Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason

Whence Came You? - 0407 - A Pardon from on High

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we explore an ancient tale of an ALMOST execution. In addition, we have a wonderful piece from Todd E. Creason on Kindness. We wrap with ...

Whence Came You? - 0406 - An Interview with Patrick Dey

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have an awesome interview with Patrick Dey of the Rocky Mountain Mason Magazine! In addition, Ill. Bro Harrison gives us his nomination...

Whence Came You? - 0405 - A Focus on Freemasonry

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

  This week we hear a talk about a former Grand Master's views on what must be done within the craft in order to save it. We also have some history o...

Whence Came You? - 0404 - Baphomet Pt II

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we've got the rest of the story on the Baphomet! We also have a great Masonic Minute from Ill. Bro. Harrison and a review of South Pasaden...

Whence Came You? - 0403 - The Baphomet

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're talking about that wild and crazy symbol, the Baphomet! Where did it come from? Is it just made up symbolism? Shock value? Maybe all ...

Whence Came You? - 0402 - Joseph Warren

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're asking why the heck the Worshipful Master gets to wear a hat! Why no one else? We also speak about the often unsung Freemason and Am...

Whence Came You? - 0401 - The Shock of Ritual Differences

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you get shocked the first time you saw different ritual than your own? This week we explore why we have so many variances. Ill. Bro. Harrison get...

Whence Came You? - 0400 - Solomon the Sorcerer

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're diving into what made Solomon so wise! In this week's fantastic piece, we read a wonderful article by the editor of the Rocky Mountai...

Whence Came You? - 0399 - Dedicated to the Circumpunct

16 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a dive into the point within a circle, boarded by two parallel lines! We've got some great information on this symbol as well a...

Whence Came You? - 0398 - The Acacia: Mackey Vs. Waite

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a look at the Sprig of Acacia through the lens of two Masonic titans! First we hear what Albert Mackey said about the Acacia an...

Whence Came You - 0397 - The Shamir Mystery

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore the mystery of the Shamir, an ancient device? A magical tool? What was it? We also have a great new Masonic Minute detailing the...

Whence Came You? - 0396 - England's Greatest Gift

27 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

England gave us the Godfather of Freemasonry, and this week we'' take a look at the man, the myth and the gentleman, Henry Price. App extras include ...

Whence Came You? - 0395 - You Have the Power

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm sick as a dog, but there's no "sick time" in Masonic Education. So join me for a succinct episode featuring two articles and some news. Hope ever...

Whence Came You? - 0394 - Solemn Refinement

13 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we've got a piece on reflection, safety in solemnity and trust. We also have a great piece on the Shriners! Don't miss this weeks education...

Whence Came You? - 0393 - Where Art Thou?

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a guest submission entitled "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?" as well as a special Masonic Minute Segment from Ill. Bro. Steve Harr...

Whence Came You? - 0392 - Masonic Con 2019

29 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a quick episode and some updates. A late episode this week due to the crazy travel. Want to know what Masonic Con is all about?...

Whence Came You? - 0391 - The Origin of the Mystery Religions

22 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a deep dive into the origins of the Mystery Religions and Cults of ancient days! In addition to this we also have a great Maso...

Whence Came You? - 0390 - The Summons: It's Important!

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we dive into the symbolism of the Bee! In addition we have a great paper on the Lodge Summons and it's importance and history of...

Whence Came You? - 0389 - History of the Ritual: Basics

07 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a lesson on the basics of the History of our Masonic Rituals. We also have an opinion piece on memorization of work as well as ...

Whence Came You? - 0388 - The Lost Legacy of Freemasonry

01 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we dive into a possible connection into what is described as the Lost Legacy of the Craft! Thanks goes out to Atlantis Rising M...

Whence Came You? - 0387 - The Secret Meaning of the Level

25 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore the working tool of the Level. What does it truly signify? Just being no better than anyone else? Or is it deeper? We also have ...

Whence Came You? - 0386 - Freemasonry and the Holocaust

18 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a paper on Freemasonry and the Holocaust. We also have some great updates on various projects. App extras include the paper we ...

Whence Came You? - 0385 - Why Banning Politics and Religion in Lodge is a Bad Idea

11 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore a controversial subject...too hot for the web? You decide. We also have a great piece sure to give us some launch poi...

Whence Came You? - 0384 - Morgan The Political Tool

04 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

  Join us this week as we decipher the Morgan Affair in a new way. We look at the political game that was played by the three major political faction...

