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Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, formerly known as the Museum of Witchcraft, is a museum dedicated to European witchcraft and magic located in the village of Boscastle in Cornwall, south-west England. It houses exhibits devoted to folk magic, ceremonial magic, Freemasonry, and Wicca.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
This is the masonic temple in Hoornsterzwaag, the Netherlands.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
This is the masonic lodge Tubantia, in Enschede, the Netherlands.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
De Woudkapel werd in 1924 gebouwd naar ontwerp van dr. ir. G.W. van Heukelom (1870 - 1952). Van Heukelom is vooral bekend geworden door het NS gebouw in Utrecht, ook wel bekend als HGB III of De Inktpot.
Voor meer info over het gebouw: Info over het gebouw
Op de maandagavond huurt de vrijmetselaarloge "De Unie van Utrecht" de ruimte.
zie: Loge "De Unie van Utrecht"
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Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
This building and temple was completely renovated in 2013.
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zie: www.schakel-schrale.nl/projecten/vondelstraat-39-41-in-am...
Vondelstraat nummer 41, op de hoek van de Vondelstraat en de Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat, werd door architect Cuypers in 1873 gebouwd in opdracht van Heineken. Dit werd ‘het Bierhuis’, waar bezoekers werden ontvangen en bijgeschonken. Nummer 39, ‘het Vondelhuis’, stamt uit 1880 en was ooit een balzaal. Beide panden werden in 1903 door de vrijmetselaars van Amsterdam gekocht en samengevoegd tot één pand.
In 2012 waren beide panden zowel inwendig als uitwendig in slechte staat. De vrijmetselaars, die beide panden in bezit hadden en als één geheel gebruikten, verkochten nummer 41 aan Stadsherstel om de restauratie van nummer 39 financieel mogelijk te maken en hun activiteiten daarin voort te kunnen zetten. De restauratiewerkzaamheden hadden als doel de authentieke onderdelen uit de tijd van Cuypers te conserveren en tegelijkertijd de bijzondere identiteit van de vrijmetselaarsloge te behouden. Er zijn bijvoorbeeld nog glas-in-loodramen met geometrische figuren, gerelateerd aan vrijmetselarij. In de gevel van nummer 39 is een indrukwekkende vijfpuntige diamant met daarin een pentagram aangebracht met gekleurd glas op een zinken achtergrond. In nummer 39 bevindt zich ook de rode en blauwe tempel. De Vrijmetselaars blijven gebruik maken van het souterrain van nr. 41. Het overige deel van dat pand wordt door Stadsherstel als bedrijfsruimte verhuurd.
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Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Thanks to Maria for the edit.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
This is the masonic temple in Groningen, the Netherlands.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Museum of Witchcraft and Magic – located in the picturesque harbour village of Boscastle, Cornwall, England – is a museum dedicated to European witchcraft, folk magic, ceremonial magic, Wicca, and Freemasonry.
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Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
edit by Armin
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
This magnificiant example of neo-gothic architecture remains the largest building in the United States devoted to Freemasonry, and the National Registry of Historic Places listed it starting in 1983. The main tower rises 212 feet and contains a 54-bell carillon.
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
"The Portal of Paradise"
also known as the "Apocalyptic Pillars" & the "Procession of Prophets" - central portal of the west façade by:
sculptors/ master stone carvers: Simon Verity, Director 1988 - 1997 & Jean Claude Marchionni
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The Cathedral Church of Saint John: The Great Divine in the City and (Episcopal) Diocese of New York
commonly known as: the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, St. John the Unfinished
architects: Christopher Grant LaFarge (original design,1888) Ralph Adams Cram, William Halsey Wood
architectural styles: Gothic Revival ( 13th century N. French High Gothic), Romanesque Revival, Byzantine-Romanesque
construction started, cornerstone ceremony: December 27, 1892 (St. John's Day) Bishop Henry Potter
opened: November 30, 1941
In the March 1925 issue of "Masonic World", an article on the cathedral states:
“It is particularly fitting that the Masons, who were the principal builders of cathedrals and churches during the greatest cathedral-building period, should now have a prominent part in the movement to build America’s greatest cathedral (…) Little need be added to the story of Freemasonry during the cathedral-building period; its monuments are its best history, alike of its genius, its faith and its symbols.”
Morningside Heights, Upper West Side, Manhattan
1047 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, New York
An aspect of Freemasonry that has always fascinated me is the belief of some that it is a "secret fraternity." Well, if you are aware of it, then it isn't secret, is it? It is, however, a fraternity with secrets.
This photograph, treated with a texture to give it the hint of age, is of a stairway located in the Colonial Room of the Salt Lake Masonic Temple in Utah. This room, as well as others, is open for public visitors at nearly anytime by simply making a phone call.
Most importantly, nearly everything you see within the photo is steeped in the symbolism of Freemasonry. As an adept in the Craft, I must take care that I don't disclose more than what might be considered courtesy explanations. For example, I titled the shot, "Stairway to ....." To where? I cannot say.
While one can find those explanations by searching the Internet, only by being a brother within the fraternity can you internalize that meaning into your life and use it for positive change.
And that is the Secret of Freemasonry.
Process:
Nikon Coolpix P4, flash, 7.5mm, 1/181sec, f/2.7, adjusted in Adobe Photoshop by adding texture, cropping out and obscuring the really secret stuff, and various and sundry other janitorial work. Or, in lay terms, I took a crappy old photo with bad lighting and buggered it up with a texture to make it look more valuable than it really is. Sort of like how they antique and distress new furniture so they can charge more for it.
