This is my first expose on Masonry that I've created on 2002.
I send this publicly to outlets and now people posses them and they are all on the internet now. This isn't the whole thing, but a thorough introduction to those who don't know what Masonry is, etc. and for those who know what Masonry is (the majority of the people in this forum), this is a easy review and extra ammo for those trapped in Freemasonry. The Freemasonry is a Religion section refutes the Masons once and for all for those who think Masonry isn't a religion. I did it in 10 minutes tops investigating those sources.
MASONRY:
Masons number about 6 million worldwide and 3 million inside America along with 250,000 Prince Hall members. This expose is a testament of the Satanic cult of Freemasonry. I strongly reject all secret societies and secret organizations. Ive researched the Order of Freemasonry for years and no so-called Masonic propagandist can rebuff the following information ever.
Masonry is one of Satans invention and a 100% Satanic cult. I certainly dont hate Masons, but only hate Freemasonry which is degenerate, Satanic, evil, and anti-God 100%. Do not think for one second that Masons are unprepared. They are and have many apologist literature, groups, programs, and operations along with tons of websites to attempt to promote their group in a positive light. If you want to become a Mason, you must be a male with an age of 21 or above. Women who are wives can be part of the Order of the Eastern Star even though many women have become Masons. Boys are part of the Order of DeMolay and young girls are part of the Order of Jobs Daughters and Order of Rainbow (the rainbow is an occultic symbol used by Nazis, etc). Masons require that one must believe in one God to be a member, but the candidate is never required to say which god he believes in- Masonry, requires merely that you believe in some deity, give him what name you willany god will do, so he is your god. (Little Masonic Library, Macoy Publishing, 1997, 4:32).
One of the many Masonic mottos is morality in which all men agree, that is good men and true. Masons refer their deity as G.O.A.T.U. (Great Architect of the Universe) and their view of God is also describes as Grand Artificer, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge Above, Jehovah, Allah, Buddha, Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva or Geometer, and G in the Masonic ring can refer to God or geometry. Masons therefore are not creed bound as shown forth by this source:
"The true Mason is not creed-bound. He realizes with the divine illumination of his lodge that as a Mason his religion must be universal: Christ, Buddha or Mohammed, the name means little, for he recognizes only the light and not the bearer. He worships at every shrine, bows before every altar, whether in temple, mosque or cathedral, realizing with his truer understanding the oneness of all spiritual truth." (The Lost Keys of Freemasonry, Manly P. Hall, 33rd, page 65, Macoy Publishing and Masonic Supply Co. Richmond, Va., 1976.)
We teach a belief in no particular creed, as we teach un-belief in none. In all religions there is a basis of Truth We do not tell the Moslem that it is only important for him to believe that there is but one God, and wholly unessential whether Mahomet was his prophet. We do not tell the Hebrew that the Messiah whom he expects was born in Bethlehem nearly two thousand years ago, and substituted a better faith in the place of the law of Moses. And as little do we tell the sincere Christian that Jesus of Nazareth was but a man like us, or his history but the unreal revival of an older legend. To do either, is beyond our jurisdiction. Masonry, of no one age, belongs to all time; of no one religion, it finds its great truths in all.(Pike, The Meaning of Masonry op cit. p48-49).
*Masons claim that the actual name for God has been lost, but thats a lie. Gods name in the Judeo-Christian tradition has always been revealed as I am, Jehovah, Yahweh, Elohim, etc. Verses that show that Gods name isnt lost are:
-John 14:8-9, Phil. 2:9-11, 1 John 5:20. Also other gods being incorporated in an organization is forbidden for any Christian to acknowledge as mentioned in Ex. 20:2-3, Deut. 6:4, Isaiah 43:10, 1 Timothy 2:5.
There are different Lodges for different religions like a Christian lodge, Hebrew, Brahim, Muslim, etc. which possesses each of their own books like the Bible, Pentateuch, Koran, Vedas, etc. The Bible says that fellowship into different religions is forbidden except for evangelism or discussing religiously your beliefs. (Eph. 5:1/ 2 Cor. 6:14-18). Modern Freemasonrys origin: The charter gave the privilege of self-government and annual assembly. The first national assembly was held in York, the reason for one branch of Masonry being titled the York Rite.
