Culver City Foshay Lodge № 467
Free and Accepted Masons of California
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”
“Spring, Easter, and Wishful thinking”
A common condition the student of the esoteric faces in their search for truth is misleading corollary, speculation, or wishful thinking presented as “fact.” Often “facts” are presented with little research or historical accuracy to support a claim. Continue reading “Spring, Easter, and Wishful thinking”
The Esotherica Group
“Parallel Lines”
Parallel lines are a common visual theme throughout Freemasonry. Whether they are represented by two pillars, our patron Saints John standing side by side, or a portion of one of the first symbols introduced to new Masons; there are many overt, exoteric references to this geometric ideal. Continue reading “Parallel Lines”