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is nothing more fervent than charcoal which when properly prepare (3) Tillich, Paul, Theology of Culture, Oxford Univ. Press, (1964)
and lighted the most obdurate metal will yield. So should we be p. 59 .
fervent in attacking our problems and the problems of others melting
them into harmonious solutions. And there is nothing more zealous ©Copyright by VWB Richard M. Kovak 2012 All Rights Reserved
than clay or mother earth which is constantly used by man to create
new things. So should we creatively use our abilities to create a new
world for ourselves and others less fortunate than ourselves?
If the new Entered Apprentice pursues his studies and his work in Washington Masonic Tribune Editor - WB Dean
earnest with an open and speculative mind he is sure to discover Markley
many more meanings of the symbolism in this degree and in the end
enrich his life further with these insights and recognitions of what is
truly within all creation.
Then he can proceed to the other degrees on the firm basis that Brethren,
he has discovered already the true essence of Freemasonry and
now seeks only to deepen his knowledge and learning with new The publication has been made possible through the great effort
symbols and new interpretations to strengthen and fortify his life. and thought by those who submit articles. I am very grateful for those
When I was in kindergarten, did I know that I was learning all I articles and give great thanks! I hope that we can continue and
really needed to know in life? Of course not. But as I grew and pursue its purpose in the future days to come. The Masonic Tribune
matured through elementary school, high school and beyond I is one of the means to communicate to the membership efficient and
learned that what is really important in life are the basics of fair play, effective ideas, best practices and successful programs that were
following the rules, sharing with others and cleaning up after myself promoted in your areas.
no matter whether it was because I had made a mess in my life or I You can submit an article to me or give feedback at
was simply preparing for the next day’s labor. And so it is with wdeanm@gmail.com. Please have the article put in a word
Freemasonry. I did not know how much I really learned in the document in Arial format of font size of 10. Here are the due dates
Entered Apprentice degree until I sought and received further light in for the upcoming year:
masonry.  August 23, 2020
 November 22, 2020
Thank you Brethren for allowing me to share these thoughts on  February 21, 2021
symbolism with you.  May 23, 2021.
Again, I give great thanks for articles submitted, time and love they
(1) Zimmer, Heinrich, Philosophies of India, ed. by Joseph take for the love of our craft.
Campbell, Princeton Univ. Press (1960) pp. 1-2.
(2) Campbell, Joseph, Symbol Without Meaning, an essay
contained in his book Flight of the Wild Gander, originally My dad (WB Gordon Markley, 33˚, a past Potentate of California)
published by Viking Press (1969). found the poem that he forward to me. I would like to share with you.

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