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What qualifications does one need to apply?
You need to believe in God and be an upstanding, good person.
What are the benefits of becoming a Freemason?
Nothing they'll tell you about :)
It's a community. Like any community, they will support each other and the community that their lodge is in.
Where would one apply to become a Freemason?
Wander into your local lodge or call the Grand Lodge in your area. Alternatively, if you see someone with a masonic ring, car sticker, or whatever... ask him about it.
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you have to petition for membership (I did something similiar with the Knights of Columbus)- its just a simple form and then you meet and talk with some people. No big deal.
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Where can I get a petition?
You may obtain a petition for membership by one of three ways.
You may print it out by following this link.
http://nhgrandlodge.org/___Becoming_a_Mason/Petition/petition.html
By contacting a lodge local to you. You can find one by following this link. (info at bottom of this page)
By asking a Mason for one.
Once you have filled it out, you may give it to a Freemason or the Secretary of a Lodge and they will guide you through the rest of the application process.
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see this website for more info:
http://nhgrandlodge.org/___Becoming_a_Mason/becoming_a_mason.html
Here's one lodge in Nashua. There are more listed in google, but I'd probably check this one out first...
Masonic Grand Lodge
813 Beech St
Manchester, NH 03104-3136
(603) 668-8744
nhgrandlodge.org
as someone who joined an organization recently, I'd say check around. Lodges are different, same rules and all, but different activities. Different age group of members would be another factor. The KOC lodge I joined is all people my grandfathers age and we don't click. I didn't realize but theres a KOC lodge not far from my house which is younger people... So I'd say ask questions before you join. Ask about members age group. Ask activities..
Benefits would be networking opportunities. People like to do business with people they know. They know you if you are in their lodge.. I'm sure there are other benefits ( seat at the right hand of the creator on judgement day, an insight into the secrets of the universe, a cool apron, discounted insurance, unique hats, nice pins and watch fobs..), but your mileage may vary.. Networking would be the number one benefit for me. Join to have fun and meet like minded people..
Good luck in you quest!
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They will then want to meet you and discuss Freemasonry, After this an Investigative committee, of their Lodge, will then want to meet you, for a question and answer session.
They will look into seeing if you are of a good and moral character or not.
Then their will be a Ballot by the members to see if you are good candidate for their lodge, and if you are you will recieve the date of your admission.
The Benefits of being a Freemason is the brotherhood or community, and knowing that you are helping others and yourself make a positive difference in the world we live in.
The Qualifcations are you must have a good reputation, Be 21 years or older, Believe in a Supreme Being, Be self supportive, and supportive of your family, live with good morals and ethics, desire to make a difference through your actions, and to always improve yourself, community, and life. You must be joining under your own Free will.
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Become a Free Mason http://www.masonic-lodge-of-education.com/become-a-free-mason.html
Joining FreeMasonry
http://www.masonicinfo.com/member.htm
Here is a List of FreeMasonry Lodges from around the world:
https://freemasonry.org/index.php?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=83
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In any case, a lot of people believe the masons to be some deep dark organization bent on world domination. This is not true at all. They are merely a very spiritual organization with deep-seated Christian values and their only goal is to help support their members. The female version of the Freemasons is Eastern Star.
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July 25, 2009 02:17 PM
What does someone need to do to become a Freemason?
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What are the benefits of becoming a Freemason?
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| July 25, 2009 03:06 PM |
You need to believe in God and be an upstanding, good person.
What are the benefits of becoming a Freemason?
Nothing they'll tell you about :)
It's a community. Like any community, they will support each other and the community that their lodge is in.
Where would one apply to become a Freemason?
Wander into your local lodge or call the Grand Lodge in your area. Alternatively, if you see someone with a masonic ring, car sticker, or whatever... ask him about it.
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July 26, 2009 12:12 PM
I think according to Dan Brown's Angels and Demons, Freemasons are considered as a part of Illuminati. There are some symbols and reasons explained by the writer. ( I am not sure ) :(
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July 25, 2009 04:26 PM
Capt Snack, you have to petition for membership (I did something similiar with the Knights of Columbus)- its just a simple form and then you meet and talk with some people. No big deal.
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Where can I get a petition?
You may obtain a petition for membership by one of three ways.
You may print it out by following this link.
http://nhgrandlodge.org/___Becoming_a_Mason/Petition/petition.html
By contacting a lodge local to you. You can find one by following this link. (info at bottom of this page)
By asking a Mason for one.
Once you have filled it out, you may give it to a Freemason or the Secretary of a Lodge and they will guide you through the rest of the application process.
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see this website for more info:
http://nhgrandlodge.org/___Becoming_a_Mason/becoming_a_mason.html
Here's one lodge in Nashua. There are more listed in google, but I'd probably check this one out first...
Masonic Grand Lodge
813 Beech St
Manchester, NH 03104-3136
(603) 668-8744
nhgrandlodge.org
as someone who joined an organization recently, I'd say check around. Lodges are different, same rules and all, but different activities. Different age group of members would be another factor. The KOC lodge I joined is all people my grandfathers age and we don't click. I didn't realize but theres a KOC lodge not far from my house which is younger people... So I'd say ask questions before you join. Ask about members age group. Ask activities..
Benefits would be networking opportunities. People like to do business with people they know. They know you if you are in their lodge.. I'm sure there are other benefits ( seat at the right hand of the creator on judgement day, an insight into the secrets of the universe, a cool apron, discounted insurance, unique hats, nice pins and watch fobs..), but your mileage may vary.. Networking would be the number one benefit for me. Join to have fun and meet like minded people..
Good luck in you quest!
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July 25, 2009 06:04 PM
Just a quick note that the petition is easier than it sounds. There's a lot of stuff that you have to do to become a Mason, but starting the journey is pretty easy.
