The Two-Headed eagle is theorized to originate from Ancient Mesopotamia. It was a representation of polysepalous (multi-headed) beasts that were spoken of in legends and myths. To deal with someone squarely refers to treating a person the way we want to be treated. It indicates Masons’ ability to apply the teachings of conscience and morality in testing the rightness of their actions. In the harmonious working of these two laws, a man may attain stability and strength required to reach the circle within which a Master Mason cannot err.’ Some Masons link the meaning of the letter G to Hebrew. In ancient Hebrew, the letter G had a similar numeric value of 3. In history, number 3 was used severally when referring to God and his teachings. Cable Tow

The Jewels of the lodge are the three movable and three immovable. The three movable jewels are the square, the level and the plumb rule. Among operative masons…the level is to lay levels and prove horizontals…Among Free and Accepted Masons…the level equality.’ The Senior Warden of a Lodge wears the symbol of the level. The tool reminds the Senior Warden of the importance of treating all members equally. The Masonic Keystone King Solomon’s temple is significant in Freemasonry. It is one of the most prominent structures constructed in Biblical times. In some masonic jurisdiction, Trestle boards are referred to as tracing boards. Some Masons, however, reject the notion that the two are similar. It is also a symbol of care and providence. Masons are taught that it’s a pillar of comfort and blessings, which shows members the importance of relying on the Divine Providence of God. Trestle-BoardMasons are taught that since we don’t know the exact time of death, it is essential to utilize the time God has given to mold ourselves into better people. Perfect Ashlar portrayed a complete stone that has been thoroughly molded by working tools; mallet, chisel. Gavel etc. A stone could only be used in construction after it’s perfectly shaped. After a child is delivered, the physical bond between them is cut and replaced with unconditional love. The Anchor and the Ark in Freemasonry are a symbol of hope and peace against life challenges. The symbol was discovered in catacombs in Rome. It is believed that the person who lived in the tomb rested in a peaceful place.

Fourth, it stands for prudence. The quality of being wise. Prudence guides Masons in living a life full of wisdom. Masonic Gavel At the time, Christians were facing a lot of challenges and prosecution. Those who managed to make it to the end were grateful. The anchor gave them hope to keep on going despite the challenges faced, that’s why it was carved in their tombs. Masons are taught how to create a balance between his own thoughts and external actions. Brother C.W Leadbeater states that; Freemasonry’s meaning of the Ark of Covenant is derived from biblical times. It is a universal symbol in the fraternity featured in numerous artworks. The Ark represents God’s unending forgiveness to human sins. The symbol teaches third-degree masons moral lessons on living virtual and upright lives. It answers inquiries on eternal life and faith. It also serves as a safety assurance. The Masonic Pencil

Freemasons are taught to allocate one third for engaging in work, second third to serving God and people in the society, and the final third to sleeping and refreshing. The scythe is sometimes embedded in the hourglass. The hourglass and the scythe are perceived as a conjoined symbol by some Masons. During the olden days, a scythe was a standard tool used in cutting grass and reaping crops. Operative masons used trestle boards purely to lay down the plans of a building before executing it. When Freemasons evolved from being Operative masons, the trestle board remained as a symbol. The first three degrees of the craft revolves around the craft. However, actual evidence linking the theories to real occurrences is non-existent. The Masonic HourGlass

In Speculative Freemasonry, the 47th Problem of Euclid stands for Masons’ importance to ‘square their square.’ This evergreen is an emblem of our faith in the immortality of the soul. By this, we are reminded that we have an immortal part within us, which shall survive the grave, and which shall never, never, never die.’ First, the masonic blazing star represents God, the Highest Being who shines his light upon us, making us better people in the society. Hebrews 6:19; ‘Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and entereth into that within the veil.’ Stonemasons used pencils to sketch and mark layouts during construction. The lead mason envisions the building on a draft, and the blueprint guides worker masons.The level symbolizes equality. Masons are taught that we all come from the same place, are working towards similar goals, and share the same hope.