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Articles (61 articles) Published information
	Albert Pike "What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; What we have done for others and the world is immortal." Albert Pike	[1241 views]
	HISTORY OF AOMORI LODGE NO. 10 F&AM by WBro Sunao "Tony" Kanemitsu PM, 33º KCCH	[854 views]
	A Short Chronology of Masonry in Japan	[488 views]
	Mouth to Ear BY ERNEST BORGNINE	[605 views]
	Learning & Memorizing Ritual	[632 views]
	What do Masons do?	[581 views]
	Too Much Schooling and Not Enough Education	[757 views]
	Great Men Who Were/Are Masons	[777 views]
	Masonic Membership by Self-Initiative	[559 views]
	When is a man a Mason?	[587 views]
	PRINCE HALL	[674 views]
	Why We Open Meetings on the Master Mason Degree?	[638 views]
	Royal Arch history	[481 views]
	MASONIC PUBLIC AWARENESS PROGRAM	[537 views]
	Albert Pike	[516 views]
	Who is Albert Pike?	[494 views]
	MOZART, a Freemason	[954 views]
	Aomori Lodge #10 Past Masters	[626 views]
	Secret Order	[522 views]
	Exhibit Traces Influence of Freemasonry Found this article at http://www.mtararat44.org/content/view/98/51/	[486 views]
	The 25 Ancient Landmarks of Freemasonry Website content is Copyright (c)1809-2005 Mt. Ararat Lodge No. 44 A.F. & A.M. of Maryland.	[476 views]
	The 7 Liberal Arts & Sciences Written by Bro. Chad L. Marshall Thursday, 31 March 2005	[526 views]
	The Eye in the Pyramid	[527 views]
	More about being the Investigating Committe Short Talk Bulletin was written by Bro. Zelwin H. Eaton, P M. of Adair Lodge #366, Kirksville,...	[586 views]
	Freemasonry and Modern Japanese History By Tim Wangelin article found at Far East Lodge No. 1	[857 views]
	Masonry vs the Japanese Government: By Saburo Katagiri P.G.M. Grand Lodge of Japan This article is from Far East Lodge No. 1	[554 views]
	Tadasu Hayashi: The Japanese Diplomat Who Became An English Freemason By James L. Johnston PGM, Japan This article is fromFar East Lodge #1	[489 views]
	The Great Kanto Earthquake and Freemasonry's Charity By James L. Johnston, P.G.M. Grand Lodge of Japan From Far East Lodge #1	[576 views]
	The First American Oriented Masonic Lodge of Japan Paper #28 Presented by Carleton Atwater Published by the MASONIC LODGE OF RESEARCH OF CONNECTICUT 1974* from Far East Lodge #1	[1010 views]
	The Kirby Legacy By James L. Johnston, P.G.M. Grand Lodge of Japan This article is fromFar East Lodge #1	[919 views]
	THE DOUBLE-HEADED EAGLE AND WHENCE IT CAME By Bro. Arthur C. Parker, New York Here is the type of article that makes glad the heart of an editor. With its lack of guesswork and with its wide-sweeping learning, it may well serve as a model and an inspiration to budding students.	[681 views]
	DUE FORM SHORT TALK BULLETIN Vol.VI February, 1928 No.2 "All ritual is fortifying. Ritual is a natural necessity for mankind. The more things are upset, the more they fly to it. I abhor slovenly ritual anywhere. By the way, would you mind assisting at the examinations, if there are many visiting Brothers tonight? "You'll find some of 'em very rusty but - it's the Spirit, not the Letter, that giveth life. The question of visiting Brethren is an important one. There are so many of them in London now, you see; and so few places where they can meet."	[453 views]
	Order of the Eastern Star Article By And © Stephen Dafoe	[673 views]
	THE FELLOWSHIP OF MASONRY By Bro. John Lewin McLeish, Ohio AN ADDRESS BEFORE THE HYDE PARK MASONIC CLUB	[656 views]
	FIVE POINTS SHORT TALK BULLETIN Vol.IX May,1931 No.5	[494 views]
	FREE AND ACCEPTED SHORT TALK BULLETIN Vol.IX November, 1931 No.11	[294 views]
	Future of Freemasonry: Back To The Future Future of Freemasonry: Back To The Future © 2002 Cameron MacKay Introduction	[376 views]
	Some Notes on the Meaning of the Word "Freemason"	[318 views]
	Freemasonry: What Is It? Article By W. Bro. Stephen Dafoe http://www.masonicdictionary.com/freemasonry.html	[261 views]
	THE HOLY SAINTS JOHN By Bro. Benjamin Wellington Bryant, California	[384 views]
	Hiram Abif, The Man By Bro. David E.W. Williamson, Nevada - Source: The Builder - October 1923	[308 views]
	The Story Of Hiram Abiff William Harvey, J.P., F.S.A. (Scot.) Originally Published in 1944	[381 views]
	THE FOUR HIRAMS OF TYRE By Bro. A.S. Macbride, Scotland - Source: The Builder March - April 1917	[323 views]
	THE THREE LESSER LIGHTS By Bro. William H. Taylor, P.G.M., Philippine Islands - Source: The Builder September 1918	[251 views]
	The Lost Word By Bro. Arthur C. Parker, New York	[328 views]
	Meeting on the Level © 2002 by Bro. Bill Williams Masonic Education,Summerland 56 Presented 24 June 2002. Grand Lodge of BC&Y	[309 views]
	SO MOTE IT BE SHORT TALK BULLETIN Vol.V June, 1927 No.6	[277 views]
	THE MYSTIC TIE By Bro. Joseph Fort Newton, New York - Source: The Builder - June - 1920	[268 views]
	Order of the Eastern Star See Also Adoptive Masonry Article By And © Stephen Dafoe	[437 views]
	Perfection Is No Substitute For Excellence By W. Bro. George Steberl III Alpha Lodge #729 F & AM Kettering, OH Editor's Note: This article was written when W. Bro George was JW of his lodge.	[260 views]
	THE THREE SUPPORTING PILLARS OF A LODGE By Bro. H. A. Kingsbury, Connecticutt	[381 views]
	"A CERTAIN POINT WITHIN A CIRCLE" By Bro. William F. Bowe, Past Grand Commander, Georgia	[437 views]
	THE RUFFIANS SHORT TALK BULLETIN Vol.V September, 1927 No.9 Masonic Service Association of North America	[247 views]
	Profitability of Freemasonry Author Unknown Freemasons' Repository - originally presented in The Canadian Craftsman, Jan. 1898	[288 views]
	THE TRESTLE BOARD By Brother H.L. Haywood, Iowa - Source: The Builder - January 1923	[291 views]
	FICTION OF THE WEEPING VIRGIN by Robert B. Folger, 33° - Source: Stellar theology and Masonic Astronomy Robert Hewitt Brown-Published in 1892	[296 views]
	The Lost Word By Bro. Arthur C. Parker, New York	[242 views]
	WINDING STAIRWAY By Bro. Rogers H. Galt, Tennessee	[290 views]
	The Symbolic Degrees of Craft Masonry An Introduction To Freemasonry Article by W. Bro. Stephen Dafoe	[360 views]
	Freemasonry in Japan A long history of anti-Masonic propaganda has hindered the growth of Freemasonry in Japan.	[301 views]
	Freemasonry in Africa: A Brief History Freemasonry eventually reached the European colonies of Africa.	[428 views]

