MASONIC RITUAL

The Ritual – Positioning the Square & Compasses When Closed

MASONIC RITUAL EXPLAINED BY THE CHAIRMAN OF THE CUSTODIANS OF THE WORK

When closing the Great Light In Masonry, is there a particular way we should arrange the Square and Compasses on the cover of the Holy Bible?

No, there is not. In fact, it is not required that they be placed on the Holy Bible once it is closed, or even on the Altar. The Senior Deacon could pocket the Square and Compasses if that seems like a good idea.

Response provided by RW Samuel Lloyd Kinsey
Chairman, Custodians of the Work, Grand Lodge of New York

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