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	*To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley		*To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley
	ii Spirit of Masonry in Moral and Elucidatory Lectures Wm. Hutchinson. London: J. Wilke, 1775.		*Spirit of Masonry in Moral and Elucidatory Lectures Wm. Hutchinson. London: J. Wilke, 1775.
	*The 47th Proposition of the 1st Book of Euclid as part of the Jewel of a Past Master by: Brother Thomas		*The 47th Proposition of the 1st Book of Euclid as part of the Jewel of a Past Master by: Brother Thomas Greene
	Greene
	*Euclid’s Elements, Book I, Proposition 47 D.E.Joyce, Clark University 1996		*Euclid’s Elements, Book I, Proposition 47 D.E.Joyce, Clark University 1996
	v To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley		* To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley
	*H. R. A. Grand Chapter Register ("Ancients")Lau. Derrnott C.F. Kell, Litho, 8, Furnival St Holborn, E.C		*H. R. A. Grand Chapter Register ("Ancients")Lau. Derrnott C.F. Kell, Litho, 8, Furnival St Holborn, E.C
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	== Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master ==		== Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master ==

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	== Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master ==		== Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master ==
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	==0 47th Prop. Of Euclid Suspended by a Square ==0		=== 47th Prop. Of Euclid Suspended by a Square ===

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	== Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master ==		== Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master ==
	Source: [[Phoenixmasonry]]		Source: [[Phoenixmasonry]]
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	The Meaning and History of the Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master		The Meaning and History of the Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master

	Written By:		Written By:
	Carl W. Davis – 2005 Worshipful Master – Peru-Miami Lodge #67		Carl W. Davis – 2005 Worshipful Master – Peru-Miami Lodge #67

	Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Indiana, USA		Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Indiana, USA
	As Freemasons we are quite aware of the powerful nature of symbols. From our ~~first~~
	~~preparations~~ to enter the Fraternity, we have been taught through symbolism. We have
			As Freemasons we are quite aware of the powerful nature of symbols. From our firstpreparations to enter the Fraternity, we have been taught through symbolism. We have
	found meaning and comfort in symbols. And have, if we are true to our charges, striven		found meaning and comfort in symbols. And have, if we are true to our charges, striven
	to improve our character by their teachings, as we travel toward the rising sun, in the		to improve our character by their teachings, as we travel toward the rising sun, in the
	footsteps of the Widow’s Son. This essay will explore the meaning and historical usage		footsteps of the Widow’s Son. This essay will explore the meaning and historical usage
	of the specific symbols used to represent a Past Master of a Craft Lodge.		of the specific symbols used to represent a Past Master of a Craft Lodge.
	47th Prop. Of Euclid Suspended by a Square


			==0 47th Prop. Of Euclid Suspended by a Square ==0


	From a current global perspective, the most widely used Past Master’s symbol consists of		From a current global perspective, the most widely used Past Master’s symbol consists of
	the 47th Proposition of Euclid suspended from a Square. The 47th proposition of Euclid		the 47th Proposition of Euclid suspended from a Square. The 47th proposition of Euclid
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	working with a Right Triangle where “C” represents the hypotenuse. We are also taught		working with a Right Triangle where “C” represents the hypotenuse. We are also taught
	that whenever a triangle has a side length ratio of Three, Four and Five, the triangle will		that whenever a triangle has a side length ratio of Three, Four and Five, the triangle will
	be a right triangle.ii		be a right triangle.


			=== Pythagorean’s Theorem ===

	Pythagorean’s Theorem is appropriate for the Past Master because it teaches us that when		Pythagorean’s Theorem is appropriate for the Past Master because it teaches us that when
	working with Right Triangles (a reference to the Master’s Square), the square of the		working with Right Triangles (a reference to the Master’s Square), the square of the
	hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the square of the other two sides as shown in figure 1. ~~iii~~		hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the square of the other two sides as shown in figure 1.
	~~(Fig.1) (Fig. 2)~~

	This symbol is suspended from a Square, to show that the Past Master has learned how to		This symbol is suspended from a Square, to show that the Past Master has learned how to
	make complex constructions from the simple angle of ninety degrees. This is symbolic of		make complex constructions from the simple angle of ninety degrees. This is symbolic of
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	know, that while Western culture credits Pythagoras with this discovery, historians tell us		know, that while Western culture credits Pythagoras with this discovery, historians tell us
	that the Ancient Egyptians and Babylonians had understood and utilized this equation at		that the Ancient Egyptians and Babylonians had understood and utilized this equation at
	much earlier dates.iv		much earlier dates.