Masonic Essays (11 articles) Long essays on particular Masonic symbolism and history. Published Essays by WB Meij, PM. http://www3.tky.3web.ne.jp/~jafarr/favorite.htm
	WBro Harold Meij Masonic Background Published at http://www3.tky.3web.ne.jp/~jafarr/HMeij.html.	[665 views]
	The Snake What does the snake on Masonic aprons represent?	[717 views]
	The Great Seal of the USA Are there meanings to the symbols used in the Great Seal?	[472 views]
	The Knights of Malta What is the history of the Knights of Malta?	[665 views]
	The 47th Problem of Euclid Why is the 47th Problem used in some Past Master's jewels?	[653 views]
	The Breastplate of the High Priest What does this breastplate symbolize?	[656 views]
	Trestleboards(1st Degree) Understanding the symbolism and history of different trestleboards	[557 views]
	The Twelve Tribes of Israel The Ark is commonly known as the Ark of the Convenant, and is mentioned in the Bible as such.	[578 views]
	The Ark An overview of the 12 tribes, and introduction of a few of the theories as to what happened to them	[689 views]
	A Portrait of King Philip IV (Philip The Fair) An overview of the importance of King Philip IV in Freemasonry	[526 views]
	A Portrait of Cyrus II His decree started the rebuilding of the Temple	[490 views]

