Title: "What it means to be a Mason" Grand Lodge Video Contest Deadline Location: Masons of California YouTube channel Link out: Click here Description: Video Contest
July 1- September 1, 2011
Enter the Masons of California video contest, and you could win a Best Buy gift card and your video debut on the official Masons of California YouTube channel.
You’ll have three minutes to answer the question, What does Masonry mean to you?
How you answer is up to you. Make us laugh, or make us cry. Interview a brother, or take us behind the scenes of your lodge. Work with others – your lodge, your family, your local youth orders – or work alone.
We’ll debut the top three videos on the Masons of California YouTube channel, Facebook, and Twitter. One grand-prize winner will also receive a $200 gift card to Best Buy.
Contest rules:
At least one entrant must be a member of a California Masonic organization
Videos must be three minutes or less
Due Sept. 1
Submit signed release forms for everyone who appears on camera
Prizes:
Grand-prize winner will receive a $200 Best Buy gift card
First place will receive a $100 Best Buy gift card
Honorable mention will receive a video debut on the Masons of California YouTube channel
Send videos and signed releases to communications@freemason.org (put “Video contest” in the subject line) or mail to Communications c/o Video Contest, Grand Lodge of California, 1111 California St., San Francisco, CA 94108. Questions? E-mail Us. Start Date: 2011-07-01 End Date: 2011-09-01
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Freemasons Best Books http://www.MasonicBooks.Heisner.info/ Author John Heisner discusses the symbolism of Pythagorean philosophy in relation to Christianity and the rough ashlar.
Secrets of the Freemasons Book
If freedom is to permanently replace repression, the principles of Freemasonry must be put into practice by people and nations. In other words, as with most other matters upon which Masonry weighs in, it is more important that each individual is armed with the tools necessary to resist arbitrary power and rule than it is to arm the masses with weapons of human destruction.
One of the stone images carved into the interior of the chapel symbolizes a Green Man, which in certain religious studies has been associated with so-called pagan religions. After carefully studying those images, it appears more likely that the Green Man is consistent with a more Masonic interpretation of the Deity than of any other religion or philosophy. The depiction is clearly that of a man’s head with leafy vines growing from inside extending outward through the mouth and traveling upward forming a dense bushy vegetation.
Art is a seed of man’s spirituality, for from a simple sentence in a masterful work of literature, or from one line drawn in a painting flow messages and ideas that those who either read, or observe may interpret for their respective personal improvement. It is the basis for mankind’s regeneration, or transmutation from a state of unknowing to a state of knowing – much like the ancient alchemists transformed tin into gold. Thus, the Green Man symbolizes the wisdom which man acquires from the knowledge he has gained as a direct result of his growth in spiritual matters commencing with the mustard seed, or smallest particle of spiritual knowledge imparted to him.
THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Perfect Ashlar and Other Masonic Symbols, by John T. Lawrence. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766108341.
Introduction by Joseph Fort Newton. Contents: A System of Morality; The First Degree; The Meaning of Initiation; Entered, Passed, Raised; Imperfect Symbolism; The Third Degree; The Book of the Dead; The Christian Mysteries; The Mystical Fact; The Place of Darkness; Operative Masonry; The Old Charges; Living Stone; The Kabalah; The Divine Name; The Temple; The Builder; Craft Masonry.
The author presents 100 questions on the symbolism of Masonry, which he contends are things which every Mason should know. Following each question in the list, the author gives the page number(s) where the corresponding answer can be found. A great guide for any Mason, those interested in Masonic symbolism or Masonry in general.
This timely book begins with the history and legends of the Freemasons, from its medieval origins, through the age of Enlightenment and the Founding Fathers of the USA, to the Victorians and up to the present day. The importance of three-dimensional symbolism, Solomon's Temple, Egyptian influences, Classical architecture and the Lodge are all explored and illustrated with fabulous fine art images.
THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Signs and Symbols of Primordial Man, by Albert Churchward. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591050.
For more than 500 years, the symbology of Freemasonry has fostered a secret stream of radical ideas running just beneath the surface of popular culture today. These ideas, illuminated by public symbols hidden in full view, have influenced and shaped the society we have today. Despite this ongoing record of inspiration, no illustrated guide book to the basic ideas of Masonic Symbology has even been published and the story remains mysterious until now. This authoritative guide reveals how this symbology has been the backdrop to key historical events in the history of humanity from ancient times and how, in more recent times, inspired leaders have harnessed the symbols' power to bring about change in society. Renowned Freemasonry historian Dr. Robert Lomas takes you inside the Secret Order and shows you how Entered Apprentices first learn their craft, and how continual exposure to these mystical symbols can change the way you think. You'll explore the six mysterious Tracing Boards that are at the heart of every Masonic Grand Lodge, ending with the final, most mystical symbol, known as "the Centre." Let The Secret Power of Masonic Symbols be your personal guide and show you how these symbols have made their indelible mark on the past, and how they will continue to influence society in the future.
Interpretation of the symbolism of the Masonic Lodge. Contains considerations of the sources of these symbols. Underlying the ceremonies practiced by the Freemasons of the present day, there is a system of philosophy which is based on the lofty conception of the Most High God as a Being who indwells the Light, and is Himself "light." Those who are in fellowship with Him, enjoy His light, even in the dark. If, therefore, we would grasp the meaning and purpose of what is said and done in the Lodge, we must keep this fundamental thought uppermost in our mind. In His light shall we see light.
THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Arcana of Freemasonry, by Albert Churchward. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591069.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Acclaimed by Publishers Weekly as "a classic reference, dizzying in its breadth," this volume explores the themes underlying ancient mythology, philosophy, and religion. Hundreds of entries range from esoteric elements of Islamic and Christian history to arcane rituals practiced by Druids, Freemasons, alchemists, and other secret societies. 16 pages of color plates, 100 black-and-white illustrations.
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Title: Masonic Information Night Location: San Diego Scottish Rite Center Description: San Diego Scottish Rite will host the 2011Masonic Information Night on September 14th. Please bring prospective members & their families. Dinner is complimentary for all prospective candidates, the host Mason and their wives. The usual dinner cost applies to all other attendees. Come dine with us and enjoy an evening of fellowship and information.
Reservations are required. Please contact the Office of the General Secretary at (619) 293-4888 Start Time: 18:00 Date: 2011-09-14
