About Freemasonry, not just Freemasons
ORATORS.BLOG has published excerpts from the Hungarian-language book “A Noachite’s Dream” in English. They are provided in the Freemasons’ educational series.
Continue reading “Introduction to Freemasons’ Educational Series “
This is the edited version of the summary of the Research Findings presentation based on the research report at ABRAVANEL 1116 Masonic Lodge in New York (7. October 2026.)
Continue reading “A Comparison of Masonic Ethical Regulations”
A presentation at Abravanel Lodge No. 1116 in New York reinforces the educational series. We are publishing the text of the presentation and the PowerPoint slides here to facilitate understanding. Continue reading “Ethics in Education – a part of the educational series”
Understanding Masonic ethics poses challenges in some countries. For this reason, our publication would like to contribute some reflections on the ethics of Freemasonry as it appears in several countries.
Those interested in book launches on the topic of Freemasonry can usually attend such events at historical conferences or at events organized by specialized publishers. On May 18, the Symbolic Grand Lodge of Hungary organized a book presentation in the grand hall of the Mystery Hotel (the former Masonic hall. ) Three volumes were presented at the event, including George Orator’s work titled “A Noachite’s Dream.” Continue reading “Book Presentation on Freemasonry in Hungary”
Review of the book titled “A Noachite’s Dream”, which deals with Freemasonry: Continue reading ““A Noachite’s Dream” A Compass for the Age of the Digital Flood”
Over the past 15 years or so, many people have asked me about the state of Freemasonry in the United States. Several people have asked me to share my opinion on the similarities and differences between American and European Freemasonry. I have attempted to answer these questions in several lectures. A compiled and edited version of these lectures follows below.
Continue reading “Freemasonry in the United States”
In Freemasonry, the “Working Tools” are symbolic instruments derived from operative stonemasonry. Rather than being used to build physical structures, they are used metaphorically to help a Mason “build” his character and moral life.
The square, the compass, and the letter “G” are the most well-known symbols of Freemasonry. These are the central symbols of Freemasonry. They are linked to the spirit of the Old Testament, especially through the ideas of God’s order, justice, and harmony.
Continue reading “Basic Symbols of Freemasonry”
I want to talk tonight about something I do almost every day — and don’t worry, I’m not here to talk about charts or stocks. I’m really here to talk about discipline, loss, and starting over, because Masonry prepared me for those things long before I ever realized it would. If I had to explain what I do in the market to a three-year-old, I’d say this:
Continue reading “Thoughts on my work, as a Freemason”
We are pleased to present this paper prepared by the eminent Masonic Scholar, J. Fairbairn Smith, Editor Emeritus of the Detroit Masonic World. Raised as a “Lewis” at the age of 18, in the lodge at Hawick, Scotland, in 1925, Bro. Smith has become one of the most respected of Masonic journalists. He is a “mould stone” from the quarry of Masonic life.
Many researchers and theorists specializing in Freemasonry consider the role of Freemasons to be of importance in the development and maintenance of democratic societies. Based on democratic rights, it must be emphasized that the free flow of information and the protection of sources contribute to social development and the protection of individual rights. Continue reading “Freemason rights, duties, and obligations”