dark conspiracy in everything, The mystery of it all just gives the organization flare.
2006-09-15 00:48:32 · answer #5 · answered by WhiteHat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Uncle was a Freemason. He died like everyone does. If, you want contact them. Most people make it to 3rd Degree and pursue it no further. My opinion. They did literally build America from my understanding.
2006-09-15 00:48:41 · answer #6 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you just have to get one drunk & the flash your boobs at him a bit. I met one in London that spilled pretty much ALL the beans by the sound of it!
2006-09-15 00:47:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