The Chamber of Reflection, dark, mysterious, and full of reminders of mortality, is one of the most overtly esoteric devices used in Freemasonry and, at times, has been controversial. It is intended to bestow upon a candidate somber feelings in respect to his own mortality, and emphasize the profundity of the next steps he will take. Continue reading “The Chamber of Reflection”
Poetry by Dr. Rob Morris
In an effort to provide stimulating content to the Brethren, rather than the transcribed ramblings of your pensive Senior Warden’s stream of consciousness, I have unearthed some poetic Masonic gems from the vast quarry known as google. Enjoy, my Brethren! Continue reading “Poetry by Dr. Rob Morris”
Masonic Education
This month I would like to share the words of James A. Foshay, distinguished public school educator, Grand Master and later Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of California. As quoted from his Grand Oration of 1912, he sets forth his goals for Masonic education which are still relevant and laudable to this day: Continue reading “Masonic Education”