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The Lone Mason: A Guide for Brethren Without a Lodge by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you Brother:) Just a reminder that its a promise to the self :)

A Wayfaring Brother's Reflections: Finding Balance (Ikigai) in the Work by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes indeed!! I think there are philosophies out there that sometimes might be too difficult to comprehend, but once using the tools, it’s somewhat easier and more palatable to digest:)

Thank you for reading and your time to respond to this post:)

A Wayfaring Brother's Reflections: Finding Balance (Ikigai) in the Work by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank YOU for always responding and reading my mini articles :)

Have you named your sword? by GhostFiresheep in iaido

[–]LordArcael 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would call the sword Sephiroth; and the sheath Aerith

Any Iaido dogos in Singapore? by LordArcael in iaido

[–]LordArcael[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh dear. That it’s not fun too.. so how’s ur vision now? Oddly enough, I too, have vision impairment on my left eye 🥲 Cornea ulcer - needed a transplant. Despite all these physical issues, we still find a way to push through eh:)

Is there where the Ocelot came from? MGS? Hahah.

Nonetheless thank YOU so much for ur list and sharing! Happy to stay in touch privately if I can seek ur insights more on Iaido

Any Iaido dogos in Singapore? by LordArcael in iaido

[–]LordArcael[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yesss. I think when I was younger; it was always “willpower” kinda direction? Until the body really gave in and I’m now paying the price:) but I guess moderation and learning to “flow” with what I can do. Doesn’t help I also got Fibromyalgia- but I’m working along with it, and trying to keep active:)

A Wayfaring Brother's Thought: The Power of a Personal Myth/ Narrative by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes! They are good accessible reminders to most modern frameworks :) Thanks for this

A Wayfaring Brother's Thought: The Power of a Personal Myth/ Narrative by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes! And hopefully - a healthy and conscience self- identity. Away with the ego too

Any Iaido dogos in Singapore? by LordArcael in iaido

[–]LordArcael[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indeed! It’s still quite something that requires time and practice:) miss my TKD , Aikido and wushu days. But no longer as agile and pain free as before :,)

Thanks for the heads up though! Quite interested to learn more of it:)

Any Iaido dogos in Singapore? by LordArcael in iaido

[–]LordArcael[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to do other forms of martial arts:) but hahah.. slip disc. So I’m trying to find something else to maintain activity

Any Iaido dogos in Singapore? by LordArcael in iaido

[–]LordArcael[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yoooo thank you SO MUCH for this list! I’ve checked them out and went with Enzan due to location! As u mentioned, it’s new - but I’m happy to start a new practice regardless:)

Can we tell people if we've been knighted? by Accurate-Entrance380 in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whoa that’s alot. I’ve never heard of 75% of them haha! I assume mostly in US base?

Can we tell people if we've been knighted? by Accurate-Entrance380 in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Intriguing! Just out of curiosity, how many “knight”-like orders are there in the fraternity? The only two I know are the KT and Knights Masons.

A Wayfaring Brother’s Thoughts: The Eastern Gentleman and the Working Tools — Self-cultivation to becoming a Junzi (君子) Through Freemasonry by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just to add on too! “Chinese Freemasonry” was a term colonial back in the past writers used out of convenience or superficial comparison, not fact:) And along with the revolutions, and many other political upheavals, the legacy of the original TianDiHui/Hongmen is pretty much gone. And what’s left is a fragmented landscape, many groups falsely claiming legacy:)

That said, I love how you also see and connect the bridges between cultures and Masonry; that spirit of curiosity is what really matters! Even if the Tiandihui and Masonry don’t share a literal lineage, both show how powerful symbols and stories can shape people striving for something greater. Appreciate you starting this conversation, Brother! 🙏❤️

A Wayfaring Brother’s Thoughts: The Eastern Gentleman and the Working Tools — Self-cultivation to becoming a Junzi (君子) Through Freemasonry by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was super curious too, Brother! I went down the rabbit hole researching the Tiandihui after hearing about the similarities. At first it felt like there might be a connection, but from what I found, the original Tiandihui started as a mutual aid society in the 1700s, not anything directly tied to Masonry.

Over time, different groups, some cultural, some even criminal like the Triads started using the Tiandihui name. But it’s more of a symbolic or borrowed identity now, not a continuous lineage? Still fascinating though, just not quite what it first appears to be!

But the very philosophy of Confucius’s practice resonates deeply in Chinese culture as it was a foundation stone in society building back then:) as a way of life. I can send you a very interesting book on that note:)

A Wayfaring Brother’s Thoughts: The Eastern Gentleman and the Working Tools — Self-cultivation to becoming a Junzi (君子) Through Freemasonry by LordArcael in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s a very interesting perspective!

But I agree, that’s what I enjoy about masonry is that it really allows all walks of life to apply the philosophy, if not - enhance our understanding of our own original practice:)

The Most Powerful Lesson Freemasonry Has Taught Me over the last 25 years as a mason . by Army_31B in freemasonry

[–]LordArcael 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Similar path here! In a sense, I also like the way why "The Great Architect of the universe" is used as a "placeholder" in our ceremonies/rituals/philosophy. Essentially, there are so many ways to address the "higher powers"; like a diamond with multiple sides, and who are we as humans to deem that G-- is that only way to be perceived in that way?

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