Brief Historical Overview of the Origin of Modern Freemasonry:
In Scotland, it is alleged that Knights Templars fleeing from France after the papal persecution of the Templars in 1307, joined with operative Scottish masons for protection. Scottish rulers reportedly reserved the right to personally rule these lodges, the ancestors of the modern Scottish Rite. By the late sixteenth century and early seventeenth century, speculative masons (builders of "spiritual temples not made with hands) were allowed into the groups. Documented evidence can take this practice in England back as far as A.D. 1646. Seventy one years later, these non-working speculative masons assumed control of the lodges. It can be traced back to London, England in 1717. Its believed that James Anderson set up the constitution. In 1717, Dr. James Anderson (A presbyterian) along with George Payne and Dr. Theopholips Desaguliers (a former Hugenot turned Anglican) came together to form the first Grand Lodge. It is said that the Lodge was birthed in a Tavern. Good place to start an immoral organization isnt it?
Masonic Oaths:
In each succeeding degree has a similar horrible oath and penalty connected to it. But Jesus commanded His followers to not swear at all (Matthew 5:34, James 5:12). Masonic apologists claim that these oaths are symbolic and not to be taken seriously, but how can be taken symbolically if you used such harsh language in penalties. You are provoking death to breaking the oath and Masonic apologists claim its symbolic? (i.e. In the Entering Apprentice the penalty is having your throat cut, tongue torn out, and being buried in the sand of the sea if you break the oath). Heres the Oath of the Master Mason:
"All this I most solemnly and sincerely promise and swear with a firm and steadfast resolution, to keep and perform the same without any equivocation, mental reservation or secret evasion of mind whatever, binding myself under a no less penalty than that of having my throat cut across, my tongue torn out by its roots (1st degree) my left breast torn open, my heart plucked out (2nd Degree) my body severed in twain, my bowels taken from thence and burned to ashes (3rd degree)should I ever knowingly violate this my solemn obligation as an Entered Apprentice Mason, a Fellow Craft Mason, a Master Mason." (Ronayne, Edmond. Handbook of Freemasonry, 1943. Chicago: Powner Co. 1973.)
*Throughout the initiation rituals of the "BLUE LODGES" and through all 33 degrees of Freemasonry, the candidates are sworn to secrecy by bloody oaths. Such as is the oath swore by the Entered Apprentice of first degree, " ...binding myself under no less penalty than that of having my throat cut across, my tongue torn out by its roots, and my body buried in the rough sands of the sea, at low-water mark." The Master Mason swears, "...under no less penalty than that of having my body severed in two, my bowels taken from thence and burned to ashes, the ashes scattered before the four winds of heaven..." (Duncan's Ritual of Freemasonry by Malcolm Duncan, Third Edition, pages 36, 39, D. McKay Publishing Co., N.Y., N.Y.)
Taken by 3rd Degree Freemasons (New Catholic Encyclopedia, 1964 A.D.)
