The gems of masonry : emblematic and descriptive (1859)
Sherer, John · Cincinnati : The Author · leaf 16
is badge of a mason is not worn by the genuine ma-sonic brother, through ostentation or levity, but as a continualmemento, that as the Iambus skin is pure and spotless, so he isbound by new and solemn ties to keep himself unspotted fromthe world. He is, moreover, reminded that, when the blood*which… … 4 ENTERED APPRENTICE. 57^6 twenty-four inch Gauge and Common Gavel. These should be a part of the furniture or equipments of the Lodge.The following is the correct form of the Gavel:
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