D i a l o g u e s

for

Freemasons.

Continuation.

1780.

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...you have embraced. Hurry to help him. Correct those who go astray. Extend your hand to the fallen, and never let the sun set on your resentment toward your brother. Only through harmony Harmony: a central Masonic value of unity and concord among members original: Eintracht can our works flourish.

IX.

Be faithful in the fulfillment of all obligations you have undertaken as a Freemason original: Freymäurer. Show respect and obedience to your superiors; for they speak in the name of the laws. Keep the oath of secrecy Secrecy: the solemn duty of discretion regarding the order's internal affairs and rituals original: Verschwiegenheit always present in your mind. Should you ever violate it, you would find the executioner within your own heart This refers to the "internal judge" or the weight of a guilty conscience for breaking a sacred vow and become an object of horror to all your brothers.