How to become a Mason

I'm sure people have asked this thousands of times. I was wondering what it takes to become a Mason. I have been interested in Masonry since I was in the military. I was asked when I was in the military but I didn't feel it was the right time as I was still very immature. I do not currently know any masons at this time. I guess what i am asking is do I just go to the local masonic lodge and petition. I don't want to offend anyone or anyones beliefs by doing that. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated

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[edit on 7/9/2007 by Mirthful Me]

You have a U2U...

How to become a Mason? That's easy...just marry this guy:



He's a Jewish Mason. Are there any Masons in Israel??

reply to post by Excitable_Boy


Well, seeing that the building of King Solomon's Temple is integral to Masonic lore...

www.freemasonry.org.il...

I would hope so...

May I ask why one would want to be a Mason in the first place? To belong to some secret organization and feel special?

Jackie Mason in a secret society? Hardly...he's a comedian!

I heard Freemasonry was the best thing since four wheel brakes. What do they do?

I heard Freemasonry was the best thing since four wheel brakes. What do they do?

I'm pretty sure they help you slow down your car and make it stop. But, I'm no expert or mechanic or anything.....

I have been wondering too. I want to honestle be a mason I an finishing up school for air conditioning and heat and would like masonic help while starting my own business

reply to post by ironjello


It doesn't work that way... Freemasonry isn't for helping you or anyone start, or maintain a business; it's not for getting out of parking tickets or worse; it's for improving yourself, to grow spiritually within the fraternal bonds of the Craft.

I'd suggest more research on your part before pursuing a petition.