What Is The Best Thing You Like About
Being a Freemason?


What is the best thing you like about being a Freemason? 

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Third Generation Mason 
I got the feeling that finally, I found here the way to work on myself with all the freedom I need. Working this way, I understood what Brotherhood …

I Have Been a Mason for 63 Years 
I was raised a mason in 1951 by my father. My grandfather, my sons, my grand sons are and were Masons. while I was forced to pursue my efforts to raise …

Not Even A Freemason Yet... 
I have recently petitioned to a local lodge and have been honored to pass the formal interview with a unanimous yes vote. The ballot for my acceptance …

Ive been a Freemason for 47 years. 
I petitioned the lodge because of my great respect for two special men in my life, my grandfather, and the father of my best friend. I wanted to be like …

Moral and Upright Men 
I joined the Masons because I was exposed to them while attending their community dinners and breakfasts in my village. The Masonic members that I …

New Prince Hall Entered Apprentice 
I became a Mason for fellowship and guidance. Now, the knowledge is what I seek. I remember first seeing the symbol as a child and wondering what …

I Was Raised To Be A Master Mason in 2011 At Age 59 
My Masonic journey started very late in life, but my zeal for association with such great men is no less than that of a 20 year old. I enjoy my memory …

Been a Mason for 10 Years 
The brotherly love, honesty and true friendship can be found in the lodges, and in this day and age of corruption, violence and anarchy, it is a …

My First Year As A Freemason 
I spent many years reading online about Freemasonry and just never took that 1st step. I didn't know anyone that was a Mason to ask so I didn't bother. …

I'VE BEEN A MASON FOR A YEAR 
I've been a Mason for a year. I enjoy the Craft because of the guidelines and examples we hold for the community. We always help people that can't help …

I'VE BEEN A MASON FOR THREE YEARS 
I joined Freemasonry when I was 30. I've been a Mason for three years. It improves social skills and confidence in more ways than any other social outlet …

26 YEAR MASON  
As a 26 year Mason and 25 year student of Freemasonry, I like Freemasonry because the Holy Bible is the centerpiece of the lodge. It complements my Christian …

I Want To Become a Mason 
I want to join Freemason because it is good fraternal organization and they are doing so many good thing for example making the world be a better place, …

Brainwashed by Freemasonry 
I've never been a part of the freemasonry, but I've done a bit of research. I know for a fact that the so called "Masonic Holy Bible" does not derive from …

I've Been a Mason One Year 
I have been a Mason for a little better than a year. I think I have missed something. I went through the degrees so fast that I don't know a whole lot …

WHY BECOME A FREEMASON 
WHY I BECAME A FREEMASON It started as a curiosity to me. I've been hearing a lot of myths about FREEMASONS. That they were A MYSTICAL, …

Learn About Freemasonry 
I've just become a Mason, or as it is apparently said, "Freemason", and I'm excited to come forth seeking knowledge specifically found in the symbolism …

FREEMASONRY IS ALL ABOUT
BROTHERLY LOVE, RELIEF AND TRUTH.
 
It started as a curiosity to me. I've been hearing a lot of myths about FREEMASONS. That they were A MYSTICAL, SECRET SOCIETY. That when you reach the …

Raised to Master Mason July 19, 2014 Not rated yet
Masonry helps good men become better men. I became a Mason to become a better man. I asked a friend who is now the Worshipful Master of my Lodge about …

I am a Mason for about 10 years Not rated yet
Freemasonry teach you the truth, make you enlighten.

From Demolay to Master and Past Master Not rated yet
Becoming a mason is the pinnacle of progression... as it pertains to Spirituality, Manhood and Life. It is the map to Self success, with the Bible …

Just became a Fellowcraft. EA:1/15/14, FC:4/7/14 Not rated yet
Much of history from 1719 forward is rooted in Masonry. Men such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and Paul Revere all walked this path. I find …

I'm A Newly Raised Master Mason. Not rated yet
I joined the Masons because both my Grandfathers were Masons and they were two of the best men I've ever known. I strive everyday to show the same …

I've Been a Mason for 7 Years Not rated yet
I’ve been a mason for 7 years and sometimes I often ask myself why I continued into a fraternity which those family men before me talked so highly about …

2nd Degree Fellowcraft Mason  Not rated yet
My name is Jason Ray Lusk. I am a 2nd degree Fellowcraft Mason from Beckley WV, Lodge No.95. The reason I petitioned to become a Freemason is because …

Raised July 14, 2011 Not rated yet
I became a Mason to honor my father and what he stood for... I am a fourth generation Mason. I belive that I have honored my father, and now I am honoring …

