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Join us this week for a look at Eliphas Levi and his influence on Albert Pike and other prominent Occult writers! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week! Links: Eliphas Levi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Éliphas_Lévi Albert Pike https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Pike Occult Profile - Waite http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2020/03/occult-profiles-e-waite.html Midwest Conf. on Masonic Ed...

Join us this week for a look at Eliphas Levi and his influence on Albert Pike and other prominent Occult writers! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week! Links: Eliphas Levi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Éliphas_Lévi Albert Pike https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Pike Occult Profile - Waite http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2020/03/occult-profiles-e-waite.html Midwest Conf. on Masonic Ed...

Join us this week for some good old-fashioned Masonic Parenting Advice from a poetic writing in the 1930s. Then, what was said about the Grand College of Rites in its first few years? Find out all this and more! Thanks for listening, and have a great week! Links: The Grand College of Rites https://grandcollegeofrites.org/ Pen and Compass Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@PenCompass-t4f/videos Meet...

This week, we're looking at a piece from 1950 exploring the idea of Kabbalah and its influence on the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Then, we'll take a look at one author's opinion on the dwindling membership numbers in the 1930s! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week! Links: Pen and Compass Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@PenCompass-t4f/videos Meet Act Part Podcast https://meetactandpart...

This week, we read a comical article from the 1930s related to lodge attire. Try not to spit-take while listening to this one. Then, we get serious. What happens when Freemasons aren't setting the example for the community at large? All this and more, stay tuned! Thanks for listening, and have a great week! Links: Pen and Compass Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@PenCompass-t4f/videos Meet Act Part...

Join us this week for a fascinating history of Freemasonry! Could the author be putting too much stock into what his sources give? Then, what is free to give is invaluable but is worthless until given away. You guessed it... All this and more. Thanks for listening, and have a great week! Links: Pen and Compass Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@PenCompass-t4f/videos Meet Act Part Podcast https://mee...

Join us this week for an episode exploring the power of words. In an article almost 100 years old, we find Truth and maybe a hidden power! Then, we'll ask ourselves an uncomfortable question: How often do we lie to ourselves? What is the cost of such action? Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week! Links: Pen and Compass Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@PenCompass-t4f/videos Meet Act Part P...

Join us this week for a bit of Masonic Christmas satire from Darin A. Lahners! Then, we'll examine the historical Five Points of Fellowship. Thanks for listening, and have an excellent holiday! Links: Darin's Piece http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/12/dear-santaall-i-want-for-christmas-is.html Uproxx Style Masonry http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2015/02/uproxx-style-masonry.html Pen and Com...

Join us this week for a special episode! What are the actual secrets of Freemasonry? Recently, a suggested topic caught my eye, and I thought—we should cover this! Many are confused about what Freemasons can and can't say on social media, etc. Let's set the record straight in this special listener-suggested episode.  Links Pen and Compass Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@PenCompass-t4f/videos Meet...

This week, we're continuing our trek through Troward's Hidden Power! We read parts 5 & 6 of the contemporary examination done by Brother Mark St. Cyr. From Spiritual power to the fundamental laws of nature—clues to directing your reality are given. Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week! Links: Hidden Power Pt. 5 http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/10/trowardthe-hidden-power-part-5.html...

Join us this week as we explore the troubles that often hit us during the holidays. Then we look at a piece from almost 100 years ago that expounds on why Freemasonry still exists and who it was meant to attract. How far off base are we today from this vision?  Links: Fear and Loathing on Thanksgiving  http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/11/fear-and-loathing-on-thanksgiving.html Skull and Crown...

This week we're looking at what we can do to subdue our intense and polarizing passions in 2024. We've also got a wonderful piece reminding us of our Obligations--not the ones we always like to talk about--the other ones...All this and more. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: San Antonio Esoteric Summit https://tinyurl.com/4wvkjpaf Subduing Our Passions http://www.midnightfreema...

