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The Lodge of the Golden Fleece > Masonic Education

The Lodge of The Golden Fleece meets at East Melbourne on the second Friday of February, March, May, July, September and November.

Masonic Education

It is not Freemasonry, but the individual Mason, instilled with the principles and tenets of the Craft, who has a positive influence on society.

Freemasonry encourages every member to make a daily to advancement in masonic knowledge to enable them to be useful members of society, who lead happy and productive lives. Freemasons are taught that family and work commitments take priority over lodge activities. Members are encouraged to particpate in education, charitable and community projects.

In the lodge room members are introduced to a range of ideas, which are presented using symbols and stories associated with the work of stonemasons. The construction of King Solomons Temple as described in the King James Bible is the source of these symbols and stories.

By regular attendance at lodge meetings, members become familiar with the symbols of freemasonry and how they are applied by freemasons to illustrate principles for living. Some members have the time and money to contribute to the organisation of the lodge and develop their confidence and skills.

Over the centuries many books have been written about freemasonry. These books range from the personal reflections of the authors to academic studies on the social or historical aspects of the organisation.

The Centre for Research into Freemasonry

Professor Andrew Prescott, formerly curator in the Manuscripts Department of the British Library, was founding director of this academic research unit which is supported by the United Grand Lodge of England. The centre aims to undertake and promote scholarly research into the historical, social and cultural impact of Freemasonry.

Masonic Books

a selection of books about freemasonry to browse and buy online from amazon.com