Masonry and Religion

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What is Freemasonry?

Freemasonry is a system of morality, veiled in allegory, and illustrated by symbols.

Religion has been described as a systematic effort to implement and preserve a code of moral values embracing such concepts as the existence of a Supreme Being, reverence, prayer, and immortality. Although, this definition is not at all incompatible with the aims and purposes of the Order, Masonry does not profess to be a religion, even though it is religious in character. Neither does it pretend to take the place of religion, nor serve as a substitute for the religious beliefs of its members.

Freemasonry opens its doors to all men, regardless of religious conviction, the essential requirements in this regard being an avowed belief in God and in immortality. Since the doctrines of most religions include these tenets, the virtual impossibility of conflict in this respect is obvious. It is therefore understandable why so many religious faiths, including the clergymen who represent them, are found among the members of the Fraternity.

Although Freemasonry excludes no one because of religious belief, certain denominations, for reasons peculiar to their doctrines, will not permit their parishioners to be affiliated with the Masonic Fraternity. Unfortunately, such prohibitions have been interpreted to mean that Freemasonry does not accept the members of certain sects and denominations, a statement which conflicts with Freemasonry's insistence on the solidarity of humanity.

To summarize, the belief in a Supreme Being and immortality is common to most religions. Differences exist among them, however, with respect to dogma, interpretation and ritual, often creating a breach which separates them regardless of their similar goals. Masonry embraces the common factors, uniting men by not advocating one particular theological approach above the others, thus permitting the individual to choose for himself that avenue which seems best to him for his approach to God, for the building of his moral code, and for his preparation for that which is to come.

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i don't see any reason why catholics are forbidden to join Masonry. and i don't see any reason either, for conspiracy theories to pop-up everytime one mentions the word "Freemasonry."

[Princess08]

unsa man jud nang MASONRY?? akong naihan na mason kay kanang sa construction!

[GOSPELofROCH]

@Princess08 research, read and understand, dnt hide it under your skull. use your internet

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unsa man jud nang MASONRY?? akong naihan na mason kay kanang sa construction!

Masonry is a system of morality, veiled in allegory and illuminated by symbols.

[regnauld]

Masonry is a system of morality, veiled in allegory and illuminated by symbols.

The Masons have their roots with the Knights Templar

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The Masons have their roots with the Knights Templar

yes and no, bro.

[regnauld]

yes and no, bro.

Why man no bro?

[tide]

asa ka gkan anang knights templar bro?..da vinci code?.. lisod tuohan ang da vinci code kay sagol truth ug fallacy.

Masonry.. sa akong mga nabasahan organization na naa g.tago na mga knowledge.. naa sila secrets on construction.. unsaon pag build ug lig.on na pyramids, temples, etc..

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Why man no bro?

there are two answers to the ties of Masonry to the Knights Templar. yes and no, mr. regnauld.