Some
Reasons why Master Masons join the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry
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To every Master Mason who is desirous of more light and a
better understanding of Freemasonry, the Scottish Rite
appeals, Because: |
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IT offers an unsurpassed field for the study of Masonry. |
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IT enlarges upon and explains and applies the symbols of
Masonry. |
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IT exemplifies and makes clear the truths and allegory of
the Blue Lodge. |
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IT presents an unequaled opportunity for the practical
demonstration of the teachings of Freemasonry. |
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IT gives you a fellowship in its literature, with the
deepest minds and purest character of Freemasonry. |
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IT allows you to participate in the glorious work of
spreading the propaganda of the Fatherhood of God and the
Brotherhood of Man. |
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IT gives you a greater incentive to higher thoughts and
nobler deeds, because of a greater knowledge of your
responsibilities and the history of the institutions of
the Scottish Rite. |
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IT creates within you a greater love for chivalry; a
greater respect for philosophy, and a never-ending love
for your mother Lodge. |
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IT enjoins on every Brother the support of the American
Public School, non-partisan, non-sectarian, efficient,
democratic; for all the children of the people; equal
educational opportunities for all. |
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IT inculcates patriotism, love of the flag, respect for
law and order and undying loyalty to constitutional
government. |
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IT carries out the sublime principles of Masonry by
cooperating in every way with the Blue Lodge, by
maintaining an ever-increasing interest in Masonry. |
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IT brings the Brethren from various Lodges together at
frequent intervals whereby the spirit of Brotherhood and
Fraternity is reflected in everyday living. |
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those who are interested in securing a broader
understanding of Freemasonry and desirous of enlisting in
a campaign as a militant champion of the American Public
School and upholding and fostering of the American Way of
Life, the Scottish Rite is an effective instrument for
the promotion and maintenance of these objectives. |