The blindfolded candidate kneels at the altar, places both hands on the volume of sacred law, the square and compass, and repeats after the worshipful master:
I, _________, of my own free will and accord, in the presence of Almighty God, and this Worshipful Lodge, erected to Him and dedicated to the holy St. John, do hereby and hereon most solemnly and sincerely promise and swear, that I will hail, ever conceal, and never reveal any of the secrets, arts, parts, point or points, of the Master Mason's Degree, to any person or persons whomsoever, except that it be a true and lawful brother of this Degree, or in a regularly constituted Lodge of Master Masons, nor unto him, or them, until by strict trial, due examination, or lawful information, I shall have found him, or them, as lawfully entitled to the same as I am myself. I furthermore promise and swear, that I will stand to and abide by all laws, rules, and regulations of the Master Masons Degree, and of the Lodge of which I may hereafter become a member, as far as the same shall come to my knowledge; and that I will ever maintain and support the Constitution, laws, and edicts of the Grand Lodge under which the same shall be holden. Further, that I will acknowledge and obey all due signs and summons sent to me from a Master Masons' Lodge, or given me by a brother of that Degree, if within the length of my cable tow. Further, that I will always aid and assist all poor, distressed, worthy Master Masons, their widows and orphans, knowing them to be such, as far as their necessities may require, and my ability permit, without material injury to myself and family. Further, that I will keep a worthy brother Master Mason's secrets inviolable, when communicated to and received by me as such, murder and treason excepted. Further, that I will not aid, nor be present at, the initiation, passing, or raising of a woman, an old man in his dotage, a young man in his nonage, an atheist, a madman, or fool, knowing them to be such. Further, that I will not sit in a Lodge of Clandestine-made Masons, nor converse on the subject of Masonry with a clandestine-made Mason, nor one who has been expelled or suspended from a Lodge, while under that sentence, knowing him or them to be such. Further, I will not cheat, wrong, nor defraud a Master Masons' Lodge, nor a brother of this Degree, knowingly, nor supplant him in any of his laudable undertakings, but will give him due and timely notice, that he may ward off all danger. Further, that I will not knowingly strike a brother Master Mason, or otherwise do him personal violence in anger, except in the necessary defense of my family or property. Further, that I will not have illegal carnal intercourse with a Master Mason's wife, his mother, sister, or daughter knowing them to be such, nor suffer the same to be done by others, if in my power to prevent. Further, that I will not give the Grand Masonic word, in any other manner or form than that in which I shall receive it, and then in a low breath. Further, that I will not give the Grand Hailing Sign of distress except in case of the most imminent danger, in a just and lawful Lodge, or for the benefit of instruction; and if ever I should see it given, or hear the words accompanying it, by a worthy brother in distress, I will fly to his relief, if there is a greater probability of saving his life than losing my own. All this I most solemnly, sincerely promise and swear, with a firm and steady resolution to perform the same, without any hesitation, myself, under no less penalty than that of having my body severed in two, my bowels taken from thence and burned to ashes, the ashes scattered before the four winds of heaven, that no more remembrance might be had of so vile and wicked a wretch as I would be, should I ever, knowingly, violate this my Master Mason's obligation. So help me God, and keep me steadfast in the due performance of the same.
Jesus would sanction these required oaths, for he said: I have said nothing in secret. (John 18:20). Masonry claims to be inclusive of many monotheistic religions and have the truth, but demands that its member swear to never reveal their teachings! How unlike Christianity in which believers are commanded to go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation. (Mark 16:15). Masonrys methods stand condemned by the word of God. Freemasonry is outright the enemy of Almighty God.
Albert Pike and other incriminating statements by other Masons:
Freemasonry is a religion and stems from the ancient Egyptian pagan worship of false gods/goddesses like Isis, Osiris, Rah, etc. Even real Masonry is concealed according to the Masonic Report by Robert McQuiaq.
In Morals and Dogma, p. 104-105, 3rd Degree written by Albert Pike, he admitted that:
"Masonry, like all the Religions, all the Mysteries, Hermeticism and Alchemy, conceals its secrets from all except the Adepts and Sages, or the Elect, and uses false explanations and misinterpretations of its symbols to mislead those who deserve only to be misled; to conceal the Truth, which it calls Light, from them, and to draw them away from it ... So Masonry jealously conceals its secrets and intentionally leads conceited interpreters astray." In other words he admits that Masonry is a religion, conceals its secrets from all except the Adepts and Sages or the Elect, use false explanations and interpretations or its symbols to misled those who deserve only to be misled, and to conceal the Truth called Light and draw them from it.
How selfish, cultic, and obvious of the occultic nature of Masonry. Albert Pike is the most well-known and greatest Mason of North America and probably ever. He was the Grand Commander of N. American Freemasonry from 1859-1891. Hes considered the greatest leader of Masonry because he was a certified genus, spoke 16 languages fluently, a statue of him remains to this day in D.C., graduated from Harvard University, thoroughly familiar with the Jewish occult system (that is the Cabala, the stone system of the New World Order), and was a known racist and one of the founders of the KKK. In Alberts Pikes Morals and Dogma pg. 819 Blue Degrees are intentionally misled to.
