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During the 1800s and early 1900s, Freemasonry grew dramatically. At that time, the government had provided no social "safety net". The Masonic tradition of found- ing orphanages, homes for widows, and homes for the aged provided the only security many people knew. Today in North America, the Masonic Fraternity continues this tradition by giving almost $2 million each day to causes that range from operating children’s hospitals, providing treatment for childhood language disorders, treating eye diseases, funding medical research, contributing to local community service, and providing care to Masons and their families at Masonic Homes, therefore, impacting the communities of North America and the world as a whole. The four million Masons worldwide continue to help men and women face the challenges of the 21st century by building bridges of brotherhood and instilling in the hearts of men ideals for a better tomorrow. For many years Freemasons have followed three great principles: Brotherly Love - Every true Freemason will show tolerance and respect for the opinions of others and behave with kindness and understanding to his fellow creatures. Relief - Freemasons are taught to practice charity and to care, not only for their own, but also for the community as a whole, both by charitable giving, and by voluntary efforts and works as individuals. Truth - Freemasons strive for truth, requiring high moral standards and aiming to achieve them in their own lives. Freemasons believe that these principles represent a way of achieving higher standards in all walks of life. Conclusion A Freemason is encouraged to do his duty first to one's God (by whatever name he is known) through his faith and religious practice; as a citizen, one is to be a quiet and peaceable subject, true to his government, and just to his country; and then, without detriment to his family and those dependent on him, one should serve his neighbor through charity and community service. None of these ideas are exclusively Masonic, but all should be universally acceptable. Freemasons are expected to follow them! Scottish Freemasonry English Freemasonry American Freemasonry Texas Freemasonry Native American Freemasonry |
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