Historically, Masonic tradition makes a clear distinction between “operative” and “speculative” Freemasons, the difference being that the former work with real stone and the latter use the tools of stone construction to teach moral lessons.
Nowadays, Freemasonry is only speculative. But the members of Tehachapi Masonic Lodge and the Scottish Rite from Bakersfield will be acting as operative masons to assist in the construction of a stone walking-labyrinth like the one pictured above in Philip Marx Central Park, Tehachapi, CA.
Of course, since this type of labyrinth is a traditional symbol of finding one’s true self on the path of life, one could argue that they will be working in a speculative capacity as well.
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Well, after a few bad Masonic news posts in a row, I thought it was about time to highlight some of the great stuff going on in the Fraternity. Here’s a sampling of our tenets in action:
King Solomon Lodge No. 60 recognizes the outstanding academic achievements of ten high school students with scholarships. Story here.
Idaho Lodge installs a sidewalk for an elderly woman struggling with her walker over uneven path. Story here.
English Masons purchase equipment for a pre-school. Story here.
Canadian Masons provide child id kits. Story here.
Prince Hall Masons raise money for cancer patient. Story here.
Massachusetts Masons raise money for food pantry. Story here.
And this is just a sampling of the good works from the past month alone. Good job guys!
Like the look of that beehive graphic above? Get it as free Masonic clip art here.
Please Brethren, don’t forget to bookmark this site with the button right below the post — especially this post as it would be great to get the word out about all these good works!
Well, this is sad news (and I apologize for having two downer posts in a row!) but it must be reported. After over a hundred years, the venerable Masonic Home run by the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire is closing for lack of funds and occupancy. This is especially unfortunate because the Grand Lodge had recently chartered a special lodge and lodge room there in the facility so that lodges from around the state could visit and hold meetings there for the resident Brethren without special dispensation from Grand Lodge — and folks were quite enthusiastic about is. Read more about is here.
New Hampshire Masonic Home, early 1900's
