Grand Master of the Regular Grand Lodge of Italy visits Bee Hive Lodge No 2809

Parachute
Regiment
Lodge
9315

WHAT IS FREEMASONRY?

One of the oldest secular social and charitable organisations in the world, modern Freemasonry’s roots lie in the traditions of the medieval stonemasons who built our castles and cathedrals…

The lodge has held several social events such as witnessing the Tower of London Keys ceremony a lady’s festival at a hotel usually outside of London that provides opportunity for our families to enjoy the company that these types of events provide. Importantly we maintain links with the regiment and serving soldiers.

EVENTS

Delve into the rich traditions of Freemasonry as we gather to celebrate our shared values and principles

WHERE WE MEET

Our meetings are held on the 1st Saturday of March, June, September and December, at 60 Great Queen Street, London WC2B 5AZ. they usually start at 11am thus providing members ample time to travel to London to join the meetings. The June meeting is the installation meeting.

ABOUT

The Parachute Regiment Lodge was consecrated on 5th June 1989. Though named for our Regiment the decision was taken not to restrict membership to serving or former members, though the majority do fit that criteria. Our membership is drawn from a wide range of military, security and civilian backgrounds who all adopt our ethos, to be the best in all that we do…

ARENA

Engage in enlightening discussions, partake in meaningful rituals, and forge lasting connections with fellow brethren

W. Bro. Simone Sodini, Secretary, Bee Hive Lodge No 2809 writes:

W Bro Fabio Venzi, Grand Master of the Regular Grand Lodge of Italy, was the honoured guest of Bee Hive Lodge on 25^th January at Freemasons Hall. He was accompanied by a delegation from the RGLI.

The Lodge was also delighted by the attendance of the Deputy Metropolitan Grand Master, VW Bro Julian Soper, DepMetGM, PGSwdB.

Bee Hive Lodge, which features many Masons from Italy, received a fascinating presentation on ‘the Symbolism of the Bee Hive in Freemasonry and the Christian Tradition’, set in the context of European philosophy’s views on the social virtues and cultural benefits of honey and the hive in society from the ancient Greeks to date.

As Bro Fabio stated “The hive represents the virtues of hard work and perseverance, reminding us to be fully committed to all areas throughout life, just as the bees who work diligently for the benefit of their community as a whole”. The lecture concluded to the acclamation of the many members and visitors present, after which it was the subject of much discussion at the Festive Board.

This article is part of the Arena Magazine, Issue 57 Spring 2025 edition.
Arena Magazine is the official magazine of the London Freemasons – Metropolitan Grand Lodge and Metropolitan Grand Chapter of London.

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