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SUMMARY:The Alhambra and the Islamic Culture That Gave Birth to It
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will cover the architecture of the Alhambra (and the source of decoration in Oriental Hall at the Masonic Temple)\, the material culture of Andalusia and the now-challenged view that this civilization was a highly tolerant time in history when Jews\, Christians and Muslims happily co-existed. \n\n\n \nAttend VirtuallyJohn Minott\n\nA graduate of Stanford University and a member of Lodge No. 2\, Philadelphia\, John has been a tour guide at the Masonic Temple for 27 years.
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-alhambra-and-the-islamic-culture-that-gave-birth-to-it/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:The Stuff Freemasonry is Made of: Physical Properties of the Old Testament
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will explore the physical materials of Freemasonry and the Old Testament\, such as Tyrian purple dye and the gems in the high priest’s breastplate\, along with a few other surprise oddities. \n\n\n \nAttend Virtually\nAustin R. Shifrin \nBrother Austin R. Shifrin\, 33°\, is a Past Master of Tyrian Lodge No. 644\, Lower Burrell\, and former Secretary of Lodge Ad Lucem No. 812\, Pittsburgh. He belongs to East Hills Royal Arch Chapter No. 268\, Liberty Valley Council No. 50\, the Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh\, Syria Shrine and several other bodies. He also serves on the board of the Academy of Masonic Knowledge. His book\, “More Light: Collected Masonic Writings 2017-2021\,” published in March 2022\, has sold hundreds of copies around the world\, stimulating deep and meaningful discussion among the brethren.
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-stuff-freemasonry-is-made-of-physical-properties-of-the-old-testament/
LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Cuba Freemasonry\, Democracy and Revolution
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will center around the history of Cuban Freemasonry and its relationship to the many revolutions and insurrections in the country’s history. \nAttend Virtually\nMoises I. Gomez \n\n\nBrother R.W. Moises I. Gomez is a member of Atlas Pythagoras Lodge No. 10\, Westfield\, N.J. He has served as Grand Historian of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey for several years\, has presided over eight different Masonic bodies and is a member of over 40 Masonic organizations\, research groups and societies and honorary memberships. \n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org\n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/cuba-freemasonry-democracy-and-revolution/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Real Stone  Masonry
DESCRIPTION:Due to circumstances beyond our control\, our speaker scheduled for Saturday\, Dec. 16\, has had to cancel. His presentation\, “Real Stone Masonry\,” has been rescheduled for Saturday\, Feb. 17. Details will be sent out at a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. \nThis lecture will discuss the craft of practical stone carving and its relationship to Freemasonry. \n\n\n \nMorgan Dummitt\nMorgan Dummitt is a professional sculptor in stone and bronze. He has studied internationally and exhibited across the country. He is currently a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and Studio Incamminati and produces commissioned sculptures from his Philadelphia studio.\n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org\n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/real-stone-masonry-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Ancient Temples of the Initiate
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a journey into Ancient India to examine one of its most misunderstood temple complexes. We will look at the symbolism\, history and philosophy of the site and the journey of “initiation.” \n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n     \n\n    \n\n \n\n \nAttend Virtually\nDrew Mackinnon \nBrother Drew Mackinnon is a father\, lecturer\, traveler\, writer/artist and tradesman. His passion is visiting and studying temple sites throughout the ancient world. He is the Chaplain of Saddleback Laguna Lodge No. 672 and an education committee member. He lives in Southern California with his family.
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/ancient-temples-of-the-initiate/
LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Real Stone Masonry
DESCRIPTION:This lecture will discuss the craft of practical stone carving and its relationship to Freemasonry. \n\n\n \n\n \n\n \nOpens in new window\nPDF Download\nWord Download\nExcel Download\nPowerPoint Download\nDocument Download\n\n        \n\n \n\n \nAttend VirtuallyMorgan Dummitt\n\nMorgan Dummitt is a professional sculptor in stone and bronze. He has studied internationally and exhibited across the country. He is currently a faculty member at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and Studio Incamminati and produces commissioned sculptures from his Philadelphia studio.\n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at templeevents@pagrandlodge.org
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/real-stone-masonry/
LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:The History of Chinese Secret Societies
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will focus on the history of Chinese secret societies and the beliefs that led to the formation of Chinese Freemasonry\, known as the Grand Lodge of China\, located in Taiwan. \n\n\n \n\n \nAttend VirtuallyBryan Wong\n\nBryan Wong is a Past Master of Palestine-Roxborough Lodge No. 135\, Lafayette Hill. He is also a high school United States and Eastern history teacher\, as well as a middle school math teacher in Philadelphia. \n\nIf you want to find out more about our upcoming events\, please contact us at TempleEvents@pamasonictemple.org.
URL:https://pagrandlodge.org/event/the-history-of-chinese-secret-societies/
LOCATION:Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple\, 1 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series
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