The Relevance of Freemasonry in Modern Day Society - S4 E179

The Relevance of Freemasonry in Modern Day Society In this episode, Past masters Brian Byrd and Raymond Foster (Grand Lodge of California) discuss the relevance of Freemasonry today. They also discuss Raymond's newest book, The Temple Within. About the Book The Temple Within is both a guidebook and reflection on the Masonic journey, structured around the three degrees—Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft, and Master Mason. Drawing from biblical insights, Masonic tradition, and scholarly reflections, the book explores ritual, symbolism, and philosophy while offering practical lessons in leadership, ethics, and balance. My goal was to take the lessons I first delivered in lodge rooms and turn them into a resource for reflection, discussion, and personal growth—accessible to Masons and seekers alike. • Amazon Link to The Temple Within: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1535602562 Why It Matters With themes of self-discovery, transformation, and the pursuit of virtue, the book highlights the enduring wisdom of the Craft: from the Square and Compasses to the Twenty-Four Inch Gauge, from Plato and Euclid to biblical stories like Ruth and Job. It is not only a call to build temples of stone, but to construct the true temple within oneself. At the same time, The Temple Within seeks to bring renewed focus to Masonic education and a revival of the Craft’s timeless teachings—an effort essential to strengthening the fraternity and reversing the decline in membership by reminding both Masons and seekers of the transformative power Freemasonry offers. About Raymond Raymond is a retired law enforcement executive, university professor, and veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. As a Past Master and current Officer’s Coach of San Dimas Masonic Lodge No. 428, and a member of Mariposa Lodge No. 24, he has been active in Masonic leadership and education for many years. His service has been recognized with the Grand Master’s Mason of the Year Award (2020), the Hiram Award (2023), and the DeMolay Legion of Honor (2024). Find Raymond online: https://x.com/policeofficer    / policewriter   https://adventurewinteroflife.blogspo...   / templewithin     / police   www.hitechcj.com 📌 Subscribe and Stay Connected: Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated with all our latest episodes. Follow us on social media for behind-the-scenes content and more! Like our Podcast on Facebook:   / oldfashionmasonicpodcast   Follow our Podcast on Instagram:   / oldfashionmasonicpodcast   Subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6UMNrym... ⚠️ Disclaimer: The views expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Old Fashion Masonic Podcast, any Grand Lodge or Shrine Center, and we encourage viewers to conduct their research and form their conclusions based on reliable sources and personal beliefs. We get these questions often: What does the mysterious secret society of Freemasons actually do? Does this episode expose freemasonry and masonry? What about The New Order and The Illuminati? Is there a whole Secret world of Freemasons? We think not. FAIR USE NOTICE: This video MAY contain copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. The Old Fashion Masonic Podcast distributes this material for the purpose of news reporting, educational research, comment, and criticism, constituting Fair Use under 17 U.S.C § 107. #freemasonry #freemasons #masonic #freemason #relevance