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Some Peculiar Phases Of Freemasonry.
particularly referred to by " Inquirer" when she speaks of husbands closing their pockets against their wives . We may not be thanked for our interference , but we would advise "Inquirer" to accept the first offer she receives from a Freemason—if he is fairly eligible in other respects—and we think there is little
fear she will ever have occasion to repeat that " Masonic teachings lift up men too much , and place women below everything . " We hope she will discover that Masonic teachings can , and do , lift up the men who listen to them , and that they are not lifted up at the
expense of the women ; rather that the men are lifted up , and so they " more fully recognize their duties and responsibilities towards those members of the opposite sex with whom they are associated . We have not , however , heard the last of " Inquirer . " She wishes to know if " any one ever heard of a good Freemason leaving all , at his death , to his wife , in his
unbounded confidence and love for her ? She fears not , but will be glad to know if she is wrong in thinking this . If she is really sincere , and can believe us , she will find considerable pleasure in our contradiction of her peculiar fancies . A Freemason is as likely to make provision for those he may leave behind him as any one else—even more so , we might say ; but if he so far neglects his duty in making the
provision which lies in his power it is no unusual occurrence to find other members of the Masonic Order ready to come forward and help to repair the mischief , not because they wish to shield the name of the departed brother from the effects of his neglect , but rather because they recognise his wife or daughters
as sisters , who have been lifted up to their own level by the teachings of Freemasonry , and the association of their husband or father with the Order . In conclusion , we would ask " Inquirer " to bear this controversy in mind , and should she at any time be in the position to judge how far Freemasons act up to their professions of Brotherly relief and assistance , she will
not hesitate to acknowledge the error oi her present ideas—provided she is convinced they are wrong ; and , given tho opportunity , we believe she will be convinced on this point . We haye yet another subject for discussion under this head . A well known metropolitan contemporary last week gave a portrait and sketch of the now
Vice-Chairman of the London County Council—Bro . Hutton—and stated , among other qualifications , that he "" is a Freemason and a teetotaler , a combination which is by no means common . " It is this latter observation we object to , and we desire to defend the Craft against the evident intention of the writer to cast a slur upon it . Is it such a very rare occurrence to find a Freemason who is also a teetotaler that it
should be specially referred to m the public press ? Certainly not , and the writer displays a considerable amount of ignorance of what is going on around him when he endeavours to imply that Freemasonry and teetotalism are not in unison with each other . It may be the association of the two matters and the writer ' s comment upon them was made in thisinstance
without any intention oi casting a slur upon the Masonic Brotherhood , but we think the writer will agree with us that his comments bear an unfavourable impression , and we are of opinion that most of his readers will accept the remarks as implying that teetotalism is , so to speak , unknown in connection with the Masonic system ; whereas , as a
matter of fact , there are now several Lodges under the Grand Lodge of England membership of which is restricted to teetotalers , and the members of which are held in as high esteem as any association of
brethren to be found in the country . Had the writer the opportunity of attending meetings of our Lodges , and had he availed himself of that opportunity he would long since have discovered that it is not at all uncommon
Some Peculiar Phases Of Freemasonry.
to find brethren attending the banquet who share with Bro . Hutton the dual qualification of Freemason and teetotaler , and it may be some satisfaction to know that the number of such brethren is constantl y on the increase , the force of example being strong in
this respect , as m most others . "We may personally regard the Masonic virtue of temperance as more desirable than the bigotry of total abstinence , but that is no reason why we , as Freemasons , should differ with those who think otherwise . It is a notable characteristic of the Order to be tolerant to
minorities , and teetotalers will receive the same treatment in this respect as others . They are at present in the minority without doubt , but they are not so very uncommon as to justify special notice when one of their number comes prominently before the public .
The Three Jewish Temples.
THE THREE JEWISH TEMPLES .
