Square and Compasses – 132 January 2023
The word “Amity” is defined in the Oxford Dictionary as friendly relations and in the Webster Dictionary as friendly relations between nations. The “Tweetalige Woordeboek” has “vriendskaplikheid”. In Masonic terms, it means: acceptance for an active relationship. Amity is an interesting subject and this article is a summary of the lecture which I will present […]
2022 Yearbook
Square and Compasses – 131 December 2022
Globally, this year has been a year of war, protests, uncertainty and depression, but also of hope. We were shocked by the outbreak of the war in Eastern Europe and the continued consequences hereof. We watched with interest as several of the favourite teams were eliminated in the soccer World Cup and we rejoiced with […]
Square and Compasses – 129 October 2022
The dictionary defines a “Mentor” as a “Trusted Advisor” and tells us that “Mentorship” is guidance provided by a more experienced person. Although the word “Mentor” is not used in the VSL, the concept of “Mentorship” is often referred to therein. In Proverbs 15 we read: Plans fail for lack of guidance, but with many […]
Square and Compasses – 128 September 2022
A Freemason with integrity is an honest man who demonstrates sound moral and ethical principles – the foundation on which his Masonic brothers can build a relationship of trust with him. If any member finds these expectations conflict with the way in which he lives his life, then he should seriously consider whether he is […]
Square and Compasses – 126 July 2022
Freemasonry is not only a worthwhile but an essential pastime for every good, honest, moral and honourable man. It has been well said that as we lose ourselves in the service of others, we discover our own lives and happiness.
Square and Compasses – 125 June2022
We successfully celebrated 250 years of Freemasonry in South Africa during the period between 22 to 26 June 2022. In total, we had almost 300 people sharing in our various events. These included foreign guests as well as Brethren from all 4 Constitutions and from all over South Africa. The foreign delegations were led by: […]
2020 Yearbook
1 Month, 1 Mason – Bro. Brenlee Hippolyte
My name is Brenlee, and I’m a 25-year-old Master Mason in Lodge First United. 140 GLSA. My Masonic career started on the 3rd of May 2018, one of my most proud days too date. It wasn’t until I found out a late family member of mine was a Mason that I took the step to […]