Masonic Emblem - Types
Each lodge has
its own unique emblem and many of the symbols used in
freemasonry are also considered emblems. The apron worn by
masons is both a symbol of belonging to the freemasons but
also an emblem of innocence. The 24 inch gauge which is
presented to entered apprentices is symbolic of a single day
and how a freemason should allocate their time in the best
possible way. Each of the 24 marks on the gauge or ruler
represents a single hour of the day. Each hour should be
assigned to a specific task including eight hours for
working, eight for sleeping and eating and finally eight
hours for the service to god.
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Emblem - 24 Inch Gauge
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Ornaments
The ornaments of
a lodge are the mosaic pavement, the indented tessel and the blazing
star. The mosaic pavement symbolises the floor of the temple of King
Solomons temple. The tessel or border around the edge represents the
fact that the temple was enclosed, a safe and secret place to worship.
The black and white chequered pattern is symbolic of the struggle
between good and evil and the blazing star in the center represents
divine providence being at the centre of every masons life.
The image on the right
consists of a number of masonic emblems including the all seeing eye,
the letter 'g', the sun, moon, square, trowel and hammer. |
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- Jewels
A freemasonry Lodge has six
jewels which are considered emblems of freemasonry. They consist of
three immovable and three movable jewels. The Immovable Jewels are the
Square, Level and Plumb. The Square symbolises morality; the Level
symbolises equality and the Plumb is symbolic of the importance of
conduct. They are called immovable jewels, because they are always to be
found in the East, West and South parts of the Lodge and are worn by the
officers in their respective stations. The Movable Jewels are the Rough
Ashlar, the Perfect Ashlar and the Trestle-Board. Entered apprentices
are given a gavel as one of their working tools. This tool aims to help
them to transform the rough stone as shown below into the perfect stone
and is symbolic of how their way their life will be transformed.
Image of
Rough Ashlar (left) and Perfect Ashler (right)
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- Facts
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Facts....Did you know...
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Fact 1: The plumb rule is the emblem of a junior
lodge warden |
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Fact 2: A square (instrument of measure) is the
emblem of the lodge master and represents the freemasons
moral code |
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Fact 3: The apron is a freemason emblem and is
symbolic of several different things: It is an
inheritance from the past, a badge of a Mason, and an
emblem of innocence and sacrifice |
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Fact 4: The Hour-glass is an emblem of human life.
The sand represents how life passes |
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Fact 5: The Scythe is an emblem of time, which cuts
the thread of life and sends us into eternity |
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Fact 6: The Three Steps which are usually pictured
on the Master's Carpet are emblematical of the three
principal stages of human life: Youth, Manhood and Age |
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Fact 7: The anchor and the ark are emblems of a
well-grounded hope and a well-spent life |
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Fact 8: The temple of Solomon was built on Mount
Moriah, a hill in Jerusalem |
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Fact 9: The beehive is an emblem of industry and
reminds us that we should always work hard |
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Fact 10: Freemasons meet in a lodge and it is where
they hold their meetings. The word is derived from the
lodges occupied by the travelling freemasons of the
middle ages and is a symbol of the universe. Lodges are
always rectangle or oblong in shape, symbolic of the
supposed oblong form of the world as known to the
ancients |
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Fact 11: The clothing worn at a Masonic funeral is
black or dark clothes, black tie, white gloves, white
apron, and a sprig of evergreen on the left breast |
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Fact 12: The ornaments of a lodge are the mosaic
pavement, the indented tessel and the blazing star |
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Fact 13: The compass is an important masonic symbol.
The area between the extreme points are symbolic of the
most important tenets of Freemasonry which are
Friendship, Morality and Brotherly Love |
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Fact 14: Modern masons dedicate their lodges to St.
John the Baptist and St. John the Evangelist, who are
the two patron saints of freemasonry |
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Fact 15: US President George Washington is probably
one of the most famous freemasons and wore his apron as
an outwardly sign of his membership of the brotherhood |
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- Tattoos
Masonic symbols
and emblems are a great idea for tattoos. Looking for a unique tattoo
design? Why not choose a masonic symbol or incorporate a selection of
masonic
symbols
such as a masonic emblem
in your own design? A great way to show your interest in the
fascinating world of freemasonry. Whether you are a freemason or
not, a masonic symbol makes a great choice for a tattoo design! Browse through our selection of images and check out the
meaning of each emblem
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The Image
above shows a typical masonic emblem with the letter 'G' in
the center.
The letter 'G' symbolises God (The Great Architect of the
Universe) and Geometry.
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