Tag: St. John the Baptist
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The Circumpunct
The First Degree ritual of Freemasonry teaches about the point within a circle, symbolizing a brother’s duty. This symbol has further allusions in alchemy, astrology, and Pythagorean philosophy, representing the Monad and cosmic consciousness. In the Zohar, Kether is associated with the name of God. The numeric representation of Pi reflects God’s infinity. Read more
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Sts. John Days. June 24- December 27
The Craft of Freemasonry honors the days of St. John the Baptist on June 24 and St. John the Evangelist on December 27, seeing them as symbolizing important teachings. These celebrations have ancient roots in sun and fire worship. The choice of these saints reflects their alignment with the principles of Freemasonry. Read more
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Happy St. John’s Day
Celebrating St. John’s Day and extending congratulations to fellow Masonic members assuming new positions within the fraternity. Read more
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St. John the Baptist
On June 3, 1851, the Alexandria Gazette announced that the Front Royal Lodge No. 102 would celebrate St. John the Baptist on June 24 with a procession and Masonic address, inviting neighboring Lodges and traveling brothers in good standing. Read more
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Masonic Celebration
A member of Front Royal Lodge No. 102 served as “Marshal of the day” at Cassia Lodge No. 142 procession for St. John Baptist Anniversary, with 70-80 Masons. (Source: Sentinel of the Valley, July 3, 1845) Read more
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Masonic Address
On July 21, 1842, the Alexandria Gazette advertised a Masonic Address delivered by J. L. Fauntleroy to Front Royal Lodge No. 102 on St. John the Baptist anniversary. Read more
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Invitation to Celebrate
On June 22, 1822, the Winchester Gazette reported that Hiram Lodge No. 21 and Triluminar Lodge No. 117 invited Front Royal Lodge No. 102 to celebrate St. John the Baptist on June 24, 1822 and dedicate the new hall of Hiram Lodge. Read more
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Hiram Hall Dedication
The brethren of Hiram Lodge No. 21 Winchester and Triluminar Lodge No. 117 Brucetown will celebrate St. John the Baptist’s anniversary on June 24th. The dedication of the new Hiram Lodge hall will take place at 10 o’clock in Winchester, with a sermon at the Lutheran Church. All transient brethren are invited to attend. Read more
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Unto Thee, Great God, Belongs
This hymn is referenced in an advertisement for the anniversary of St. Johns the Baptist at Salem Lodge No. 81, sung in the tune of Emerald Gates. The song expresses gratitude to God and promotes charity and brotherhood. It is from the book “Psalms and Hymns” by Robert Hoare, published in 1815. Read more
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