What Freemasonry is: Continued
In simple terms Freemasonry is a charitable organization dedicated to strengthening
character, improving moral and spiritual outlook, and broadening mental horizons.
• It is a voluntary association of men
• It is a way of life
• It is a system of moral conduct
• It is a fraternal society
• It is religious in character only
• It teaches the Golden Rule
• It seeks to make good men better
• It teaches morality through symbolism
• It uses forms, rites, and ceremonies to
instruct its members
• It is based on a firm belief in the Father-
hood of God, The Brotherhood of Man,
and the Immortality of the Soul
What Freemasonry is not:
It is not a cult nor a secret society. It is not subversive nor rebellious.
• It does not solicit members
• It is neither a religion nor a creed, nor a religious order
• It is not an insurance or benefit society
• It is not a charitable organization, but makes charity a duty
• It is not organized for profit
• It does not dictate to any man as to one’s beliefs, either religious or secular
• It seeks no advantages for its member through business or politics
• It is not a forum for discussion of religion, politics, or other partisan affairs
• It is not a secret society, as it does not conceal its existence or purposes
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