" Said David to Solomon , with heart full of love , Since we are thns chosen by the high powers above , We'll build Him a Temple ; all fair it shall stand On the top of Moriah , near Jerusalem . " —Ancient M . E . M . Hymn
SEPARATED from legendary , mythical and traditionary befogment , the story of the three temples which severally occupied the summit of Mount Moriah , is a subject of intense interest not only to Masonic readers , but to the student of Bible history and Jewish antiquity . While
we havo a profuse description of King Solomon ' s temple in all its architectural beauty and sublime forms of service , and while the temple of Zerubbabel , erected upon the ruins of that built by the son of Bathsheba—widow of Uriah and wife to King David—is briefly touched upon , in
its building and final dismantlement , but little or nothing is said about the building of the third temple , which was iu its full glory and magnificence in the days of our Saviour—who , upon a false accusation regarding its destruction , was condemned to death . This article , therefore ,
proposes to very briefly dwell upon what is known regarding these three edifices , but more especially the latter two . The first temple , known as that of Solomon ' s , was the joint work of the latter and hia father David . The work of building a " Hou ? e of tho Lord " had occupied the mind
of King David dui ^ ug the latter years of his rei ^ n , and to this end ho had accumulated much material in crude form , such as gold , silver , brass , wood , and cloth for tho uniform of the priests and Levites , But David had been a "Man of War , " and he had
been divinely informed that he would not be permitted to build the " House , " because his hands were " red with blood . " So , to the wise son was therefore relegated the labour of building the first grand temple possessed by the Jews . The nation , after long years of intestate and
foreign wars , was now at peace . The union effected by David of the feudal separation of Judah and Israel , now under one king and government , had served to unify and
strengthen the kingdom to such an extent that when Solomon assumed the dual crown , universal quietude and attendant prosperity marked the commencement of tho golden era for God's chosen people .
The Gentile nations contiguous to the boarders of Solomon ' s kingdom had been taught by David and his generals that Israel was mighty in battle . Respect born
of continued success in the field had taught the so-called heathen round about to seek alliance with the young ruler whose magnificence , wisdom and wealth had been heralded to the then " ends of the earth . "
Among the ardent admirers of Solomon was the rich and influential king from the Mediterranean shore with whose territory that of Judah was contiguous . Hiram of Tyre was a man of generous instincts and thought . His
kingdom being adjacent to that of Solomon ' s , commercial and even social and religions intercourse was clearly established between them , as is evident from the alacrity with which he united with Solomon in the building of the temple .
The work was therefore commenced in the fourth year of the reign of Solomon , 1012 B . C ., and nnder the most favourable auspices , both human and divine , Oat of tho
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Some Peculiar Phases Of Freemasonry.
particularly referred to by " Inquirer" when she speaks of husbands closing their pockets against their wives . We may not be thanked for our interference , but we would advise "Inquirer" to accept the first offer she receives from a Freemason—if he is fairly eligible in other respects—and we think there is little
fear she will ever have occasion to repeat that " Masonic teachings lift up men too much , and place women below everything . " We hope she will discover that Masonic teachings can , and do , lift up the men who listen to them , and that they are not lifted up at the
expense of the women ; rather that the men are lifted up , and so they " more fully recognize their duties and responsibilities towards those members of the opposite sex with whom they are associated . We have not , however , heard the last of " Inquirer . " She wishes to know if " any one ever heard of a good Freemason leaving all , at his death , to his wife , in his
unbounded confidence and love for her ? She fears not , but will be glad to know if she is wrong in thinking this . If she is really sincere , and can believe us , she will find considerable pleasure in our contradiction of her peculiar fancies . A Freemason is as likely to make provision for those he may leave behind him as any one else—even more so , we might say ; but if he so far neglects his duty in making the
provision which lies in his power it is no unusual occurrence to find other members of the Masonic Order ready to come forward and help to repair the mischief , not because they wish to shield the name of the departed brother from the effects of his neglect , but rather because they recognise his wife or daughters
as sisters , who have been lifted up to their own level by the teachings of Freemasonry , and the association of their husband or father with the Order . In conclusion , we would ask " Inquirer " to bear this controversy in mind , and should she at any time be in the position to judge how far Freemasons act up to their professions of Brotherly relief and assistance , she will
not hesitate to acknowledge the error oi her present ideas—provided she is convinced they are wrong ; and , given tho opportunity , we believe she will be convinced on this point . We haye yet another subject for discussion under this head . A well known metropolitan contemporary last week gave a portrait and sketch of the now
Vice-Chairman of the London County Council—Bro . Hutton—and stated , among other qualifications , that he "" is a Freemason and a teetotaler , a combination which is by no means common . " It is this latter observation we object to , and we desire to defend the Craft against the evident intention of the writer to cast a slur upon it . Is it such a very rare occurrence to find a Freemason who is also a teetotaler that it
should be specially referred to m the public press ? Certainly not , and the writer displays a considerable amount of ignorance of what is going on around him when he endeavours to imply that Freemasonry and teetotalism are not in unison with each other . It may be the association of the two matters and the writer ' s comment upon them was made in thisinstance
without any intention oi casting a slur upon the Masonic Brotherhood , but we think the writer will agree with us that his comments bear an unfavourable impression , and we are of opinion that most of his readers will accept the remarks as implying that teetotalism is , so to speak , unknown in connection with the Masonic system ; whereas , as a
matter of fact , there are now several Lodges under the Grand Lodge of England membership of which is restricted to teetotalers , and the members of which are held in as high esteem as any association of
brethren to be found in the country . Had the writer the opportunity of attending meetings of our Lodges , and had he availed himself of that opportunity he would long since have discovered that it is not at all uncommon
Some Peculiar Phases Of Freemasonry.