Whence Came You? - 0383 - The Altar in Freemasonry

25 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week with a look at the altar in Freemasonry. What is its symbolic use? Its practical use? Why does it matter? We also have a wonderful ...

Whence Came You? - 0382 - What's the Lost Word?

18 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Four new articles this week! This week we explore some of the underlying meaning as to what many talk about in regards to the Lost Word, the Mysterie...

Whence Came You? - 0381 - Wrong Alchemy

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore the concept of Alchemy! Was it just the search for gold? Was it chemistry? Or was it something more? We also have a g...

Whence Came You? - 0380 - The Jewish Historical Influence on Freemasonry

04 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a piece exploring the Jewish foundation and history of Freemasonry within the United States and around the world! App extras in...

Whence Came You? - 0379 - Freemasonry Is Education

28 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we dive into a wonderful piece from the Illinois Lodge of Research by Brother Ed Rund. In it he explores the problem of not inve...

Whence Came You? - 0378 - Houdini and Hiram

21 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a look at two men, two stories and two resurrections...? We also have a wonderful piece by Bro Greg Knott in which he draws a h...

Whence Came You? - 0377 - Fall or Ford?

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we talk some recent science news, Illustrious Bro. Harrison stops by for a new Masonic Minute sure to make you smile and finally...

Whence Came You? - 0375 - But Do You Know What It Means?

17 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we read a great piece from the Illinois Lodge of Research published back in 2012, we have an excerpt from a published Masonic Re...

Whence Came You? - 0374 - Being the Gentleman

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore just what it means to be a modern day gentleman. Is there a corollary between Masonry and being a gentleman? I also d...

Whence Came You - 0373 - Conscious Preservation of Humanity

03 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we've got a couple papers from the California Freemason Magazine as well as a wonderful new Masonic Minute that's sure to make you have a l...

Whence Came you? - 0372 - Kill the Goat

26 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

  Join us this week as we explore some of the largest misconceptions the public has with the fraternity, and further, how Masons perpetuate the infor...

Whence Came You? - 0371 - Old Billy Preston

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a comprehensive history of William Preston, the founder of modern Masonic Ritual! We also were lucky enough to have Illustrious...

Whence Came You? - 0370 - The Built in 24" Gauge

12 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have a paper on the bodies natural 24" gauge, and Ill. Bro Harrison stops by for a hilarious, yet serious Masonic Minute. We wrap it up ...

Whence Came You? - 0369 - There's More To Everything

05 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have a guest reading from Bro. Guide Sobecki, one of my close friends! I think you all will really enjoy his piece on not losing yoursel...

Whence Came You? - 0368 - An Erring Brother

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we read a poetic piece about the proper response to an erring Brother. We also have a great piece from the California Freemason ...

Whence Came You? - 0367 - The Mother Grand Lodge Pt. 3 Finale

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we finish our series on the Mother Grand Lodge! Some amazing revelations are contained in this paper and you might not view our ...

Whence Came You? - 0366 - The Mother Grand Lodge Pt. 2

15 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we continue our exploration of the formation of the United Grand Lodge of England! We also have a wonderful piece exploring the ...

Whence Came You? - 0365 - The Mother Grand Lodge Pt. 1

08 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we start off a new series on the Mother Grand Lodge! This week, Robert was at the Grand Lodge Sessions of Illinois and attempted...

Whence Came You? - 0364 - What Are We Scared Of?

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for an episode with some short papers! We talk about a seldom known jewel of Masonry. An amusing and awful tale from Todd E. Creaso...

Whence Came You? - 0363 - The Real Temple Allegory

24 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a fascinating look at an alternate temple theory! We also have a great new segment of the Masonic Minute from Ill. Bro. Harriso...

Whence Came You? - 0362 - The Apron

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for an episode explaining the Masonic Apron. We talk much of it in ritual, but lets dispel some myths and expand on what we're told...

Whence Came You? - 0361 - Myth Magick and Masonry with Jamie Paul Lamb

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we talk with Jamie Paul Lamb, author of the new book, "Myth Magick and Masonry"! We dive into the subject of astronomical alignm...

Whence Came You? - 0360 - The Top Ten Esoteric Authors

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we talk with Bro. Dago Rodriguez, the Managing Editor of the Fraternal Review, the magazine of the Southern California Research ...

Whence Came You? - 0359 - What's Your Mark?

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a look into the history of the Mason's Mark as it went from operative to speculative. We also have a hilarious piece by Bro. St...

Whence Came You? - 0358 - The Grand Orient of France Pt. 3 Finale

20 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we wrap our three part series on the Grand Orient of France as covered in the Builder Magazine back in January of 1918. We also ...