Foster Bailey, a 33rd Degree Freemason in Bailey, Externalisation of the Hierarchy, p. 511 admitted that the Masonic Movements is far more occult organization that can be realized and it intended to be a training school for occultists who are advanced. Masonry is definitely a religion and is occultic.
Another Masonic author revealed that Sun God, who created all other gods, was symbolized by the Phoenix. (Joseph Fort, Newton: J.S.M. Ward, the Hung Society or the Society of Heaven and Earth, The Baskerville, Press, Ltd, 1925, p. 44 and 102) Freemasonry has nothing whatsoever to do with the Bible. Its just used as an ornament to attract Christian and Jewish men into the Lodge in Judeo-Christian lands. In a book, Digest of Masonic Law, on pgs. 207-209, we find a statement that says this:
Masonry has nothing whatsoever to do with the Bible, that is not founded on the Bible, for if it would not be masonry, it would be something else. From the Masonic Report by Ropert McQuaiq, p. 2
Morals and Dogma, Albert Pike, 1956, pg. 226 shows many people of different faiths united in prayer even pagans and Satanists. How false since thats forbidden biblically. On the Taxil Theory (Masonic apologists) are refuted because:
Some of Albert Pikes most revealing comments given only to those taking the Luciferan imitations of the 30th, 31st, and 32nd degrees, are denied by Masons. They are taught that Taxil fabricated the most infamous Pike quotes 3 yrs. after Pikes death. However, Anton Chaitkin, speaking for the Schiller Institute, tells us that the infamous Pike quotes are available in French and English in Albert Pikes vertical file at the Library of the Scottish Rite Southern Jurisdiction at 1733 16th st. NW, Washington D.C. and thats because freemasons are taught the Taxil explanation. Also Leo Taxil has nothing to do with the other Masons who have literature blatantly praising or worshipping Lucifer like Manly P. Hall, etc. Masons use this as a gameplan to promote their Satanist organization. When the truth comes out, Masonry is still shown as for what it is. Several references are given for these most revealing infamous statements of Albert Pike like:
"That which we must say to a crowd is - We worship a God, but it is the God that one adores without superstition. To you, Sovereign Grand Inspectors General, we say this, that you may repeat it to the Brethren of the 32nd, 31st, and 30th degrees - The Masonic Religion should be, by all of us initates of the high degrees, maintained in the purity of the Luciferian Doctrine. If Lucifer were not God, would Adonay whose deeds prove his cruelty, perdify and hatred of man, barbarism and repulsion for science, would Adonay and his priests, calumniate him? Yes, Lucifer is God, and unfortunately Adonay is also god. For the eternal law is that there is no light without shade, no beauty without ugliness, no white without black, for the absolute can only exist as two gods: darkness being necessary to the statue, and the brake to the locomotive. Thus, the doctrine of Satanism is a heresy; and the true and pure philosophical religion is the belief in Lucifer, the equal of Adonay; but Lucifer, God of Light and God of Good, is struggling for humanity against Adonay, the God of Darkness and Evil." (Instructions to the 23 Supreme Councils of the World, July 14, 1889. Recorded by A.C. De La Rive in La Femme et l'Enfant dans la FrancMaconnerie Universelle on page 588)
Also Albert Pike said in his Morals and Dogma pg. 567 that:
"Lucifer, the Light-bearer! Strange and mysterious name to give to the Spirit of Darkness! Lucifer, the Son of the Morning! Is it he who bears the Light and with its splendors intolerable, blinds feeble, sensual or selfish souls? Doubt it not! for traditions are full of Divine Revelations and Inspirations: and Inspiration is not of one Age nor of one Creed. Plato and Philo also, were inspired."
