Becoming a Mason
The seeker’s path
The Order of Freemasons, and thus Národ Lodge, is a discreet association of gentlemen who seek in the lodge the conditions and support for their — above all spiritual — work on improving themselves. The lodge is not a closed society and each year initiates several candidates.
What to seek in the lodge
Work, brotherhood, service
The experience of being a Mason cannot be handed on. Still, we can at least hint at it.
Work on oneself
Masons are builders. They build the temple of their own inner self — through patient work, discipline and the guidance of more experienced brethren. It is demanding work that changes a person; we pursue it for a lifetime.
Brotherhood
A fellowship founded on mutual trust, tolerance and, when needed, support. In the lodge sit side by side people of different faiths, professions and political views; what unites them is respect for difference.
Service
A Freemason begins with himself but aims towards others. The ideal is to act so that those around him can say “he is a good man” without ever suspecting he is a Mason.
Who may apply
Basic criteria
- a man of mature age — maturity matters, not only age
- of good morals and reputation, with a clean record
- free in thought and economically — controlled by no one and nothing
- tolerant, acknowledging a higher moral authority above himself (a believer)
There is no legal or moral entitlement to become a member of the lodge.
You ask
Frequently asked questions
Is it a secret society?
No. The Order is a duly registered association with its own identification number that meets all its legal obligations. It is not secret but discreet — we do not publish membership lists and we respect each person’s right to decide whether to reveal his membership.
Must I profess a particular religion?
Freemasonry is not a religion and has no dogmas. People of various faiths are admitted, as are those with a general philosophical belief. The condition is reverence for a higher moral authority, which Masons call the Great Architect of the Universe — and which each interprets according to his own conviction.
How much time does it take and what does it cost?
Membership assumes regular attendance — one who does not attend the lodge should not join it. Membership dues differ between lodges, usually amounting to a few thousand crowns a year.
Contact
Write to us
The lodge’s only public point of contact is our contact form. Choose what your message concerns and we will get back to you.
- Membership request
- Visiting brother
- Press enquiry
- Other