Whence Came You? - 0357 - The Grand Orient of France Pt. 2

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we continue our exploration of one of the biggest upsets in the Masonic world ever! We continue our series on the Grand Orient o...

Whence Came You? - 0356 - The Grand Orient of France Pt. 1

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore one of the biggest upsets in the Masonic world ever! No, not UGLE, the Grand Orient of France's late 18th century dec...

Whence Came You? - 0355 - A Place for Time in the Ritual

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for an episode about Time as a Masonic tool and also a short piece on a handful of Brothers who weren't the best, but show us a pat...

Whence Came You? - 0354 - The Problems Haven't Changed

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore a couple great papers. First a personal anecdote about camping and the extraordinary chance meeting of a couple individuals. The...

Whence Came You? - 0353 - Origin of the Royal Arch

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a piece exploring the origins of the Royal Arch degree. Was it ancient? Modern? You'll have to listen to find out. We also star...

Whence Came You? - 0352 - Freemasonry's Biggest Problem

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore the true issues affecting the success of Freemasonry. Addressing why men don't take it seriously and more. We also are lucky to ...

Whence Came You? - 0351 - Amity

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for an interview with the creators of Amity, the app that makes finding Brothers and visitation easy. Brothers, Jeremy and Mike we...

Whence Came You? - 0350 - The Practical 24" Gauge

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore the practical use and challenges of the 24" gauge! We also have a great Masonic Minute with Ill. Bro. Harrison who gives us the ...

Whence Came You? - 0349 - There's Really Nothing Esoteric in Masonry

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore a piece that shuts down the esoteric and hermetic side of Masonry! Whether you agree or not, you have to hear this pi...

Whence Came You - 0348 - When to Use the Black Cube

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore the reasons to use the Black Ball (Cube) in Freemasonry. When is it appropriate? When is it un-Masonic? We'll help y...

Whence Came You? - 0347 - The Mysteries and Religions

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back! Join us this week for a great episode exploring the concept of Metallurgy, then and now. Also, we have a wonderful piece from 1946 feat...

Whence Came You - 0346 - The Life Changing Experience

28 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for an awesome show! Topics include the Pillars, A charge to be great, and even a meditative Masonic narrative! We also are honored...

Whence Came You - 0345 - The Judeo-Masonic Conspiracy

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we review the origin of the Judeo-Masonic Conspiracy. We also have a piece about motivating our members for action by a Past Grand Master. ...

Whence Came You? - 0344 - Truth and Freemasonry

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a conversation about Truth and Freemasonry! Special guests, Frater O, and PGM:. George R. Adams 33˚ comes on the program to d...

Whence Came You? - Episode - 0343 - The Great Books with Scott Hambrick

07 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a great episode where we explore the Fellowcraft degree, and what we're charged to do. We explore the idea of studying the grea...

Whence Came You? - 0342 - Paul Revere

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore the life, times and accomplishments of our Brother Paul Revere! Being in Boston for Masonic Con 2018 this last week i...

Whence Came You? - 0341 - A Negative Impact on Freemasonry's Brand

23 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we discuss the challenges of meeting our tenets and obligations. We've got a great piece from Darin A. Lahners as well as some i...

Whence Came You? - 0340 - A Sacred Geometry Primer

16 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have a bit from the California Freemason and the Midnight Freemasons! Don't miss it! App extras include the papers we read as well as a ...

Whence Came You? -0339 - Get to Work

09 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have a few special guests! One such guest is Chris Hodapp, author of Freemasonry for Dummies. Chris talks to us about getting back to w...

Whence Came You? - 0338 - Fortitude or Perseverance

02 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore the idea of Fortitude and Perseverance. We also dive into the deeper aspects of what we consider and how we understand the conce...

Whence Came You? - 0337 - What the Maxim Means

26 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we dive into just what the maxim, "As above, so below." means to a Freemason. In addition we have a paper from WB. Lahners of th...

Whence Came You? - 0336 - Mortality

19 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

*Warning* This week we have a special guest host, Bro. Nick McGehee. Some of the pictures he paints this week may not be suitable for sensitive or yo...

Whence Came You? - 0335 - The Origin of Continental Masonry?

12 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have a great show! We have 2 papers written well before any of us were born, and a great piece from Todd E. Creason about the importance...

Whence Came You? - 0334 - The Changing Role of Women

05 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week with a special guest host Jack Aquilina, of the Brought to Light Masonic podcast! This week Jack shares with us some fascinating da...

