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This weekend’s video “The Four Crowned Ones’ tells of a legend that holds a significant, albeit enigmatic, place in Masonic tradition. Revered as the patron saints of builders, these early Christian martyrs, though often confused in historical accounts, are commemorated for their steadfast faith and refusal to renounce their beliefs, even under the threat of…
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This weekend, the next video selected by our Channel Members ‘The legend of the Four Crowned Ones’ holds a significant, albeit enigmatic, place in Masonic tradition. Revered as the patron saints of builders, these early Christian martyrs, though often confused in historical accounts, are commemorated for their steadfast faith and refusal to renounce their beliefs,…
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“Illustrated by Symbols” explores the essence of Freemasonry as a “system of morality veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols.” It delves into the significance of symbols in Masonic teaching, arguing that symbols allow for a breadth and depth of meaning that plain definitions cannot achieve. The use of symbols transcends mere intellectual understanding, appealing…
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Good evening Quarrymen This weekend’s presentation “Illustrated by Symbols” explores the essence of Freemasonry as a “system of morality veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols.” It delves into the significance of symbols in Masonic teaching, arguing that symbols allow for a breadth and depth of meaning that plain definitions cannot achieve. The use of…
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This weekend a really special presentation from the pen of W.L Wilmshurst. “The Book of the Perfect Lodge” is a profound exploration of the symbolic roles and spiritual significance of the various officers within a Masonic Lodge. Authored as a Lodge Paper in 1928 for the Lodge of Living Stones, No. 4957, this text delves…
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Good evening Quarrymen and welcome to our new Channel Apprentice ‘Vegana Piranha’ 🥂🥳 This weekend a really special presentation from the pen of W.L Wilmshurst. “The Book of the Perfect Lodge” is a profound exploration of the symbolic roles and spiritual significance of the various officers within a Masonic Lodge. Authored as a Lodge Paper…
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In this video, WBro. Harvey Lovewell explores the intricate relationship between religious fundamentalism and Freemasonry, delving into the roots of anti-Masonic sentiment and the reasons behind it. Lovewell scrutinizes the historical and contemporary contexts that have led to the vilification of Freemasonry by various religious groups, particularly those with fundamentalist or extremist ideologies. By defining…
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Good evening Quarrymen In this weekend’s video, WBro. Harvey Lovewell explores the intricate relationship between religious fundamentalism and Freemasonry, delving into the roots of anti-Masonic sentiment and the reasons behind it. Lovewell scrutinizes the historical and contemporary contexts that have led to the vilification of Freemasonry by various religious groups, particularly those with fundamentalist or…
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In “Concerning Cosmic Consciousness,” W. L. Wilmshurst explores the profound experiences of heightened awareness and spiritual awakening, as described in Dr. Richard Maurice Bucke’s seminal work, “Cosmic Consciousness.” Wilmshurst reflects on the transformative nature of these experiences, characterized by an overwhelming sense of unity with the cosmos and an intuitive understanding of life’s deeper truths.…
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Good evening Quarrymen … coming this weekend Welcome and thanks to our new YouTube channel member in the last week BugsWisely. This week’s video, selected by our wonderful Master and Fellowcraft channel members, is another work by the estimable W.L. Wilmshurst. It is not specifically Masonic in content but speaks to themes that are endemic…
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In “Some Deeper Aspects of Masonic Symbolism” by Arthur Edward Waite, the author explores the intricate and profound symbolism embedded within Masonic traditions, transcending the superficial interpretations often encountered in common Masonic literature. Waite delves into the moral and spiritual dimensions of Masonic allegory, particularly focusing on the three Craft Degrees—Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft, and Master…
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Good evening Quarrymen … coming this weekend Welcome and thanks to our new channel members in the last week: This weekend, an enlightening work from the pen of the doyen of Edwardian Esotericism, A. E. Waite.
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A collection of reflections on different aspects of Masonic History from the archive:
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Good evening Quarrymen This weekend, another selection of ‘hidden gems’ from the Archive … ‘Aspects of Masonic History’. Premiering on YouTube Saturday 20 July. A warm welcome and thanks to our new Channel Members!
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Here’s a video that is sure to cause some controversy in the comments! W.Bro. A Israel’s (undated) presentation gives a measured, factual and reasoned explanation of the origins and false claims that underlie the long-established conspiracy theory linking Freemasonry with a worldwide Jewish conspiracy for domination of the globe. It is so bizarre that it…
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Good evening Quarrymen This weekend, as selected by our Fellowcraft level Channel members, discover the truth behind the enduring myth of the Judaeo-Masonic conspiracy. We’ll delve into the origins of this baseless narrative, tracing its roots to 18th-century French Jesuit Abbé Barruel and the notorious “Protocols of the Elders of Zion.” Learn how these falsehoods…
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By W. L. WILMSHURST, P.M. 275, P.P.G.Reg. West Yorks. This week’s long form video features a Wonderful piece of High Esoteric Masonry from the Edwardian period. I have edited a number of sections for brevity’s sake, but the full text is readily available online. If you enjoy this type of content, please consider supporting the…
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