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Originally posted by mindash
.... and from what i gather it seems that freemasonry is very tied to this concept but as i said seeing all of those whom are already a part of it that i know and seeing the kind of people they are i have to question if this is something i truely want to be a part of.
Originally posted by mindash
as well as being very financially set i dont have quite the funds one must have to join wich
Originally posted by mindash
.... it shouldnt be a factor in my opinion as far as elegibility for membership goes,
Originally posted by mindash
very much thanks for your insight and for clearing some things up for me.
Originally posted by mindash
im not sure on yearly dues but i think the initial fee for joining memebership if im certain i could be wrong tho is around 250$ if not more where im located
Originally posted by mindash
manya mason i know seems to be to be attuned to neither and the only thing i ever see them doing really is attending meetings and then getting drunk
Originally posted by timinem
Yes it is the same way at my lodge. None of the brothers that are active members at the lodge a go to drink very often if at all. That is based on being around them and things like that. One time we did have a few brothers visit from England that asked what pub we went to after the meeting. It could be like you said and maybe some of the brothers sway from some of the masonic beliefs.
Originally posted by PrinceHall06
Thus, the reason for the "Shrine" which despite all its philanthropic works.....is considered the "Playhouse" of Masonry, where you can go and have a tall glass of "Camel's Milk". But in regards to Alcoholic drinks, i have found or remember nothing in all the various oaths and obligations that I have taken that EXPRESSLY FORBIDS the imbibing of alcoholic beverages...there are some that admonish against excess however
Originally posted by Masonic Light
I agree completely. In the Old Charges, it is said that one of the duties of the Junior Warden is oversee the Craft during Refreshment, and to guard against intemperance.
Originally posted by Appak
Also, if one reviews one's obligations it is interesting to note that no ritual that I have EVER read says "I furthermore promise and swear that I will not solicit membership."
Originally posted by Roark
We still use it.
Can you remember what replaced this section of the JW's Charge in your jurisdiction?
Originally posted by Masonic Light
In the Old Charges, it is said that one of the duties of the Junior Warden is oversee the Craft during Refreshment, and to guard against intemperance.