“My Brother, Masonry means much more Than the wearing of a pin, Or carrying a paid-up dues receipt So the Lodge will let you in.
You may wear an emblem on your coat, From your finger flash a ring, But if you’re not sincere at heart This doesn’t mean a thing.
It’s merely an outward sign to show The world that you belong To this great fraternal brotherhood That teaches right from wrong.
What really counts lies buried deep Within the human breast, Till Masonic teaching brings it out And puts it to the test.
If you practice out of Lodge The things you learn within, Be just and upright to yourself And to your fellowmen.
Console a brother when he’s sick And assist him when in need, Without a thought of personal reward For any act or deed;
Walk and act in such a way That the world without can see That only the best can meet the test Laid down by Masonry.
Be always faithful to your trust And do the best you can— Then you can proudly tell the world You’re a Mason and a Man.”
