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An excerpt from a live online discussion between channel host Maynard Edwards, 32° KCCH and Valley of Washington DC Historian Chris Ruli, 32° KCCH. In this video taken from our Members Only Scottish Rite Facebook Channel, we talk about Washington's To become a Freemason, visit www.beafreemason.com To learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.org

https://www.spreaker.com/user/tylersplace/freemasonry-10-tips-youre-doing-it-wrong From the November/December 2019 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal. Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition. Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel! Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below! OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay? Drop us a comment too! To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.com To learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.org Visit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasons Visit our new stores: Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/ Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/

In this episode, host Matt Bowers, 32°, talks to Bro. Dan Mumm, 32°, Fellow Craft catechism instructor. Craft lodge Mason in MD must stand for proficiency with memorization of the catechism for each of the first 3 degrees. His first opportunity to instruct a class was my class and hats off to Bro. Dan for a job well done! Dan's thoughtful and fun nature really shines in how he helps new brothers get through the second phase of catechism proficiency. He's truly an asset to the long line of leadership we have.

In this episode, host Matt Bowers, 32°, talks to Bro. Mark Smith, 32°, Master Mason catechism instructor. Craft lodge Masons in MD must stand for proficiency with memorization of the catechism for each of the first 3 degrees. Brother Mark is a Past Master, as well as line instructor for Mt Ararat. Mark offers a simple, yet effective explanation of how this degree helps him conduct his life and his emotional tie to it.

If you're a Mason, you know that our daily habits play a big role in our Masonic journey. In this video, we'll explore the 4 things ALL Masons should do EVERY DAY (#4 can change your life!) One of the main goals of Freemasonry is self improvement. But often, we don't really get into practical discussions of how to really make that happen. In this video, 33° Scottish Rite Mason Maynard Edwards, discusses a few Masonic ideas that can aid in making you a better person. You likely already know about these 4 things good Masons should do everyday, but let this be a reminder to make them a daily practice. If you're not a Mason, you will also certainly benefit from these four practical tips for self-improvement.

Why do Freemasons wear rings and what do they mean? If you are a Mason, should you change the way you wear your ring? Host Maynard Edwards, 32° KCCH Scottish Rite Freemason explains some of the meaning behind the Master Mason's ring, the 14° ring and the 33° ring. We also discuss a Masonic controversy regarding how a Masonic ring should be worn.

After being lost for over 100 years, rarely seen silent film of the 1915 dedication of the House of the Temple of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is being released to the public on Rumble. In this video Scottish Rite Freemasons Maynard Edwards and Chris Ruli, watch the film and provide context and commentary for this rare footage from one of the most significant Masonic ceremonies of the 20th century.

In this video, the Freemasons tell the truth about the Illuminati. The Freemasons have been protecting the truth about the Illuminati for centuries, and they know all there is to know about the secret society. If you're wondering what the Illuminati is, or if you've been told some dangerous myths about the Illuminati, then this video is for you. The Freemasons have the answer to all your questions, and they're ready to share it with you. Don't believe the myths about the Illuminati – learn the truth from the people who know it best! What exactly was the Illuminati and what was it's relationship to Freemasonry? DOes the Secret Society still exist? Is there a difference between the Illuminati and the Freemasons? How are they connected and what was the fate of the Illuminati? Grand Archivist Art de Hoyos and Host Maynard Edwards discuss the secret society known as the Illuminati.

In this follow up to our first list of books for Freemasons, Host Maynard Edwards 32° KCCH and Brother Andrew Owen, 32° KCCH discuss Andrew's picks for 5 books he would recommend to fellow Freemasons. Listen to the entire interview on the Tyler's Place podcast here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/tylers-place-podcast Books mentioned in this video: Morals & Dogma by Albert Pike God is a Verb, by Rabbi David A. Cooper Man & His Symbols by Carl Jung Renaissance Man & Mason by Piers Vaughan The Builder by Joseph Fort Newton and the bonus book Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

In our continuing series of books for Freemasons, Scottish Rite Freemason and historian Chris Ruli shares his 5 picks.

In this video, Scottish Rite Freemason Maynard Edwards, 32 KCCH reveals the two things Freemasons are forbidden to discuss and more importantly WHY they are not allowed to discuss them. He also discusses why there is no "God of Freemasonry" and dispels other myths about the fraternity.

