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originally posted by: introvert
a reply to: kibric
They are charitable.
They only look to better themselves through enlightenment and faith.
They serve the communities in a variety of ways.
The best thing...their doors are open. You can knock on the door at any lodge and talk to them. Hell, you may even be able to join their ranks.
originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus
originally posted by: redhorse
Nice club sure; that leaves out half of humanity. Lovely people for sure.
I wanted to join a sorority in college but those sexist chicks would not let me.
originally posted by: redhorse
So... What is the female version of Freemasonry? Oh wait...
originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus
originally posted by: redhorse
So... What is the female version of Freemasonry? Oh wait...
Uh, you do know that there are female-only Masonic groups, right?
Oh, wait, your smarm says you did not.
originally posted by: redhorse
It's a silly placation...
originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus
originally posted by: redhorse
It's a silly placation...
I guess if you think that the women forming and joining these groups are silly that is your prerogative. I personally applaud them for trying to better themselves and their communities.
originally posted by: redhorse
But again, most Freemasons that I know only barely tolerate these groups or view them with a contempt that varies from thinly veiled to open. Women are just not seen as equal.
originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus
originally posted by: redhorse
But again, most Freemasons that I know only barely tolerate these groups or view them with a contempt that varies from thinly veiled to open. Women are just not seen as equal.
Look, I have no idea on what or whom you are basing your opinion but everyone in my Masonic circle has no issue with these groups. My other lodge, which is a strict observance where you need to write essays, even had a member do one on non-traditional Masonry, which has been around since the 1800's, and we all found it quite fascinating.
As I said previously, I respect anyone who wants to better themselves and I certainly do not look down on them and I would be seriously disappointed with anyone who did.
originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus
originally posted by: redhorse
Much of that was broadly cultural...
I suppose it was since my mother taught me to treat everyone equally.
originally posted by: redhorse
Quality passive, aggressive response though. Who taught you that?