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The moon rising behind Salisbury Freemasons' Hall, on Crane Street in the centre of the Wiltshire cathedral city. It is a purpose-built masonic building, opened in 1901.
Prince Hall Masons are a historically significant branch of Freemasonry founded by African Americans in the late 18th century. Beulah Lodge #37, Prince Hall Masons, and the Rose of Beulah Chapter #251, Order of the Eastern Star (O.E.S.) are longstanding institutions in Eastman, Georgia, serving as important social and cultural anchors for the local Black community, especially during eras of segregation and limited civil rights. Their buildings, often centrally located, symbolize resilience and collective achievement.
Prince Hall Masons, Beulah Lodge #37 & Rose of Beulah, Chapter #251 O.E.S.
Eastman, Dodge County, Georgia USA
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© 2025 Mike McCall
Masonic Temple is a term commonly used in Freemasonry with multiple but related meanings. It is used to describe an abstract spiritual goal, the conceptual ritualistic space formed when a Masonic Lodge meets, and the physical rooms and structures in which a Lodge meets. When used to describe a structure the term is interchangeable with the term Masonic Hall.
This building was built as a freemasonslodge in 1900 for the lodge Jacob van Campen.
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Het logegebouw van de Vrijmetselarij rond Amersfoort, is in 1900 door architect W. van Schaik in Jugendstil gebouwd voor Vrijmetselaarsloge Jacob van Campen. Het gebouw stond buiten de oude stad aan het toenmalige Kalfsveld. Naamgever van de loge was de Amersfoorter Jacob van Campen, Heer van Randenbroeck en bouwmeester van o.a. het Haagse Mauritshuis en het Paleis op de Dam.
Het zegel van de loge omcirkelt een afbeelding van dit Koninklijk Paleis. Op dit moment resideren er maar liefst vijf vrijmetselaarsloges in het gebouw, waarvan twee Amersfoortse, Jacob van Campen en Spectrum. Het gebouw kent een Voorhof voor gewone bijeenkomsten. Daarnaast is er de Tempel, waar de broeders ceremonieel bijeenkomen.
Een pand met een bijzondere functie, speciaal voor de vrijmetselarij gebouwd in 1899, het symbool boven de deur maakt voor sommigen al veel duidelijk, maar voor de meesten zal het mysterie alleen vergroot worden.
Het adres is: van Persijnstraat 9, Amersfoort
A Freemason is a man who, in searching for life’s ineffable questions, finds his way into the company of fellow seekers. Comprised of men from every nation, races, social and economic level, all hold similar ideals and beliefs. The uniting idea is a faith in the divine founded in the certitude in an afterlife. This “belief” is grounded by certain landmark tenants and virtues which ultimately lead in exploration of those invisible questions, leading ultimately to the betterment of all mankind.
www.freemasoninformation.com/masonic-education/freemasonr...
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I've been a Freemason for a little over 2 years and have enjoyed the friendships with the people I've met and the hard work we have done to improve the community (helping children being the foremost push). It is a wonderful fraternity and I recommend it to every man, regardless of race, religion or social economic level.
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This iPhone Background (640x960 wallpaper) is crafted by Patrick Hoesly and is released under a Creative Commons Attribution License.
If you like this image, please leave a comment. Thanks!
How do I get this onto my iPhone?
There are a number of ways to do this, however I think the easiest and fastest way is to download Flickr’s free app. Within the Flickr app you surf over to my photo feed to view the images (if you make me a contact then I’ll appear in the flickr contact list). When you find one you like, just click the download button and save the image directly to your phone. Quick & Simple!
I don’t have an iPhone. Can I still use it on my phone?
As of this writing this image (960 x 640) should be large enough to be used as wallpaper with the Droid / Android, BlackBerry, Windows 7, and iPhone.
How did you make it?
This background was made using graphic design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Filter Forge, Genetica, Wacom, Alien Skin, Topaz Labs, as well as several other programs.
About Patrick Hoesly
I’m a graphic illustrator, specializing in architectural illustrations and graphic design. I work with Architects, Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects, to help them visualize and sell their designs ...Or in other words... I make the fun/cool images!
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This is the staircase in the Egyptian Room and is nearly identical to the staircase in the Colonial Room that was posted a few days ago (see "Stairway to..."). The view here is a different angle and clearly shows the design of the staircase as having a set of three, five, and seven steps.
If you were to visit this building and climb the staircase at the front of the building, you would, also, find that it contains three, five, and seven steps.
These staircases fascinate me. As I look over the photograph, I counted thirty separate items that serve some sort of Masonic symbolism. Obviously, the words on the 15 steps have meaning but so do the other fifteen items I can see in plain sight. And, while the steps each have a word associated with them, it may be that other allusions can be made.
In our world of self-help online books such as the [here I am dating myself] One Minute Manager, Seven Habits of Effective People, Chicken Soup, and, for that matter, How to Win Friends and Influence People, it is comforting to me to know that Freemasonry has been teaching the same things for hundreds of years right alongside the Bible and other works that have come down through the ages.
References:
As usual with this theme, I will not provide references for those wishing to search for more light on the subject. If you do your own search, I caution you not to believe everything you see, hear, or read -- unless, of course, it is from me.
Process:
Nikon D200, tripod, f/8, 20mm, ISO 100, 5sec, 3 exposures @ 1 stop each, HDR in Photomatix Pro 32, adjustments in Adobe Photoshop Elements that include:
a. Cropping and obscuring the really secret stuff
b. Adjustments to correct perspective distortion in the vertical lines, especially, the left wall.
c. Reduced saturation to improve detail. The lights in the room cast a very strong yellow/orange hue.
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Thanks to the Masonic Temple Association for allowing access to the building.
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