Just Became a Mason Not rated yet
I've met several Masons thru the years and always been interested in the organization. I always said someday when I had the time to devote to it, I'd …

I've Been a Mason for 4 Years Not rated yet
It gives me confidence in being myself...surrounded, respected, and appreciated by men (most older than myself), I get a sense of belonging to a community …

Brand New E.A. in Texas Not rated yet
Hello Brothers, Just this past week, I joined Brooklyn Lodge in TX. I have to say that my heart pounded at points during my initiation ceremony, as …

Why Become a Freemason? Not rated yet
Why did I become a Freemason? I was certainly impressed by men I knew to be Masons, including my father and two of my brothers. My father died before …

I've been a Master Mason For 3 Years  Not rated yet
I have been a Master Mason for 3 years... since 9/10/2010. I like the fellowship and the charity work the fraternity does. I have already obtained …

Brotherly Love and Affection Not rated yet
I came to Freemasonry at a time when I was unsure of my future and the boost of self-confidence I got by being accepted as a brother by my parent's peers, …

Brand New E.A.  Not rated yet
I wanted to be in a fraternal order. I looked at several: Elks, Moose, Odd Fellows, the usual culprits. OF were rather novel, but once novelty wears …

I Just Became a New Mason Not rated yet
It took awhile to get in. I predominantly came in for the schooling. The lessons were of interest. The positive reinforcement was a plus and I never expected …

I JUST BECAME A MASON Not rated yet
I felt the urge to be a member of some sort of society for years- for friendship, activities, to 'conspire' together to accomplish good works, all this …

12 Years as a Mason Not rated yet
After 12 years as a Mason, here are some of the things I like: 1. The brotherhood. 2.The charity work that is done. 3.The different degrees …

I Just Became a Master Mason. Not rated yet
I just became a Master Mason at King Solomon Temple Parktown Germiston The total sense of RESPECT and Brotherly Love. Show me any other place you can …

A Different Way to See the World Not rated yet
As a person of character, I like to surround myself with people who have like-minded virtues. Becoming a Freemason is a rewarding experience and I encourage …

I Have Been a Mason Just Over 42 Years Not rated yet
Through my journey through apprentice to craft, then finally, Master Mason, I enjoy the wisdom I receive in order to live my life in the smallest aspect. …

I Have Been a Mason for a Year Not rated yet
Hi everyone, My name is Fabian Perez, and I have been a Mason for one year. I really enjoy being a part of this great fraternity because all I have …

Always Admired & Idolized My Late Grandfather
who was a Freemason
 Not rated yet
I first gazed upon my grandfather's huge photograph of him wearing his Masonic apron along with the symbols on them & with a sash has fascinated me …

I JUST BECAME A MASON Not rated yet
The brothers that you meet are all of a like mind. They have the same goals, they are all good people and a joy to know

I Just Became a Master Mason 3 Weeks Ago Not rated yet
I joined back in December. I asked my dad about 10 years ago and he said that he would be happy if I joined and I love the brotherly love and fellowship …

Past Grand Master
and 35-year member
 Not rated yet
I am a Past Grand Master and 35 year member of the Freemason fraternity. Following is a shortened version of my speech to candidates that I used while …

29 Years as a Freemason Not rated yet
Ive been a Mason for 29yrs and I had my trying days in the first years of my being a Master. Yet, since that time, in my 29 years as a Freemason, I have …

I Have Been a Mason for 33 Years Not rated yet
I Have Been a Mason for 33 Years The truth is, I found God as my salvation in 1961. As a lot of us do, I took my eyes off God for a while. When I …

I Joined the Masons in 1964 Not rated yet
I joined the Masons in 1964. My Father and Uncle were both Masons and very good living people, so it was very easy for me to see the good in Freemasonry. …

I'VE BEEN A MASON FOR 25 YEARS Not rated yet
1.THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN THE BROTHERHOOD IN THE WORLD. 2.TO BETTER MYSELF. 3.TO BE AMONGST GOOD MEN. 4.TO BE A EXAMPLE 24 HOURS A DAY FOR …

I Just Became a Mason Not rated yet
The overwhelming feeling I get the more I study and perfect my lesson can not be described with words. I have made so many friendships with good people. …

I've Been a Mason for 4 years... Not rated yet
I've been a Mason for 4 years and I love it! I like that it helps me to remember to treat others as equals. It helps me to keep a charitable mindset and …

I Became a Mason Several Years Ago  Not rated yet
I became a Mason several years ago. I really was looking to become a better man and I wanted to surround myself with better people. I think Masonry …

A Mason 2 Years and Going Strong Not rated yet
I became a Mason in part, due to my Grandfather. I checked out a couple local lodges and decided on Braden #168 in St Paul, MN. The diversity of men …



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