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Originally posted by Leveller
This was probably nothing to do with Freemasonry though. Just a couple of good friends of your Grandfather's making their own personal goodbyes.
Originally posted by just_a_pilot
. My question is this. Was what they were saying part of the Masons *speeches*? sorry I couldn't think of the word I was looking for. If so does anyone have a copy of the Mason eulogy?
Originally posted by Masonic Light
"From time immemorial it has been the custom of Free Masons, at the request of a deceased Brother or his family, to accompany his remains to the place of interment, and there deposit it with the formalities of our Fraternity. In conformance with this ancient custom, we have here assembled in the character of Free Masons in order to offer up to our deceased Brother, before the world, the last tribute of our affections."
At this time, the Chaplain will offer prayer, and read several comforting verses from the Bible. Then, the Brother's Apron is presented and explained by the Master, and deposited on the coffin. The Sprig of Acacia is then also presented and explained. Finally, a closing benediction is given, and the Lodge escorts the presiding minister and family from the graveside.
Originally posted by Masonic Light
Originally posted by just_a_pilot
. My question is this. Was what they were saying part of the Masons *speeches*? sorry I couldn't think of the word I was looking for. If so does anyone have a copy of the Mason eulogy?
All Masons may be interred with Masonic honors if they wish, but the actual Funeral Rite differs from place to place. Usually, it begins with the Worshipful Master addressing the mourners something like this:
"From time immemorial it has been the custom of Free Masons, at the request of a deceased Brother or his family, to accompany his remains to the place of interment, and there deposit it with the formalities of our Fraternity. In conformance with this ancient custom, we have here assembled in the character of Free Masons in order to offer up to our deceased Brother, before the world, the last tribute of our affections."
At this time, the Chaplain will offer prayer, and read several comforting verses from the Bible. Then, the Brother's Apron is presented and explained by the Master, and deposited on the coffin. The Sprig of Acacia is then also presented and explained. Finally, a closing benediction is given, and the Lodge escorts the presiding minister and family from the graveside.