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FREEDOM FROM ARROGANCE 

Along with the current discussions of Freedom, there is one form which, if obtained, will give more happiness than all the others which are offered in the name of Security, a word that we have come to associate with our most precious heritage, but which must never be confused with such golden words as Freedom and Liberty.

This form of Freedom is "Freedom from Arrogance." No one can grant it. It must be achieved by the individual through an understanding of self, and a desire for self-improvement. We must then see ourselves in relation to all society.

Arrogance is a false shield. We use it foolishly to hide something of ourselves, yet it only serves as a crystal through which that very part of us becomes visible. Condescension and inferiority are no part of humility. Humility is the attribute of one who dwells neither on his perfection nor his imperfections. Humility is the art of being natural, of being kind, of being considerate of others. Humility is honesty. Humility makes brotherhood a reality through the understanding of our common faults.

Our Masonic Apron teaches us humility. Let us study that lesson of the Apron in order to become "properly clothed."

One who attains Freedom from Arrogance is in truth Free.

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