Masonic Lodge

'De Waare Broedertrouw' 

Gouda

The Netherlands
 
 



 
 
 
 
The Programme of the Lodge for the next months Freemasonry today is a source of inspiration for men who wish to get more out of their lives. Every freemason's aim is to develop a better self and to strive more consciously to improve society. Freemasonry is not a religion, has no credo or dogma, but seeks, through discussion, to improve knowledge and understanding of other peoples views and perspectives.

Freemasonry, which has members in many countries in the world, has its roots in the past when groups of liberal minded men, (freethinkers), banded together to combat beliefs and injustices brought about by dogmatic institutions.

Here in Gouda at the Lodge "De Waare Broedertrouw", we believe that the old age masonic practices of tolerance and love for ones fellow men are as appropriate today as in the past. 

Regular meetings are held weekly, on Tuesdays, from September through to June. We have basically two types of meetings: comparities when discussions on a masonic or other interesting matters are held, and our formal rituals to initiate or advance a brother in the Order, or to celebrate a masonic feast. The rituals are based on ancient rites and the extensive use of allegories and symbols. See our programme for details of forthcoming meetings. 
 

the arms of Gouda

 The Masonic Lodge of the "De Waare Broedertrouw", which can be translated as True Brotherly Loyalty, is situated in the historic town of Gouda, in the western part of The Netherlands, some 20 km from Rotterdam and 25 km from The Hague. The Lodge was founded in 1802 and is the oldest association in Gouda. It works under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of the Order of Freemasons in The Netherlands. This Order is regular and is recognised by the United Grand Lodge of England. 

Since 1997 the Lodge premises are located in the "Korte Akkeren" district of the town. It has more than 50 members, from Gouda and the surrounding region. 

We welcome visiting brethren or other interested persons, so if you wish to make contact or would like more information, please send us an E-mail to temporel@wxs.nl, or phone us at (0031) 182 518865 from outside Holland, or 0182 518865 from within.
 
 

 
(Tourist) Information about Gouda:

'Gouda, a six star city'

Gouda Tourist Office

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         Modified March 12, 2000