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Who are the MODERN Free and Accepted Masons?

Norski_406

Norski_406

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Recently while doing some research online, I stumbled across the Modern Free and Accepted Masons of the World. Upon further investigation, I was able to find a brief history on their organization.

My question is -- are the Modern Free and Accepted Masons of the World recognized by AF & AM Lodges?
 
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Elexir

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I dont think they are. If memory serves me right only state GLs or PHA lodges fit recognition in the US.
 
Norski_406

Norski_406

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Thanks for all the responses. Does anyone have any links to literature or insight explaining the situation more?
 
Bloke

Bloke

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Bill Lins said:
Not by legitimate AF & AM Lodges. There are many irregular & unrecognized grand lodges that style themselves "AF & AM".
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And regular ones which do too, as does my own which is "UNITED GRAND LODGE of Antient Free and Accepted Masons Of VICTORIA"
 
BullDozer Harrell

BullDozer Harrell

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Yes sir. And if you notice something else about Modern Free & Accepted Masons. They've incorporated a key symbol underneath the traditional Square & Compass emblem.

My opinion is they did so to skirt around the rulings not going in their favor.

These types of groups rather continue in their own fashion instead of dissolving and seeking to become part of Regular masonry.

Black clandestine Grand Lodges are a nasty business.

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Warrior1256

Warrior1256

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BullDozer Harrell said:
These types of groups rather continue in their own fashion instead of dissolving and seeking to become part of Regular masonry.
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Why wouldn't they want to be a part of regular Masonry? I don't understand this unless it is about being the head of the bogus organization not wanting to give up the power. But why would the regular members not want to switch and be part of a recognized organization?
BullDozer Harrell said:
Black clandestine Grand Lodges are a nasty business.
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Why is this so prevalent?

I am still pretty new to the Craft so there are still many things that I do not understand. Thank you for your time Brother.
 
BullDozer Harrell

BullDozer Harrell

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I have my opinions.

The black clandestine lodges i know of in Chicago operate because their leadership loves the power and money given to them by members.

These leaders are treated like Gods in their organizations. They can take the membership money and flaunt a certain lifestyle.

I know of one so called Grand Master who proudly brags that he has the best cars thanks to his Grand Lodge. Terrible.

These scoundrels in the leadership of their organizations see gullible people and aren't shy about exploiting it.

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Bloke

Bloke

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BullDozer Harrell said:
..I know of one so called Grand Master who proudly brags that he has the best cars thanks to his Grand Lodge. Terrible...
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That is terrible, but the flip side of it is making me smile in that some people get bent out of shape, when, say an electrician, does work on a lodge building and sends a bill in for that work when it was commissioned on a commercial basis and there was no discussion of it being a volunteer job and the tradesperson spends two weekdays and deploys staff on that same job. What a contrasting culture.
 
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