LODGEThe word "lodge" has several different implications. A lodge may be operative, as in the early or pre-grand lodge period, or speculative, as in the modern sense. A lodge today generally refers to the place where the Freemason fraternity assembles to conduct its business. Historically, the lodge has been everything from a hut or shed to a magnificent structure worthy of architectural praise. There are several connotations ascribed to the word "lodge", but to Freemasonry, while it still refers to a place to meet, the word "lodge" in a larger sense, refers to the body of men constituting the fraternity. Particularly, to that group among whom no contention should ever exist, but who best can work and best agree.
Fraternally,
Norm Leeper, PM, HA
Secretary, Southern California Research Lodge
