Freemasons in Kenya are usually based on allegations as most don’t seem to understand the basic concepts of the doctrine.
A FreeMason is a member of a major fraternal organization called Free and Accepted Masons or Ancient Free and Accepted Masons that has certain secret rituals.
Freemasonry or Masonry refers to fraternal organizations that trace their origins to the local guilds of stonemasons that, from the end of the 14th century, regulated the qualifications of stonemasons and their interaction with authorities and clients.
Freemasonry has always been religious in character, though it subscribes to no particular orthodoxy. To become a Freemason, the applicant has to be an adult male and must believe in the existence of a supreme being and the immortality of the soul.
Freemasonry is widely misunderstood in Kenya, and many link it to shady practices, as was the case for Ambrose Rachier
How To Join Freemasons
- To become a member of Freemasonry, all you need to do is locate your local lodge where you live, work, or study.
- We’ll then ask for a few personal details which will be forwarded to your local masonic area.
- They will then get in touch with you and can tell you more about Freemasonry and answer your questions.
Top 10 Quick Facts About The Freemasons In Kenya
- Who is the head of the Masons? The head of the masons is the Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), who was elected more than 50 years ago. It is HRH, The Duke of Kent, and he is the longest-serving Grand Master.
- What is the symbol of the Freemasons? The Square and Compasses
What is the symbol of the Freemasons? The Square and Compasses The Square and Compasses remains a popular symbol on Masonic rings. There’s another, lesser-known Masonic symbol drawn from nature: the beehive. “Masons were originally working men who were supposed to be as busy as bees,” says Jacob
- Why are there only men in Freemasons? The ideology of an only-men membership is enshrined in its group’s 1723 constitution (guidebook). However, they appear to have relaxed the laws as some lodges in the U.S. and Europe now recognize female members.
- How is one initiated into the Freemasons? The Freemasons have ceremonies, just like weddings and cultural functions. The society initiates members via certain rituals hardly known to the outside world.
- How does one become a Freemason? One becomes a Freemason by application. However, their application only becomes valid when they are proposed and supported by members. If successful, they are vetted and initiated into the society.
- What do Freemasons do? Members of the society are focused on developing themselves as people of integrity. Freemasons also partake in many philanthropic efforts.
- What happens at a lodge meeting? Lodge meetings are typically held in two parts. The first involves administrative procedures, while the second focuses on ceremonies.
- How many degrees of Freemasonry are there? Freemasonry has three degrees: Apprentice, Fellowcraft Freemason, and Master Mason.
- What Are The 3 Principles Of Freemasonry?
Tenets are principles, beliefs, or doctrines generally held to be true, especially ones that are held in a common belief by members of an organized society. Thus the key Tenets of Freemasonry are our grand principles of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. - What is the meaning of Freemason?
noun. Free·ma·son ˈfrē-ˈmā-sᵊn. : a member of a major fraternal organization called Free and Accepted Masons or Ancient Free and Accepted Masons that has certain secret rituals.
Top 10 Famous Freemasons in Kenya
- Ambrose Rachier- Gor Mahia chairman
- Dr Virendrh Talwar- radiologist
- Prof William Lore
- Walter Okok-Chairman of the Kenya Healthcare Federation
- Wilfred Ndirangu.
- General Charles Njonjo- the late former Attorney
- Moody Awori- former Vice President
- AB Shah-retired Court of Appeal Judge
- The late Nicholas Biwott was said to be a Freemason.
- Leadership of the Freemason District Grand Lodge Of East Africa