How blasphemous can you go? Masonry is anti-Judeo-Christian I assure you. Its a shame that over 95% of all Masons dont take the time to read the literature of their members showing occulticism and choose to believe in their superiors. The only truth is Jesus Christ (John 14:6) none other. The Bible says that justly Lucifer is fallen and nothing. (Isaiah 14:12-16). Remember these quotes were said in the 1800s so there is nothing new under the sun. Freemasonry also uses pagan religions as an inspiration for their ceremonies like:
In the 21st Degree, the mysteries of Ceres and the old worship of Isis are used. (21st Degree, Prussian Knight, Ritual, pg. 322.) In the 20th Degree, the speculations of the Philosophers are used like the Kabalist, Gnostics, etc. (20th Degree, Grand Master of all Symbolic Lodges, Ritual pg. 313). IN the 24th Degree, Prince of the Tabernacle Ritual, pg. 356 shows them saying:
We, like our ancient Masters, mourn Osiris-the type of the Sun, of the light, of lifeWeep, my brethren, for Osiris! Weep or Osiris, type of the good, the true, the beautiful. (How pagan). Masonry teaches universalism, that all will be ultimately saved: (even pagans and unbelievers).
Manly P. Hall, a Rosicrucian, Masonic author, and founder of the Philosophical Research Society said:
When the Mason learns that the key to the warrior on the block is the proper application of the dynamo of living power, he has learned the mystery of his Craft. The seething energies of Lucifer are in his hands and before he may step onward and upward, he must prove his ability to properly handle energy." [Manly P. Hall, The Lost Keys of Freemasonry, p. 124; Emphasis added]
Sources that prove that Freemasonry is a Religion:
Many pro-Masons and Masons have claimed that Masonry is not a religion, but that’s a lie. Here’s probably the best argument Ed King from www.masonicinfo.com can come up with to validate the claim that Masonry isn’t a religion:
“Anti-Masons often try to "prove" that Freemasonry is a religion - and then, on that basis, condemn it as being a 'false religion'. Masons know full well that Freemasonry is no more a religion than is golf, Scouting, or the U. S. Navy League. The arguments raised, though, may leave those unfamiliar with Masonry questioning.
Here are the facts:
When one examines the commonalities and differences in religions, there is a short list of traits all share but which are unique to none thereby achieving a WORKING model of what religion is. It is important to remember that this involves RELIGION not SPIRITUALITY, which for the most part, is a trait of being human.
A group of people who by means of culture, propinquity and common beliefs come together in a recognized group. | |
A profession of belief in a higher existence and/or being. | |
Group action which encases their belief system in symbolism and ritual. | |
Through the self-definitions of the above, the group proceeds in a "we-they" quasi political (encased in mysticism and/or spirituality) manner to promote and maintain their organization. |
It can reasonably be argued that all of these are true of Masonry. Similarly, however, they are also true of organizations like Scouting, Campfire, Alcoholics Anonymous and The U. S. Navy League - to name but a few.
So on the basis of this non-partisan, sociological model, Freemasonry more than fits and for these reasons, some could find it hard to see why Masonry is, in fact, NOT a religion.
However, when we look at what religion does, there is an entirely different picture.
Religions do the following (though details vary from one to the next):
Practice sacerdotal functions - Masonry does NOT! | |
Teach Theology - Masonry does NOT! | |
Ordain Clergy - Masonry does NOT! | |
Define sin and salvation - Masonry does NOT! | |
Perform sacraments - Masonry does NOT! | |
Publish or specify a Holy Book - Masonry does NOT! | |
Describe or define the Deity - Masonry does NOT!” |
Refutation of Ed King’s pro- Mason proproganda:
The response to Ed King’s desperation is that Masonry does teach concepts about God, the soul, the afterlife, and has ceremonies. All Masons teach in the belief of one God so that shows at least some signs of a religious atmosphere. It does have multilateral religious fellowship, which is very New Age, and New Age is a Religion. Also, Ed King seems to forget that Masonry does have books of various faiths inside their own lodges for religious usage. It has degrees and components that some religions have. It also incorporates pagan concepts, rituals, various ceremonies, and ideals like many religions have. Just believe Masonry is ambiguous about its views on God and theology doesn’t discount it as a religion.
