What is Freemasonry
Freemasonry is the oldest and largest existing fraternal organisation in the world with over 5 million members around the world.
Freemasonry traces its origins from the 15th century and the great cathedral building periods in Europe and proudly preserves the traditions of those times. Freemasonry is unique within the community.
A principled way of life
Freemasonry offers men a principled way of life, a sense of belonging and of personal growth. The principles by which a Freemason is expected to conduct himself are based on tolerance, equality, charity and honour.
Freemasons demonstrate these principles by showing tolerance and respect for the opinions of others, behaving with kindness and understanding and practicing charity and care for their community.
Freemasons illustrate these principles for new members through ceremonies that utilize the tools of medieval stonemasonry as symbols.
Freemasonry recognizes the richness of all cultural beliefs and excludes no individual from membership on the basis of race or politics. Though Freemasons are required to profess a belief in a Supreme Being – the specifics of a Freemasons’ belief are a personal matter.
Freemasons pursue their personal development by working towards the betterment of all humanity through widespread community involvement. Freemasonry offers its support at all levels from local fundraising to international relief.