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May I ask what the appeal of freemasonry is in 2023?
I understand that it was historically useful for "business", what ever that means and that some workplaces were closed shops and anyone who isn't a free mason wouldn't be accepted for a job role.
If someone could give me the low down, I think I would find it quite interesting.
From the point of view of family who are in it, it acts today more like a social club with some religious elements in it. I can see participating in one if I was Protestant when I retired since it gives a reason to leave the house and do some good with others in your community.
I also found the Freemason's funeral rites were the best ones I've personally seen.