The Universal Language of Freemasonry - ArchiMeD - Johannes ...

Chapter 8 - Categorization of Rituals 655
Finally, to illustrate Masonic charity - which is strongly connected with the
Masonic insurance and benefit system - as it worked nearly a century ago, we
would like to insert an advertisement for sponsors of a Masonic hospital from the
1920s. It announces low membership costs for Masons, Eastern Stars, and
Amaranths. Brethren and sisters from their own ranks have made this institution
possible. Members will receive 6% on their investment. All surplus finances will
go into a charity fund. The hospital professes that its object is service.
Charity and benefit: advertisement for Mount Moriah Hospital (for the
symbolic meaning of Mount Moriah see our chapter on technical
terminology, Elements and Nature)