How does Freemasonry define itself?
While Masons claim that Freemasonry is just a fraternity, Masonry universally defines itself as “a regular system of morality, veiled in allegory, and illustrated by symbols.” Thus, its own definition reveals that it is more than a fraternity. Freemasonry defines itself as such because it teaches a system of morality through allegory and symbolism that, when faithfully practiced, leads all Masons to the celestial lodge above, irrespective of their individual religious beliefs. Freemasonry is far more than a social club. From a Christian perspective, any organization that claims to be a system of morality (especially one whose moral teachings are secret and are said to lead Masons to eternal life) must be evaluated in light of Scripture and the teachings of the Church. If the moral teachings of an organization are not rooted in God’s Revelation in Jesus Christ, they present incompatibilities with the Christian faith. As applied to Masonry, these incompatibilities include a denial of God
