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Freemasonry is a complicated matter for many people. The general population mostly comes to know of Freemasonry through media which, can be skewed in many different ways, to say the least.
The many centuries of mysteries, secrets, conspiracy theories and other Masonic events has left a toll on people and as you’d expect, many are turning to Google for answers to their questions about Freemasonry.
GreatMasons.com’s goal has always been to help educate the uninitiated about Freemasonry so we’re taking it upon ourselves to answer these questions that are popping up.
Here are some questions people are asking Google about Freemasonry – hopefully, this post provides the answers they are looking for.
Suggested Questions Provided by Google
No, contrary to popular belief, Freemasons do not get paid for being a Freemason.
I explain this further below but you can see a more detail answer about this in our previous post “Can Freemasonry Make You Rich?”
Yes, we do. Most notably Masonic rings, which usually tend to display some sort of Masonic symbolism.
Such rings are worn proudly by most Freemasons (although some choose not to advertise their affiliation).
Although some may say that due to your obligation (brothers know what I am talking about) you should never wear any type of printed masonic symbolism (such as tattoos), this is somewhat of an “old rule”.
With 6 million-plus Freemasons roaming the world, I’m some out there do practice magic and sleight of hand, but if you are referring to some “dark magic” being practiced inside a working Lodge, then no.
The ceremonies are more tailored to explaining the magic of nature and the heavens.
Oh yes!
Not all of course, but Freemasons do enjoy a drink, especially during the festive board.
There are no rules banning Freemasons from drinking alcohol although some obviously refrain from doing so because of their religious morals.
Yes, there are yearly dues you would have to pay to be a Freemason.
Each Lodge has different dues but all of them do and they have to be paid by every Freemason (regardless of rank) every year.
Yes, of course, Freemasonry has a rule that you can not break the law of your land.
Not paying your taxes is a federal crime so yes; Freemasons are obliged to follow the rules and pay their fair share of taxes.
Yes, it is a family after all.
Not in the “conspiracy scratch-my-back-I-scratch-yours” kind of way, but there’s a big element of friendship and brotherhood in the Craft so helping your fellow brother is recommended and applauded.
No, there are no sacrifices happening in any Masonic lodge.
Hmmm… not sure what to make of this question.
Although Freemasonry preaches you should know your boundaries and keep a high moral standard for yourself, I am sure there are a few bad apples here and there.
(Answered above – getting a pint)
Hope this answers most of the answers for you there Google.
If you liked this post and would like to add your own answer to any of the questions asked above, be sure to drop a comment down below and give this post a share with your friends.
We appreciate the extra exposure and support in our case to educate the world about Freemasonry.
Talk soon.