These and other sources prove conclusively that Masonry is a religion institution:
"Masonry is, in every sense of the word, except one, and that its least philosophical, an eminently religious institution - that it is indebted solely to the religious element which it contains for its origin and for its continued existence and that without this religious element it would scarcely be worthy of cultivation by the wise and good."..."Freemasonry is NOT Christianity not a substitute for it"..."But the religion of Masonry is not sectarian. It admits men of every creed within its hospitable bosom, rejecting institutions; and on this ground mainly, if not alone, should the religious Mason defend it." (Encyclopedia of Freemasonry, Albert G. Mackey, Revised Edition, 1921, pages 618, 619)
"Masonry, like all the Religions, all the Mysteries, Hermeticism and Alchemy, conceals its secrets from all except the Adepts and Sages, or the Elect, and uses false explanations and misinterpretations of its symbols to mislead those who deserve only to be misled; to conceal the Truth, which it calls Light, from them, and to draw them away from it ... So Masonry jealously conceals its secrets and intentionally leads conceited interpreters astray." [Albert Pike, Morals and Dogma, p. 104-5; Emphasis added]
Encyclopedia of Freemasonry, Vol. 1; Page 50: I will paraphrase this item. ACG. The Masonic altar is for religious uses. It identifies Masonry as a religious institution. It is a part of a really religious worship. (Note: Though I paraphrased this item because of its length, the terms "religious uses," 'religious institution," and "really religious worship" are the words of the author and not me. ACG.) Page 253: "Freemasonry claims to be a religion."
C. W. Leadbeater 33° writes in The Hidden Life in Freemasonry,
The number of swings given to each of the non-official Brn. [Brethren] indicates his particular rank in the Order, for the degrees of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite are taken into account in Co-Masonry. Each thus receives the influence he needs, that he may be strengthened for the work which his rank qualifies him to do. Each Bro. [Brother], as he is censed, bows out of respect, and as a token that he dedicates all the force that he has to T.G.A.O.T.U. [The Grand Architect of the Universe]. The S.D. [Senior Deacon] is the Lucifer, who bears the light to his fellow-men. The light having been given to him from the Sacred Fire by the I.P.M. [Immediate Past Master], he carries it to the R.W.M. [Right Worshipful Master], who by means of a smaller taper lights from it the tall candle standing on his right, and then puts out his taper with an extinguisher. He must not blow it out, because that would suggest the pollution of the sacred fire by the breath, which is unclean. It is for the same reason that the Parsis, who are sometimes called fire-worshipers, because they regard that element as the greatest symbol and expression of the divine, will on no account pollute it with refuse. The R.W.M. says: "May the light of wisdom illumine our work" (here he lights his candle): "His [Lucifer's] wisdom is infinite." (pp. 132-133).
"On the contrary I contend, without any sort of hesitation, that Masonry is, in every sense of the word, except one, and that its least philosophical, an eminently religious institution - that it is indebted solely to the religious element which it contains for its origin and for its continued existence, that without this religious element it would scarcely be worthy of cultivation by the wise and good." Ency. of Freemasonry, pg. 727.)
"Every Masonic Lodge is a temple of religion, and its teachings are instruction in religion". [Albert Pike, Morals and Dogma , p. 213. Pike was a 33rd Degree Mason, Head of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction]
"The tendency of all true Masonry is towards religion. If it make any progress, its progress is to that holy end. Look at its ancient landmarks, its sublime ceremonies, its profound symbols and allegories - all inculcating religious doctrines, commanding religious observance, and teaching religious truth, and who can deny that it is eminently a religious institution?" (Ency. of Freemasonry, pg. 728.)
Encyclopedia of Freemasonry, Vol. 2; Page 532: The lodge is opened "for sacred and religious purposes. " Page 618: Masonry is "in every philosophical sense of the word, a religious institution." Page 618: Masonry is "eminently a religious institution." Page 619: "Masonry, then, is, indeed, a religious institution." Page 782: The theocratic philosophy of Freemasonry "will produce an active religious faith and lead in the end to "a building not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."
"All prayers in a Masonic Lodge should be directed to the one deity to whom all Masons refer as The Grand Architect of the Universe. We address Him as our Heavenly Father, Eternal God, Almighty, or Everlasting God. We should close our prayers with an expression such as, 'In Thy most holy and precious name we pray', using no additional words which could be in conflict with the religious beliefs of other Masons present at the meeting. The Brother who offers up the prayer does so for all members and visitors present, rather for just himself ". (Maryland Mason Magazine, March 1973).
