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- I - The Grand Lodge of France works to the Glory 0f The Grand Architect Of The Universe (1). - II - In conformity with the traditions of the Order, three Great Lights are placed on the altar of the Lodges: the Square, the Compass and a Volume of the Sacred Law (2). Masons take their Obligations on these three Lights - III - The Grand Lodge of France proclaims its unfailing loyalty and total devotion to our Country. - IV - Neither the Grand Lodge of France nor its constituent Lodges shall meddle in matters of political or religious controversy. For the education of Brethren, it is permitted to present talks on these matters followed by exchanges of views. However, debates on such issues shall not be followed by a ballot or the adoption of resolutions liable to compel the opinions and feelings of certain Brethren (3). - V - Concerning principles other than those defined above, the Grand Lodge of France refers to the Old Charges, especially with regard to the respect of the traditions of Freemasonry and to the scrupulous and strict practice of Ritual and Symbolism as means of access to the initiatic content of the Order. |
