Ch 9: Freemasons Flashcards

1
Q

What are 2 other names the Freemasons may be called

A

The Masons
Free and Accepted Masons

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2
Q

When is the exact founding date?

A

Unknown

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3
Q

When was the early appearance in the US?

A

Early 18th century

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4
Q

What oversees the activities of all local Masonic lodges?

A

Grand Lodge

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5
Q

What do the teachings command?

A

Morality
Charity
Obedience to the law of the land

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6
Q

How many US presidents were Masonic?

A

15

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7
Q

Who can be a Freemason?

A

Only men

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8
Q

How many freemasons are in North America as of 2020?

A

Over 2 million

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9
Q

What does Freemasonry unite?

A

Men of good character

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10
Q

They believe in the:

A

Fatherhood of God
Brotherhood of mankind

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11
Q

What kind of charitable causes do they fund?

A

Housing
Education
Medical Assistance

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12
Q

Do they have a formal funeral ceremony?

A

Yes

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13
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What is the funeral attire?

A

White apron
White gloves
Black suit
Black tie

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14
Q

Who opens the funeral service with a prayer?

A

Lodge Chaplain

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15
Q

Who continues with the funeral service after the prayer?

A

Worship Master

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16
Q

Why does the Master wear 2 aprons during the funeral service?

A

One is to be removed and placed over the casket during the ceremony

17
Q

Reading of the ____________ and placing a copy inside the casket

A

Masonic History

18
Q

What can be placed on top of the casket?

A

Flower petals

19
Q

What is importance of Evergreen Fig?

A

Emblem of enduring faith in the immortality of the human soul

20
Q

What are the 3 Great Lights?

A

Bible
Square
Compass