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Completed your Degrees? Joined the Royal Arch? So... what's next? 🤔 Are you perhaps thinking of: 🪜 Stepping on the ladder... 📚 Learning our history... ✨ Exploring another order... If the latter, this may guide your steps in the direction you choose: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

Ever imagined stepping into a Freemasons' Lodge... in the Metaverse? The newly formed Metaverse Lodge, No 10,191, is pushing the boundaries of our ancient art into the digital realm. We hope to have some modules for those eager to learn more soon at solomon.ugle.org.uk.

Are you modern or ancient? This question split Freemasonry down the middle in the 18th century! Want to find out the answer, find out why it kicked off and about their grand union, we've reconciled all the details for you here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

What does the badge of a mason tell you about them? As seen in the pic there are a few and there are even more not seen there! How much space do you have in your case? 😉 Take a look through some of the other items in the wardrobe and their origins here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

Safe to say that we love a stained glass window at @UGLE_GrandLodge! #Freemasons

Have you received your Degree yet? Head over to solomon.ugle.org.uk to earn yours! The word degree comes from the Latin gradus, meaning a step. Our degrees are exactly that: steps on a journey of self-improvement. As above, so below. Take that step: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

What’s the most interesting ceremony you have come across, and why? While Emulation is incredibly popular, Lodges can choose their own, even ones dating back 300 years, rule 155 for those looking! Want to emulate what we know? Then read the rest here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

How is your Grand Lodge structured? In @UGLE_GrandLodge the Lodge at the bottom, the Province is usually next, then at the apex the Grand Lodge that links everything together. But, what about the Districts, Metropolitan, and Overseas Lodges? Find out here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

There are how many Grand Lodges in the United Kingdom? If you thought the history of Freemasonry is straightforward, think again! What do you think the answer is? The following might help you decide: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v… #Freemasonry #Freemasons @UGLE_GrandLodge

Every man and his dog is on Solomon, why aren't you? 🐾 Alright, perhaps not every man and his dog, but every Brother should be! Get your daily dose of masonic knowledge in this #pawsome place: solomon.ugle.org.uk #Freemasons #Freemasonry

What is both ancient and honourable? For thousands of years, across the world, the apron has been worn as a badge of distinction, purity, and friendship. We wear it for the same reason! Curious to learn more? Tie up some of those loose ends here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

Forget about imperial or metric, what's a cubit? 📷 The original cubit was the distance from your elbow to the tip of your middle finger. This was one of the earliest units of length, used by ancient groups. Build on your knowledge one cubit-by-cubit: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

Blackballed?! 🎱 For Freemasons, It's our historic, discreet ballot box tradition for choosing new members A white ball means acceptance; a black ball means to defer. Want to cast yourself deeper into learning more? Head here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

Brethren, the 9 o'clock toast. Though our usual toast appears at the festive board, let's raise a glass today, to both celebrate this VE Day, 80 years on, and remember all those Absent. Learn more about the toast here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

What's with the chessboard? That Chequered Pavement isn't for playing board games. It's a symbol of that wonderful chequered existence we share. It reminds us to keep our balance like a good piece, on the square. Learn more here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v… #Freemasons #DidYouKnow

What in the world is this? 🤔In Freemasonry, we have two, both sitting atop two grand columns! One represents one we levelly stand on. But what about the other? Chart your course to find out here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

Why is Freemasonry ‘peculiar’? 🤔 We are often asked “What is Freemasonry?” and our answer usually includes peculiar. Rather than being odd think of it as royally peculiar, but do you know what it means? Find out the rest here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v… #Freemasons #Freemasonry

40k Badges?! 🤯 Hold onto your aprons, a staggering 40,000 badges 🏅 have now been earned by our brilliant members! Each badge tells a story of personal growth and shared understanding within #Freemasonry! Well done all! 🎉 Interested getting your badge? solomon.ugle.org.uk

Let’s get straight to the point! 👇 Masonic Fire is usually saved for our private events however can be done in public. At the Festive Board, point away like the spectacle it is. Curious? Want to learn more? We will point you in the right direction: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…

Welcome Companion! From Master Mason to Principals, Sojourners, and Scribes, feeling like you've stepped into a narrative epic? You may have Questions! #discovermore now here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/mod/resource/v…