Join us this week for a great article on adapting to the ever-changing landscape of the Lodge Secretary! Technology happens, and how do we determine what can work for us and what can't? Then a Parisian paper from way back, claiming Rosicrucian origins of Freemasonry. All this and more! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week! Links: Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ F...

Join us this week for tons of great Masonic Education! From Masonic opinions on drinking in movies to the macabre thoughts on death and even a piece on the Orphic relations to Freemasonry, we've got you covered. Oh yeah-- and we have an all-new Masonic Mythbusters segment with Worshipful Brother Patrick Dey about Jack the Ripper! Don't miss this week's awesome episode! Links: Skull and Crown Ltd....

Join us this week for a continued examination of Troward's "Hidden Power," in a contemporary rendition put together by Bro. Mark St. Cyr. Discover the beautiful science that drives our spirit and being! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! The Hidden Power Pt. 3 http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/08/trowardthe-hidden-power-part-3.html The Hidden Power pt 4 http://www.midnightfreemaso...

Join us this week for an exploration of sound and music. From the oldest composed music, The Hurrian Hymn No. 6, to the Lodge Music today, take a look at the science of sound and its effects on the human brain! Don't miss this one. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Oldest Music  https://historyfacts.com/arts-culture/fact/the-oldest-known-song-is-from-the-14th-century-bce/?email...

Join us this week for a contemporary look at perhaps one of the most astounding texts ever written. Bro. Mark St. Cyr reveals to us the Hidden Power, an amazing text by T. Troward that's sure to make you have deep thoughts! This week, we're looking at Parts 1 and 2 of his series, and we will continue to examine these intermittently over time. Thanks for listening and have a fantastic week! Links:...

Join us this week for a mindful take on the philosophy of life as it relates to our practical understanding. Pearl Jam and Freemasonry? Then, we're looking at some science! We're exploring early humanity and the traits that seem to have been passed down to us for the last 600,000 years...maybe more! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Early Humanity https://historyfacts.com/scien...

This week, join us for an insightful AI interview with me...I reflect on the memorable year as Worshipful Master. We'll journey through the notable moments and achievements that defined the year. Plus, we're diving deep into Masonic lore with a fascinating paper by Patrick Dey that juxtaposes the Hiramic Legend with Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey. Don't miss this enriching blend of contemporary...

Join us this week for a tale of Masonic "Natural Selection!" We've also got an awesome article exploring the symbolism of the Masonic Cube and how it relates to Qabalistic ideas. All this and more! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: When Someone Takes Back Their Petition http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/08/when-somebody-decides-to-take-back.html The Symbolism of the Cube h...

🎙️ In this week's must-listen episode, we are honored to sit down with the insightful Illustrious Brother Austin Shifrin, the brilliant mind behind the newly released book "Black Ink Farther Stars." Join us as we dive deep into a conversation that's as inspiring as it is enlightening. Austin Shifrin shares the journey and inspiration behind his latest work, offering listeners a unique glimpse into...

This week we've got an all-new Masonic Mythbusters with WB Patrick Dey! Ever wonder where the "sign of fidelity" comes from? Me too! Luckily we have Bro. Patrick on the case. Then, we're wrapping up Initiates of the Flame with the final chapter--The Great Pyramid! Don't miss this exciting conclusion to the text. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Initiates of the Flame - PDF htt...

Join us this week for an exciting continuation of Manly Hall's famous text, Initiates of the Flame. This week we dive into the Knights of the Round Table. Along with this reading, we also check out the known historical record. Did Arthur exist? Does it matter? All this and more! Links: Was King Arthur a Real Person? https://www.iflscience.com/was-king-arthur-a-real-historical-person-73141 Skull an...

Join us this week for a look into the deeper symbolic nature of the Ark of the Covenant! More than a box, or even an allegory of the human mind--Manly Hall has a unique perspective of what could be described as a wandering spirit of Truth. Don't miss it! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebo...

This week we learn what happened to the Pharos! Did they die out, or are they still among us? We're continuing the reading of Manly Hall's Initiates of the Flame with Part 5. Have a listen and enjoy! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channe...