The lewis is a tool used by operative masons to raise heavy blocks of stone: It consists of three metal parts: two wedge-shaped side pieces, and a straight centre piece, that fit together (tenon). A dovetailed recess is cut into the top of the stone block (mortise). The two outer pieces are inserted first and … More The Lewis
One of the charities the lodge supports is the “Give Out Love” Orphanage located in Nangok, a tough working-class neighborhood in Seoul. One thing that makes this orphanage so unique is that attached to the side of the building is a drop box for babies whose parents can’t take care of them. Pastor Lee, who … More Give Out Love
For the past few months I have done extensive research on the topic that is Prince Hall Freemasonry. Is it legitimate? Why doesn’t everyone recognize it? What barriers exist for visitation? These are all questions that, up until coming to Korea, had never crossed my mind. I was informed about Prince Hall on the night … More Regarding Brother Hall
This past weekend we went back down to Pyeongtaek and raised Bro Neil to the sublime degree of a Master Mason. Afterwards, we celebrated with a St John’s Day Feast. We did it in Table Lodge style, where we had to ask permission to speak, use code words for certain things, and ask for dispensation … More Third Degree and St John’s Feast
Last night was a stated business meeting, followed by harmony at Burn. Normally we have harmony at the Seoul Club, but since it was election day in Korea, the club closed early. Burn is a real classy cigar bar in Itaewon on Kyungridan Road that we’re all rather fond of, so we decided to have … More Business Meeting and Burn
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