	Also of interest to note is the use of the 3, 4, 5 length ratio of a Right Triangle in some		Also of interest to note is the use of the 3, 4, 5 length ratio of a Right Triangle in some
	jurisdictions. In those ritual traditions, a candidate will traverse the lodge three times as		jurisdictions. In those ritual traditions, a candidate will traverse the lodge three times as
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	It is clear that there is much to be learned from the symbolism of this Past Master’s		It is clear that there is much to be learned from the symbolism of this Past Master’s
	Jewel.		Jewel.
	~~fig.3~~
	The Compass, Square Sun,, and Quadrant
			===The Compass, Square Sun,, and Quadrant ===

	The oldest known Past Master’s Symbol consists of the Compass, Sun, Square and		The oldest known Past Master’s Symbol consists of the Compass, Sun, Square and
	Quadrant. This is the most popular Past Master’s Jewel used in the United States.		Quadrant. This is the most popular Past Master’s Jewel used in the United States.
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	learned the lessons of Freemasonry, and lives a balanced life. It also shows that the		learned the lessons of Freemasonry, and lives a balanced life. It also shows that the
	wearer of this jewel has served equally in the South, the West, and the East.		wearer of this jewel has served equally in the South, the West, and the East.
	The Sun is used in this symbol to represent that the wearer has observed the sun at , 1. its
	meridian height in the South, 2.its setting in the West, and 3.its rising in the East.		The Sun is used in this symbol to represent that the wearer has observed the sun at ,

			1. its
			meridian height in the South,

			2.its setting in the West, and 3.its rising in the East.
	The Sun also represents light. And, it is understood that the Past Master of a Craft Lodge		The Sun also represents light. And, it is understood that the Past Master of a Craft Lodge
	is a source of Masonic Light to his brothers. It closely shares the meaning of the		is a source of Masonic Light to his brothers. It closely shares the meaning of the
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	as in the symbol described above. However, this symbol is unique, as it can also be		as in the symbol described above. However, this symbol is unique, as it can also be
	understood to be a sextant.		understood to be a sextant.
	A sextant is a tool of navigation, used to measure altitude, and enable one to determine


			=== A sextant ===
			is a tool of navigation, used to measure altitude, and enable one to determine
	his location, and thus plot a course to travel. This is a very appropriate symbol for a Past		his location, and thus plot a course to travel. This is a very appropriate symbol for a Past
	Master, as he has had to navigate the course of his lodge during his Eastern tenure. It also		Master, as he has had to navigate the course of his lodge during his Eastern tenure. It also
	shows that he is capable of assisting in the navigation of the lodge, if his successors may		shows that he is capable of assisting in the navigation of the lodge, if his successors may
	request his assistance.~~vii~~		request his assistance.
	The Compass, Square and Letter “G”


			=== The Compass, Square and Letter “G” ===

	Perhaps the most unique Past Master’s symbol is found in Ireland. The Irish Past		Perhaps the most unique Past Master’s symbol is found in Ireland. The Irish Past
	Master’s symbol consists of the Compass, Square, and Letter “G” in the center.		Master’s symbol consists of the Compass, Square, and Letter “G” in the center.
	This is in fact the same symbol used to represent Freemasonry in general, in the United		This is in fact the same symbol used to represent Freemasonry in general, in the United
	States and other places.		States and other places.

