Frequently asked questions about Freemasonry
- What is Masonry?
- How old is Freemasonry?
- How and where did Freemasonry start?
- Why are you a secret society?
- What are the secrets of Freemasonry?
- Is Freemasonry a patriotic body?
- Why does Freemasonry not admit women?
- Why does Freemasonry say it is a "ritual" practice?
- Isn't ritual out of place in a modern society?
- Why do grown men run around with their trousers rolled up?
- Why do Freemasons take oaths?
- Why do your "obligations" contain hideous penalties?
- Are Freemasons expected to prefer fellow Masons at the expense of others?
- Why is "Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth" so important in Freemasonry?
- Isn't it true that Freemasons only look after each other?
- Why does Freemasonry have such odd symbolism like the skull?
- How much does it cost to be a Freemason?
- What happens at a Lodge meeting?
- Are meetings mandatory?
- How many degrees are there in Freemasonry?
- What does "making good men better" mean?
- Are there any subjects not discussed in a Lodge?
- Isn't Freemasonry a religion or a rival to religion?
- Why do you call it the VSL (Volume of the Sacred Law) and not the Bible?
- Why do you call God the Great Architect?
- What is the Church's position on Freemasonry?
- Isn't Freemasonry just another political pressure group?
- Are there not Masonic Groups who are involved in politics?
- Is Freemasonry an international Order?
- Why do you wear regalia?
- Can you leave the Masons once you become one?
- What is Esoteric Masonry?
