April There was a Memorial Ceremony for Bro. Robert E. Ring, Past Master of MacArthur Lodge. His son and current Master of MacArthur, Ken gave the eulogy. It was Bro. Augusto’s final meeting at Lodge Han Yang. He affiliated with the lodge a few years ago, and has now returned to the Grand Lodge of Cuba. … More 2nd Quarter Update
Recently I did an interview with Bro. Alex Powers, host of the Historical Light Podcast and Freemason from the Grand Lodge of Kansas. We discussed things like the History of Freemasonry in Korea, the activities of the Scottish Lodges, including our relationship with the Prince Hall Freemasons on the peninsula, and various other things as … More The Historical Light Podcast
January To kick off the new year, Bro. Stoney, Past Master of Lodge Harry S. Truman was in town visiting and presided over a meeting. Bro. Kevin, Past Master of Lodge Han Yang, was on his way out of country and attended his final meeting. Lodge Han Yang also visited Bro. Bob, who was in hospital. … More 1st Quarter Update
The chapter degrees of the Rose Croix are not only consistent in teaching absolute truths to all those who receive them, but also reinforces the very notion of universality itself in its underlying themes: All the emblems, forms and ceremonies of Masonry are symbolical of great primitive truths, which each one is at liberty to interpret in … More Universality within the Rose Croix
October Rose of Sharon Chapter held their first meeting of the year, at which I humbly presided as the newly installed First Principal. II Corinthians Lodge and Elect Lady of the East Chapter had a farewell dinner for Bro. Scott. Truman Lodge also held their first meeting of the year, at which Bro. Chris presided … More 4th Quarter Update
A certain Past Master had strolled over to the local pub to mentor a newly initiated brother. Being overly prompt as usual, he sat down at the bar and ordered a scotch to sip on while he waited for the apprentice. He actually didn’t really know the fellow all that well, but since no one else … More Crusty Ol’ Past Masters
July Lodge Harry S. Truman held their annual Independence Day BBQ. Truman Lodge also presented plaques to The Duke of Tailors, Pak’s Mall, and The Clash for their constant support over the years. Lodge Han Yang had a going away party for Bro. Lex. Bro. Kevin met up with some of the Widow’s Sons in … More 3rd Quarter Update
Not too long ago, I learned about the ancient Korean concept of Hongik Ingan, which means “to live and work for the benefit of all mankind.” This caught my attention right away, as the aim of antient Freemasonry is also self-improvement for the benefit of society: “to build a better world by building better men to work in … More 프리메이슨, 홍익인간!
April Elect Lady of the East Chapter sold funnel cakes at the CYSS Month of the Military Child Community Fun Fair on USAG Yongsan. The Scottish Rite held their Spring Reunion and Conferral. Six new Masters of the Royal Secret received the degrees. Pusan Lodge held an Entered Apprentice degree for Bros. Hans and Simon. … More 2nd Quarter Update
It is interesting that Adoniram is such an important figure in the higher degrees, yet is never mentioned in the Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, or Master Mason rituals. In the Bible he is named as the overseer of the levy in the forests of Lebanon: He sent them to Lebanon in shifts of 10,000 men … More On Adoniram
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