Speculative Masonry

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Etymology

From the belief that Freemasonry originated as an intellectual or “speculative” derivative of the ancient precepts of practical masonry.

Definitions

  1. Freemasonry, as distinct from masonry in its ordinary sense relating to construction.

    • Coordinate term: Operative Masonry
    • The whole scope and design of Speculative Masonry is to produce advancement in morality and virtue.

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