The Solicitation Rule V61N2

About this episode

This episode explains the Solicitation Rule in Freemasonry and its common misunderstandings.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Exceedingly Worshipful Bro Alphonse Cerza and first published in February 1983. Every Freemason knows, at least in a general way, that there is a rule against soliciting anyone to become a member of our gentle Craft. This rule, however, is misunderstood and misapplied by many members. Here, we find an excellent explanation of this rule, and how and why it might, or might not, apply. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Topics covered

• Freemasonry
• Solicitation Rule
• Membership

Keywords

• Freemason
• Craft
• Lodge

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