	To most of the world, this symbol shows the Compass, the Square and a letter which		To most of the world, this symbol shows the Compass, the Square and a letter which
	represents “God”, “Geometry”, “Grand Architect of The Universe”, or perhaps the		represents “God”, “Geometry”, “Grand Architect of The Universe”, or perhaps the
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	represented in the lodge room, above the Master’s Chair. It is also represented in the		represented in the lodge room, above the Master’s Chair. It is also represented in the
	jewel of a Past Master. This is because to the Irish Master, the letter “G” serves to		jewel of a Past Master. This is because to the Irish Master, the letter “G” serves to
	remind him of a word that is very special to him, and all other Installed Masters alone.~~viii~~		remind him of a word that is very special to him, and all other Installed Masters alone.
	i To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley
			*To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley
	ii Spirit of Masonry in Moral and Elucidatory Lectures Wm. Hutchinson. London: J. Wilke, 1775.		ii Spirit of Masonry in Moral and Elucidatory Lectures Wm. Hutchinson. London: J. Wilke, 1775.
	~~iii~~ The 47th Proposition of the 1st Book of Euclid as part of the Jewel of a Past Master by: Brother Thomas		*The 47th Proposition of the 1st Book of Euclid as part of the Jewel of a Past Master by: Brother Thomas
	Greene		Greene
	iv Euclid’s Elements, Book I, Proposition 47 D.E.Joyce, Clark University 1996		*Euclid’s Elements, Book I, Proposition 47 D.E.Joyce, Clark University 1996
	v To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley		v To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley
	vi		*H. R. A. Grand Chapter Register ("Ancients")Lau. Derrnott C.F. Kell, Litho, 8, Furnival St Holborn, E.C
	H. R. A. Grand Chapter Register ("Ancients")Lau. Derrnott C.F. Kell, Litho, 8, Furnival St Holborn, E.C		*The Instructive Tongue by: Bro. Louis
	~~vii~~ The Instructive Tongue by: Bro. Louis