Short Masonic Lessons (25 articles) Short discussions on the background and meaning of symbols used in the Blue Lodge by WB Meij, PM. http://www3.tky.3web.ne.jp/~jafarr/Masless.htm
	The Master's Hat We know that the Master's Hat is worn in every meeting by the WM, but what significance does it have?	[509 views]
	“Beehive” The bee-hive is an important symbol in the third degree	[511 views]
	The Importance of Gloves Gloves are also seen as a symbol of power.	[521 views]
	The Meaning of Blue Symbolism and meaning of color is a very wide category of which numerous interpretations exist.	[1488 views]
	“Barefoot” In the first three degrees, the candidate is asked to become barefoot. Why is this?	[452 views]
	“Acacia” We know that the Acacia is one of the important symbols of the third degree, but what significance does it have?	[539 views]
	The Ashlar What does the ashlar signify, and why is it so key to Masonry?	[457 views]
	What is the Symbolism of Stairs (Jacob’s Ladder)? The stairs also play an important role in two other parts of Freemasonry	[507 views]
	The “Golden Fleece” and The Star and Garter What is a Golden Fleece and Star and Garter?	[509 views]
	The Meaning of Laurel what does the laurel represent?	[442 views]
	Symbolism of the censer Incense is often used to purify the air. In many religious ceremonies this is taken a step further	[483 views]
	The Meaning of the Hour Glass The Hour glass is mentioned in the Third degree lecture, where it is explained that it is an emblem of human life.	[496 views]
	The Pomegranates The word pomegranate comes from the French words pome grenate, or apple with many seeds.	[595 views]
	The Symbolism of the Anchor The anchor is first seen in the third degree lecture, where we are taught that it is a symbol of a well-grounded hope.	[489 views]
	The Symbolism of Network unity is not the only symbolism associated with nets.	[497 views]
	Cornucopia Cornucopia is also known as “the horn of plenty” and it is the emblem of the Stewards.	[543 views]
	Time Many brethren would have noticed that in their Masonic Diploma, the date, for example 1999, is shown as 5999. Why is that?	[553 views]
	The Importance of the Scythe The scythe is often associated with destruction. However, upon deeper reflection, the scythe also cuts the old to make way for the new - and thus the cycle of life repeats itself.	[468 views]
	The Symbolism associated with the north Why is it that the north has been associated with a place of darkness?	[450 views]
	The Symbolism of the Axe The axe is one of the oldest tools of modern man. As with so many symbols, it has an dualistic association, in this case representing both destruction and creation.	[489 views]
	The Cabletow What is interesting is the term is used as “my cabletow”, implying that it is an individual thing, and hence unique.	[547 views]
	The Pelican The Pelican is a central symbol used in the 18th Degree	[483 views]
	The Symbolism of the Sword The sword has a classic duality to it. In most cultures, any weapon symbolizes power - but this power can go both ways.	[588 views]
	The Symbolism of the Veil The white veil signified the earth, the blue veil signified the air, the purple veil signified the sea (because the purple color comes from murex, a shell-fish) and red signified fire.	[488 views]
	Symbolism of Charcoal We learn in the first degree lecture, that EA’s serve their Masters with “Freedom, Fervency and Zeal”, symbolized by chalk and charcoal and clay. Why charcoal?	[548 views]

Publications (11 articles) Brochures and Handbooks
	TO THE CANDIDATE FOR THE DEGREES OF FREEMASONRY: This publication was approved by the Committee on Publications-1962 Grand Lodge of Japan F&AM …	[547 views]
	Origin of Freemasonry How did Freemasonry originate?	[512 views]
	Masonic Etiquette, Protocol and Decorum Masonic Education Series Handbook From the Concord Lodge #307 Vienna, Virginia 1995 Website	[922 views]
	Encylopedia Definition of Freemasonry Encylopedia Definition of Freemasonry	[644 views]
	What is Freemasonry? This is the text of a leaflet published by the Board of General Purposes of the United Grand Lodge of England in 1984.	[596 views]
	Have you ever considered becoming a Mason? Freemasonry is the oldest, largest Fraternity in the world.	[501 views]
	A Brief History of Freemasonry in Japan - published by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of F&AM of Japan	[455 views]
	DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES of GL of F&AM of Japan Adopted by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Japan, February 25, 1958.	[485 views]
	Frequently Asked Questions by GL of Maine..	[589 views]
	WHY SHOULD I JOIN THE SCOTTISH RITE? This question is often asked by Master Masons. Perhaps it may be answered, at least partially, here. Certainly, every real Mason desires all the Masonry that is possible for him to acquire.	[492 views]
	HAVE YOU INVITED A MASTER MASON TO JOIN YOU IN THE RITE?	[488 views]

Appendant Bodies (10 articles) Higher Bodies, Sister and Child divisions of Freemasonry.
	3º - Master Master Mason is explained.	[606 views]
	2º - Fellow-Craft Deep Definition of the Fellow-Craft	[486 views]
	1º - Apprentice Deep Definition of the 1st Degree Apprenticeship.	[490 views]
	Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite	[453 views]
	The York Rite	[451 views]
	Mystic Shriners	[525 views]
	The Eastern Star	[455 views]
	The International Order of DeMolay	[467 views]
	The International Order of the Rainbow Girls	[510 views]
	Other Masonic Organizations	[483 views]

Masonic Humor (7 articles) Laughter is one of the best remedy for all...
	Tyled..	[643 views]
	Donation	[583 views]
	Lecture..	[572 views]
	2nd Degree	[632 views]
	Old Cup	[546 views]
	Beer man	[546 views]
	Hang Man	[562 views]