Freemasons DO NOT Worship or revere Lucifer or Satan. All Masons are men of faith; in the USA most are Christian though we have many men who are Jewish or Muslim and a few of various other faiths- depending on the Grand Lodge. The idea that Masons are connected to Lucifer comes from two basic sources: a misunderstood passage in Morals & Dogma by Albert Pike which DOES NOT say Masons worship Lucifer as the Light-Bearer. It rather specifically says that Lucifer brings FALSE light and feeble-minded people can be controlled by it. Secondly, the idea comes from the writings of the Leo Taxil, a French writer who hoaxed Freemasonry and the Catholic Church as part of a personal vendetta. His works are often directly quoted by people who are opposed to Freemasonry, without realizing that Taxil CONFESSED to the entire thing being a hoax! It is called "The Lie That Will Not Die"- the connection between Freemasonry & Lucifer "the light bearer". In this video, host Maynard Edwards 33° & author/ scholar Dr. S. Brent Morris, 33° Grand Cross, discuss the connection and the story behind it. To read "The Lie That will not die" click https://masonicshop.com/masonic-articles/article/?a=42 To read a translation of the Taxil confession click here: https://freemasonry.bcy.ca/texts/taxil_confessed.html

In an early YouTube short, we looked very briefly at a Masonic Bible. Many viewers wanted to see more. IN this video, host Maynard Edwards, 33 degree elect, shows the first pages of his personal Masonic Bible and explains their hidden Masonic purpose.

In this video, channel host and 33rd degree Scottish Rite Freemason Maynard Edwards answers ten of the Internet's most burning questions about being a 33rd degree Mason. Unveil the enigmatic world of the Freemasons and their hidden knowledge in this mind-bending exploration. Dive into the secrets of the 33rd degree. Join us on this journey through ancient wisdom and modern understanding to challenge the boundaries of what's possible.

When you want to research your lodge history or you want to start a Masonic research project where should you begin? In this video, Scottish Rite Freemason channel Maynard Edwards, 33° and historian/ author Chris Ruli, 32° KCCH discuss five sources for Masonic research AND stay tuned to the end, when Chris explains how to approach a Grand Lodge to get the best info for your research. Sites to check out: https://gwmemorial.org/pages/archives www.archive.org www.loc.gov www.newspapers.com www.jstor.org

There is no shortage of crazy Masonic TikToks, and in this video, 33rd degree Scottish Rite Mason Maynard Edwards reacts to several Masonic TikToks, and breaks down the fact, the fiction and the silliness. Make sure you like & subscribe to the video, and if you have some TikToks for us to look at, drop the links in the comments!

In this video, host Maynard Edwards, 33° and Grand Archivist Art de Hoyos, 33° Grand Cross discuss the idea that Masonry is a Secret Society AND they discuss WHY masonry historically employed secrets. Also, Art and Maynard discuss several cases of attacks against Masonry and Masons- and one such attack hit very close to home. More on the Murder of Brother Robert Wise: https://www.krgv.com/news/masonic-lodge-leader-remembers-robert-wise-says-wise-would-ve-forgiven-murderer

Besides 14 American Presidents who were Freemasons, the connection between the world's oldest fraternity and the American Presidency is substantial. In his new book, "The White House and the Freemasons", historian, author & Scottish Rite Mason, Chris Ruli, 32 KCCH presents all the facts he's gathered from 5 years of research. In this video, host Maynard Edwards sits down with Chris to find out more about the book. To purchase the new book visit: https://www.macoy.com/Masonic-Bible-Masonic-Books/Freemason-History-Philosophy/The-White-House-The-Freemasons

From the House of the Temple Library in Washington DC, one of the largest Masonic Libraries in the United States, host Maynard Edwards, 32° KCCH discusses five books every Mason should consider adding to their personal library. To learn more about Freemasonry visit: beafreemason.org To learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.org

In this episode, host Matt Bowers, 32°, talks to Bro. Bob Lelonek, 32°, Entered Apprentice catechism instructor. Craft lodge Mason in MD must stand for proficiency with memorization of the catechism for each of the first 3 degrees. His insight and knowledge are immeasurable, as well as his commitment to getting new Masons to memorize, but also to understand the meaning behind the EA catechism. He's a great example of leadership for new Blue lodge masons to be around and I think you'll especially enjoy his "warm blanket" analogy.

Scottish Rite Freemason Maynard Edwards explains the step-by-step process of becoming a Freemason, and includes some resources for men interested in taking the next step into the fraternity. If you are interested in connecting with a Masonic Lodge in your area, visit www.beafreemason.org If you are a Master Mason, interested in joining the Scottish Rite visit www.scottishrite.org OR email membership@scottishrite.org

From the January/February 2024 edition of The Scottish Rite Journal. Any accompanying photographs or citations for this article can be found in the corresponding print edition. Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel! Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below! OES, Job's Daughter's, Rainbow, DeMolay? Drop us a comment too! To learn how to find a lodge near you, visit www.beafreemason.com To learn more about the Scottish Rite, visit www.scottishrite.org Visit our YouTube Page: Youtube.com/ScottishRiteMasons Visit our new stores: Bookstore: https://www.srbookstore.myshopify.com/ Merch Store: http://www.shopsrgifts.com/