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== Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master ==
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The Meaning and History of the Jewels and Symbols of a Past Master
Written By:
Carl W. Davis – 2005 Worshipful Master – Peru-Miami Lodge #67
Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Indiana, USA
As Freemasons we are quite aware of the powerful nature of symbols. From our first
preparations to enter the Fraternity, we have been taught through symbolism. We have
found meaning and comfort in symbols. And have, if we are true to our charges, striven
to improve our character by their teachings, as we travel toward the rising sun, in the
footsteps of the Widow’s Son. This essay will explore the meaning and historical usage
of the specific symbols used to represent a Past Master of a Craft Lodge.
47th Prop. Of Euclid Suspended by a Square
From a current global perspective, the most widely used Past Master’s symbol consists of
the 47th Proposition of Euclid suspended from a Square. The 47th proposition of Euclid
has been used in Masonic symbolism at least as early as 1735 when it was published in
Smith’s Pocket Companion. However, no evidence can be found that it was used
specifically as a Past Master’s symbol until the year 1815 when the first Book of
Constitutions of the United Grand Lodge of England was published, and the prescription
for a Past Master’s Jewel consisting of “The square and diagram of the 47th prop. 1st B
of Euclid, engraved on a silver plate pendent within it.” was codified.i
In order to understand why this symbol was chosen to represent the office of Past Master,
we must first look at the meaning of The 47th proposition of Euclid. This proposition
teaches one of the most important principles of geometry, known to us as the
Pythagorean Theorem, which is communicated by the formula “A2 + B2 = C2” when
working with a Right Triangle where “C” represents the hypotenuse. We are also taught
that whenever a triangle has a side length ratio of Three, Four and Five, the triangle will
be a right triangle.ii
Pythagorean’s Theorem is appropriate for the Past Master because it teaches us that when
working with Right Triangles (a reference to the Master’s Square), the square of the
hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the square of the other two sides as shown in figure 1. iii
(Fig.1) (Fig. 2)
This symbol is suspended from a Square, to show that the Past Master has learned how to
make complex constructions from the simple angle of ninety degrees. This is symbolic of
the knowledge and wisdom that a Craft Lodge Past Master has gained from his service to
the Craft. This Past Master’s Jewel is illustrated in Figure 2. This jewel has changed
aesthetically over time. Originally, the square was hung so that one arm was
perpendicular to the ground, and the other parallel to it.
Even in many of the jurisdictions that do not use the 47th Proposition of Euclid in their
Past Master’s jewel, this proposition is referenced in the lectures of their rituals. It is
important to note however, that any claim that Pythagoras was a Freemason, or that he
shouted “I have Found it” and slaughtered cattle upon his discovery of this equation, are
best understood as apocryphal ledged, and not as historical fact. It is also important to
know, that while Western culture credits Pythagoras with this discovery, historians tell us
that the Ancient Egyptians and Babylonians had understood and utilized this equation at
much earlier dates.iv
Also of interest to note is the use of the 3, 4, 5 length ratio of a Right Triangle in some
jurisdictions. In those ritual traditions, a candidate will traverse the lodge three times as
an Entered Apprentice, four times as a Fellow Craft, and five times as a Master Mason,
thus “forming a Square” by the time he is Raised.
It is clear that there is much to be learned from the symbolism of this Past Master’s
Jewel.
fig.3
The Compass, Square Sun,, and Quadrant
The oldest known Past Master’s Symbol consists of the Compass, Sun, Square and
Quadrant. This is the most popular Past Master’s Jewel used in the United States.
The earliest written evidence that a Past Master’s jewel in this form was used can be
found in an exposé of Masonry published in April of 1760 entitled Three Distinct Knocks
which said “The Pass Master Hath the Compasses and Sun with a Line of Cords About
his Neck.”v
This symbol includes the Square to remind us that it is by the Square that the wearer
governed his lodge as Master. The Quadrant shows what angle the Compass is opened at.
This is appropriate for the symbol of a Past Master, because it is by the Compass that the
Freemason keeps himself within due bounds of all mankind. And, it is the role of the
Worshipful Master to ensure that all members of his lodge, and all Regular Masons living
within his lodge’s jurisdiction are making proper use of their moral compass. It also
generally shows that the Compass is opened to the angle of 60 degrees. This is significant
because 60 degrees is the angle of an equilateral triangle. The equilateral triangle
represents perfect balance, as all sides are of equal length, and the triangle appears the
same from all directions. It therefore teaches that the man who wears this jewel has
learned the lessons of Freemasonry, and lives a balanced life. It also shows that the
wearer of this jewel has served equally in the South, the West, and the East.
The Sun is used in this symbol to represent that the wearer has observed the sun at , 1. its
meridian height in the South, 2.its setting in the West, and 3.its rising in the East.
The Sun also represents light. And, it is understood that the Past Master of a Craft Lodge
is a source of Masonic Light to his brothers. It closely shares the meaning of the
Pentalpha in Masonic symbolism and has on occasion been interchanged with it. Thus it
is also appropriate to say that the Sun represents perfect light.vi
It is of interest to note that the Grand Lodge of Scotland uses this symbol as their Past
Master’s Jewel, without the Sun.
The Compass, Sun and Quadrant
In several jurisdictions, especially in the United States, the Past Master’s Symbol consists
of the Compass, Sun and Quadrant. The meaning of the Compass, and Sun are the same
as in the symbol described above. However, this symbol is unique, as it can also be
understood to be a sextant.
A sextant is a tool of navigation, used to measure altitude, and enable one to determine
his location, and thus plot a course to travel. This is a very appropriate symbol for a Past
Master, as he has had to navigate the course of his lodge during his Eastern tenure. It also
shows that he is capable of assisting in the navigation of the lodge, if his successors may
request his assistance.vii
The Compass, Square and Letter “G”
Perhaps the most unique Past Master’s symbol is found in Ireland. The Irish Past
Master’s symbol consists of the Compass, Square, and Letter “G” in the center.
This is in fact the same symbol used to represent Freemasonry in general, in the United
States and other places.
To most of the world, this symbol shows the Compass, the Square and a letter which
represents “God”, “Geometry”, “Grand Architect of The Universe”, or perhaps the
Volume of Sacred Law.
In Ireland, however, the letter “G” is not used to represent any of those things. It is
represented in the lodge room, above the Master’s Chair. It is also represented in the
jewel of a Past Master. This is because to the Irish Master, the letter “G” serves to
remind him of a word that is very special to him, and all other Installed Masters alone.viii
i To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley
ii Spirit of Masonry in Moral and Elucidatory Lectures Wm. Hutchinson. London: J. Wilke, 1775.
iii The 47th Proposition of the 1st Book of Euclid as part of the Jewel of a Past Master by: Brother Thomas
Greene
iv Euclid’s Elements, Book I, Proposition 47 D.E.Joyce, Clark University 1996
v To Talk of Many Things by Most Worshipful Brother David C. Bradley
vi
H. R. A. Grand Chapter Register ("Ancients")Lau. Derrnott C.F. Kell, Litho, 8, Furnival St Holborn, E.C
vii The Instructive Tongue by: Bro. Louis