Tag: Midnight Freemasons
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Not Leadership
Freemasonry shouldn’t focus on leadership training, but on unique philosophies and self-improvement. Skip the leadership workshops, join Toastmasters instead. Attract leaders, don’t manufacture them. Focus on the “Grand Architect” within, not the ladder climb. Read more
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Unseen In Plain Sight
Discusses interpretation of the symbol using the circumpunct and two parallel lines within Freemasonry. The author challenges traditional explanations of the symbol’s meaning and explores its possible geometric and symbolic significance. This leads to a deeper understanding of its potential representations, including the candidate at the altar and the balance of polarities within Masonic symbolism. Read more
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To Win Big, Think Small
The article “To Win Big, Think Small” by WB Christopher Hathaway emphasizes the value of setting achievable goals and focusing on small wins to achieve success. Whether in Freemasonry, financial management, or personal growth, the author advocates for breaking down big objectives into manageable tasks and paying attention to details. Read more
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Master’s Message
The post discusses a recent entry on the Midnight Freemasons website that resonated with the writer due to personal experiences. Titled “What Does YOUR Behavior Say About Freemasonry?” by Todd E. Creason, it reflects on the impact of behavior on Freemasonry. Read more
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What Does YOUR Behavior Say About Freemasonry?
Todd E. Creason writes about his experience as a Freemason, expressing concern over members’ behavior on social media and their representation of the fraternity. He highlights the importance of upholding the values and traditions of Freemasonry, emphasizing the need for members to serve as positive examples to others. Read more
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Freemasonry & Labor Day: Is there a Connection?
Labor Day, initially celebrated on September 5th, 1882, now falls on the first Monday in September. The holiday’s origins are attributed to labor leaders Peter McGuire and Mathew Maguire. McGuire, a carpenter, expressed sentiments resembling Freemasonry, but neither he nor Maguire had verifiable ties to the fraternity. Read more
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Truman’s Entered Apprentice Reply
Harry Truman addressed the issue of individuals wearing Masonic symbols before completing the first three degrees. He emphasized the importance of reasoning with such individuals to discourage premature display of affiliation. Truman’s stance reflects a concern for upholding the integrity of the Fraternity. Read more
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