to find brethren attending the banquet who share with Bro . Hutton the dual qualification of Freemason and teetotaler , and it may be some satisfaction to know that the number of such brethren is constantl y on the increase , the force of example being strong in
this respect , as m most others . "We may personally regard the Masonic virtue of temperance as more desirable than the bigotry of total abstinence , but that is no reason why we , as Freemasons , should differ with those who think otherwise . It is a notable characteristic of the Order to be tolerant to
minorities , and teetotalers will receive the same treatment in this respect as others . They are at present in the minority without doubt , but they are not so very uncommon as to justify special notice when one of their number comes prominently before the public .
The Three Jewish Temples.
THE THREE JEWISH TEMPLES .
" Said David to Solomon , with heart full of love , Since we are thns chosen by the high powers above , We'll build Him a Temple ; all fair it shall stand On the top of Moriah , near Jerusalem . " —Ancient M . E . M . Hymn
SEPARATED from legendary , mythical and traditionary befogment , the story of the three temples which severally occupied the summit of Mount Moriah , is a subject of intense interest not only to Masonic readers , but to the student of Bible history and Jewish antiquity . While
we havo a profuse description of King Solomon ' s temple in all its architectural beauty and sublime forms of service , and while the temple of Zerubbabel , erected upon the ruins of that built by the son of Bathsheba—widow of Uriah and wife to King David—is briefly touched upon , in
its building and final dismantlement , but little or nothing is said about the building of the third temple , which was iu its full glory and magnificence in the days of our Saviour—who , upon a false accusation regarding its destruction , was condemned to death . This article , therefore ,
proposes to very briefly dwell upon what is known regarding these three edifices , but more especially the latter two . The first temple , known as that of Solomon ' s , was the joint work of the latter and hia father David . The work of building a " Hou ? e of tho Lord " had occupied the mind
of King David dui ^ ug the latter years of his rei ^ n , and to this end ho had accumulated much material in crude form , such as gold , silver , brass , wood , and cloth for tho uniform of the priests and Levites , But David had been a "Man of War , " and he had
been divinely informed that he would not be permitted to build the " House , " because his hands were " red with blood . " So , to the wise son was therefore relegated the labour of building the first grand temple possessed by the Jews . The nation , after long years of intestate and
foreign wars , was now at peace . The union effected by David of the feudal separation of Judah and Israel , now under one king and government , had served to unify and
strengthen the kingdom to such an extent that when Solomon assumed the dual crown , universal quietude and attendant prosperity marked the commencement of tho golden era for God's chosen people .
The Gentile nations contiguous to the boarders of Solomon ' s kingdom had been taught by David and his generals that Israel was mighty in battle . Respect born
of continued success in the field had taught the so-called heathen round about to seek alliance with the young ruler whose magnificence , wisdom and wealth had been heralded to the then " ends of the earth . "
Among the ardent admirers of Solomon was the rich and influential king from the Mediterranean shore with whose territory that of Judah was contiguous . Hiram of Tyre was a man of generous instincts and thought . His
kingdom being adjacent to that of Solomon ' s , commercial and even social and religions intercourse was clearly established between them , as is evident from the alacrity with which he united with Solomon in the building of the temple .
The work was therefore commenced in the fourth year of the reign of Solomon , 1012 B . C ., and nnder the most favourable auspices , both human and divine , Oat of tho