Learn more about the principles, traditions, and teachings of Freemasonry. This category provides informative articles covering the history, structure, symbolism, and values of the Craft, offering both members and the public a clearer understanding of what Freemasonry represents. Whether you are new to Freemasonry or seeking deeper knowledge, these resources aim to educate, inform, and promote a greater appreciation of the fraternity and its role in society.
RW Bro Geoff Edwards – Deputy Grand Master GLSA Introduction In this article, we will examine just a few of the questions which are often asked about our Ancient Craft. We do not pretend to attempt to answer all of your questions or to explore Freemasonry in a great amount of detail. Freemasonry has existed … Read more
The District Grand Lodge of Natal (English Constitution) gratefully acknowledges that this paper was inspired by a book entitled The Making of a Mason’ which served as a model and catalyst for this and subsequent papers. The author of the book, Bro George Draffen of Newington, OBE, O.St.J, RW Past Depute Grand Master of the … Read more
“The District Grand Lodge of Natal (EC) gratefully acknowledges inspiration from a book ‘The Making of a Mason’ which served as a model and catalyst for this Series. The author, Bro George Draffen of Newington, OBE, OStJ, Past Depute Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Scotland is also Past Junior Grand Deacon in the … Read more
Shared by Bro Gerrit Roebert Ockers DGMentor KwazuluNatal-Author Unknown Every candidate for initiation into the mysteries of Freemasonry must meet certain essential conditions. These qualifications are of two kinds: Internal and External. The internal qualifications are those that arise from within the individual—his motives, intentions, and personal disposition. The external qualifications relate to his outward … Read more
Shared by Bro Gerrit Roebert Ockers DGMentor KwazuluNatal-Author Unknown Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest fraternal societies. The lessons Freemasonry teaches in its ceremonies are to do with moral values (governing relations between people) and its acknowledgement, without in any way crossing the boundaries of religion that everything depends on the providence of God. … Read more