Albert G. Mackey, General High Priest of the General Grand Chapter of the United States, and the author of numerous works on Masonry, has this to say: “Freemasonry is emphatically a religious institution; it teaches the existence of God. It points to the celestial canopy above where is the Eternal Lodge and where He presides. It instructs us in the way to reach the portals of that distant temple” The Mystic Tie, p. 32). And in his Lexicon of Freemasonry the same celebrated authority asserts: “The religion, then, of Masonry is pure Theism” (p. 404).
[4.] Kentucky Monitor, Thirteenth Edition, pages XIV-XV
All believed in a future life, to be attained by purification and trials; in a state or successive states of reward and punishment; and in a Mediator or Redeemer, by whom the Evil Principle was to be overcome and the Supreme Deity reconciled to His creatures. The belief was general that He was to be born of a virgin and suffer a painful death. The Hindus called him Krishna; the Chinese, Kioun-tse; the Persians, Sosiosch; the Chaldeans, Dhouvanai; the Egyptians, Horus; Plato, Love; the Scandinavians, Balder; the Christians, Jesus; Masons, Hiram. (pages XIV-XV)
J. S. M. Ward, the author of several standard Masonic works, defines religion as “a system of teaching moral truth associated with a belief in God” and then declares: “I consider Freemasonry is a sufficiently organized school of mysticism to be entitled to be called a religion.” He goes on to say: “I boldly aver that Freemasonry is a religion, yet in no way conflicts with any other religion, unless that religion holds that no one outside its portals can be saved” (Freemasonry: Its Aims and Ideals, pp. 182, 185, 187).
Extremely significant is the testimony of Joseph Fort Newton, a zealous advocate of Masonic principles. He deplores the fact that within the lodge there are many who regard it as “a mere social order inculcating ethical ideals and practicing philanthropy.” He continues: “As some of us prefer to put it, Masonry is not a religion but Religion—not a church but a worship, in which men of all religions may unite” (The Religion of Masonry, pp. 10, 11). With this agrees A. G. Mackey’s declaration: “The truth is that Masonry is undoubtedly a religious institution, its religion being of that universal kind in which all men agree” (Textbook of Masonic Jurisdiction, p. 95).
Blavatsky quotes Mr. Leon Hyneman, P. M., a personal friend of hers and a member of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania who believed that most American Masons did not understand the truth of Masonic origin. In fact, Hyneman refused to accept the honor of 33° because of his disagreement on this issue. Blavatsky wrote:
“…he was editor of the Masonic Mirror and Keystone, and is an author of repute. He assures us personally that for over thirty years he has combated the design to erect into a Masonic dogma, belief in a personal God. In his work, Ancient York and London Grand Lodges, he says (p. 169): "Masonry, instead of unfolding professionally with the intellectual advancement of scientific knowledge and general intelligence, has departed from the original aims of the fraternity, and is apparently inclining towards a sectarian society. That is plainly to be seen . . . in the persistent determination not to expunge the sectarian innovations interpolated in the Ritual. . . . It would appear that the Masonic fraternity of this country are as indifferent to ancient landmarks and usages of Masonry, as the Masons of the past century, under the London Grand Lodge were."” (Blavatsky H.P., Isis Unveiled 379,380)
*Those sources from many Masons and scholars show that Masonry is considered a religion. Ed King by these conclusively evidences is refuted henceforth on the subject of Masonry not being a Religion. How sad Mason proprogandists will go to try to validate their immoral, degenerate, decadent, cultic, satanic religion of Freemasonry. Ed King is one good deceiver. You have to give him credit for that. If you want to see Ed King exposed even more as a forger, liar, anti-Semite, racist, etc. go to: http://www3.sympatico.ca/mtronics/anticult/masonicmenace/eking/http://www.cuttingedge.org/free20.htmhttp://www.theforbiddenknowledge.com/satanshelper/index.htmhttp://www.freemasonwatch.freepress-freespeech.com/masonicinfo.html
That quote says it all. Many Masons worship Lucifer huh. A cult indeed. The only Mason who claim Masonry is Christian or legit are Masonic proprogandists or Masons who have been deliberately lied by their own Superiors.
bye, Spread the truth around and enjoy it.
Good luck on your truth seeking actions.
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June 27, 2003
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