Manuscript book of the State Lodge of Instruction, 1892-1893

Item — Volume: 1

Identifier: A2002-118-076

Scope and Contents

Manuscript book of the State Lodge of Instruction, Boston, Mass. which includes weekly minutes of each meeting in the handwriting of William A. Carrie, Secretary.

Dates

Creation: 1892-1893

Creator

Freemasons. State Lodge of Instruction (Boston, Mass.) (Organization)

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Biographical / Historical

Lodges of instruction are places "in which obscure [Masonic] passages in the ritual are explained. errors corrected. the landmarks classed. old traditions ventilated. and the whole system simplified and made easy of attainment to any industrious brother..." by Rev. George Oliver, Past Grand Commander for England and Wales. most Masonic lodges hold a Lodge of Instruction to help members learn about Masonic ritual and to help learn and rehearse ceremonies so they can be carried out to a high and uniform standard.