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July 25, 2009 09:54 PM
I am not a a Freemason, but one my best friends is.
I have the impression that being a Freemason is a bit of an extension to being in a college fraternity.
They are a sort of extended family and help each other out in business. But they also spend a good deal of time on charity work.
I have attended a Freemason ceremony (can't really remember the exact purpose of the ceremony) and there were no human sacrifices or the like.
Just guys in slightly silly outfits carrying out something akin to a religious ceremony (or a fraternal ceremony) to recognize the work of a member of the organization.
I would also point out that though Freemasons believe in God, they do not require a particular denomination (though I'm not sure how far that openness extends).
It's not something that interests me, but in the case of my friend, it's something that he really enjoys.
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I have the impression that being a Freemason is a bit of an extension to being in a college fraternity.
They are a sort of extended family and help each other out in business. But they also spend a good deal of time on charity work.
I have attended a Freemason ceremony (can't really remember the exact purpose of the ceremony) and there were no human sacrifices or the like.
Just guys in slightly silly outfits carrying out something akin to a religious ceremony (or a fraternal ceremony) to recognize the work of a member of the organization.
I would also point out that though Freemasons believe in God, they do not require a particular denomination (though I'm not sure how far that openness extends).
It's not something that interests me, but in the case of my friend, it's something that he really enjoys.
July 25, 2009 10:31 PM
@robbrown- true, I'd imagine there would be a bit more than just fill out this form and then do the silly dance with the hat.. I didn't mean to make it sound easy, but its not all that hard compared to other things. Like everything else it's probably who you know or who you meet. I thought joining the KOC would have been harder (hoped it would have to be honest) but I was sponsored by a former grand knight (council elder) and the ceremony happened even before I realized what was going on.
The first step is filling out the form, then you meet and talk with people.
In the grand scheme of things overall fraternal organization (non college) membership is down as young people gravitate towards other nontraditional things.. Not to say that they are any less selective or taking anyone off the street, but I'm sure they'd love to have someone of Buddawiggi's caliber. From what I know of the guy and his volunteer work, I'd hope so anyways...
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The first step is filling out the form, then you meet and talk with people.
In the grand scheme of things overall fraternal organization (non college) membership is down as young people gravitate towards other nontraditional things.. Not to say that they are any less selective or taking anyone off the street, but I'm sure they'd love to have someone of Buddawiggi's caliber. From what I know of the guy and his volunteer work, I'd hope so anyways...
July 25, 2009 11:50 PM
To join, all you have to do is Ask a Mason for information. Give them your name and Phone number and their lodge will contact you, or go to your phonebook and look up the number of your local FreeMason Lodge. They will then want to meet you and discuss Freemasonry, After this an Investigative committee, of their Lodge, will then want to meet you, for a question and answer session.
They will look into seeing if you are of a good and moral character or not.
Then their will be a Ballot by the members to see if you are good candidate for their lodge, and if you are you will recieve the date of your admission.
The Benefits of being a Freemason is the brotherhood or community, and knowing that you are helping others and yourself make a positive difference in the world we live in.
The Qualifcations are you must have a good reputation, Be 21 years or older, Believe in a Supreme Being, Be self supportive, and supportive of your family, live with good morals and ethics, desire to make a difference through your actions, and to always improve yourself, community, and life. You must be joining under your own Free will.
Source(s):
Become a Free Mason http://www.masonic-lodge-of-education.com/become-a-free-mason.html
Joining FreeMasonry
http://www.masonicinfo.com/member.htm
Here is a List of FreeMasonry Lodges from around the world:
https://freemasonry.org/index.php?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=83
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July 26, 2009 02:20 PM
The first thing you must do to become a Free mason, is to be born male...
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July 26, 2009 03:10 PM
I thought that was the case as well, though about six months ago I watched a documentary about freemasons or discovery channel or a&e or one of those and they interviewed a woman who was a high level freemason.
There's also a wiki page on 'women in freemasonry' and here's more info:
http://www.womenfreemasonsusa.com/
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There's also a wiki page on 'women in freemasonry' and here's more info:
http://www.womenfreemasonsusa.com/
July 27, 2009 12:15 PM
Interesting, I was not aware of a 'women's' Fremason movement. This link does provide information about three 'lodges' in the US that are related to a grand lodge originating from Belgium. All are ALL women's lodges. I have yet to find a lodge that offers membership to "anyone who wishes to follow the path of enlightenment".
My curiosity is this - while the masonic creed is one of freethinking and following good - why do lodges and the masonic temples promote male only (or in these more remote instances) female only membership?
Just a question...:) Thanks.
http://www.womenfreemasonsusa.com/lodges.html
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My curiosity is this - while the masonic creed is one of freethinking and following good - why do lodges and the masonic temples promote male only (or in these more remote instances) female only membership?
Just a question...:) Thanks.
http://www.womenfreemasonsusa.com/lodges.html
July 27, 2009 07:59 PM
My grandfather was a high-ranking Mason and my father tried to get in, but his interest waned, as it was taking too much time away from his family. To be a mason, you need only be a good person, be a male, believe in God, and be invited by a fellow mason. There is a secret handshake the masons use. If anyone ever shakes your hand and extends their index finger toward your wrist as you do, that is a mason trying to see if you are a mason as well. I don't think it's used much anymore. Once you are invited, you go to the first meeting and receive a small book of symbols and gestures that all mean something different. You are to learn those symbols and gestures to move into the ranks. That's about all I know. In any case, a lot of people believe the masons to be some deep dark organization bent on world domination. This is not true at all. They are merely a very spiritual organization with deep-seated Christian values and their only goal is to help support their members. The female version of the Freemasons is Eastern Star.
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