Whence Came You? - 0333 - Seven

26 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk about the number seven (7) with Frater O and special guest, WB:. Robert E. Jackson! We dive into many of the facets of the number i...

Whence Came You? - 0332 - A Millennial Mason

19 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for special episode featuring guest host, Nick Johnson of the Millennial Freemason Blog! Nick brings his typical amazing insights i...

Whence Came You? - 0331 - Pythagorean Traditions

11 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a great piece linking the Pythagorean traditions with Freemasonry. We also have a piece called Reconciling the Ages, which focu...

Whence Came You? - 0330 - The Flower of Life

05 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a look at the mysterious Flower of Life! In addition we have a piece on the Rite of Memphis and Misraim as well as a new Masoni...

Whence Came You? - 0329 - Practical Lesson in Architecture

29 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a lesson in practical Architecture! We also have a quick excerpt from Wilmhurst's Meaning of Masonry and a few other short thin...

Whence Came You? - 0328 - Where's Atlantis?

22 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore some of Manly P. Hall's thoughts on the lost civilization of Atlantis! Keep your ears peeled for Masonic clues throug...

Whence Came You? - 0327 - The Millennial Outlook

15 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we go over a ton of updates, disclose some exciting news and hear some interesting topics from many of the masonic correspondenc...

Whence Came You? - 0326 - A Lodge at Work

08 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! This week we have some great education, reflections and inspirational Masonic writing which will light your Masonic fire for the new year...

Whence Came You? - 0325 - The Five Pointed Star

18 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as RJ, Frater O and Greg Kaminsky of the Occult of Personality Podcast discuss the five pointed star, the pentalpha, the pentagram,...

Whence Came You? - 0324 - Wilmshurst's Cosmic Consciousness

11 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for some Christmas mythology as well a great piece by W.L. Wilmshurst on the Cosmic Consciousness. App extras include the paper we ...

Whence Came You? - 0323 - Arturo Reghini and Italian Freemasonry

04 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we dive into Italian Freemasonry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Philosophy, esotericism and fascism all played a par...

Whence Came You - 0322 - Yule is Coming

27 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for an exploration into the Mysteries of Eleusis! We have an address given by a Grand Master from the late 19th century and we also...

Whence Came You - 0321 - Swedenborg 3

20 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for some big news, great papers and a wonderful new Masonic Minute! This week we finish up the Swedenborg series and bring you an e...

Whence Came You? - 0320 - Swedenborg 2 Real Masonry

13 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we continue our poignant series on Swedenborg. We also have a great piece on Rosslyn Chapel and another on the Masters work. Re...

Whence Came You? - 0319 - Swedenborg

06 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we take a look at Emmanuel Swedenborg via the eyes of a Rosicrucian. Ill. Bro. Harrison also stops by for a great new Masonic Mi...

Whence Came You? - 0318 - Gomer Oz Dabar

30 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as RJ and Frater O talk about those Hebrew words according to multiple Masonic sources that mean Beauty, Strength and Wisdom! App e...

Whence Came You? - 0317 - The Letter G

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a piece about the letter "G"! Bro. Steve Harrison also stops by and we talk a little bit about the new book The Masonic Pageant...

Whence Came You? - 0316 - The Use of Symbols

16 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we explore the use of symbols, explore some biblical passages relating to the plumb and get a sweet book review of Michael R. Po...

Whence Came You? - 0315 - The Royal Art of Freemasonry Exclusive Interview

09 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week with an exclusive interview with Brothers, Johnny Royal and Robert Doan, the Brothers behind the new film "The Royal Art of Freemas...

Whence Came You? - 0314 - Looking Back

02 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we read a piece from 2012 by a then, Fellowcraft. We also have a great piece from Darin Lahners of the Midnight Freemasons as we...

Whence Came You? - 0313 - Importance of Reading the Texts

25 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we dive into the topic of reading with Frater O. How to concentrate, how to understand it, and why it's important. Ill. Bro. Har...

Whence Came You? - 0312 - Masonic Reporting

18 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we talk about the responsibility in reporting. We also have a great piece about whether or not Masonic Membership is secret or n...

Whence Came You? - 0311 - Alone in Thought

11 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we discover some tantalizing excerpts from an old classic book which allow us to contemplate being in a wondrous state of medita...

Whence Came You? - 0310 - Steve Harrison

04 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we dive into some great conversation with Ill. Bro. Steve Harrison. We talk about his books, presentations and even some great p...

Whence Came You? - 0309 - Star Wars and the Mono-Myth

28 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a discussion with RW:. Bro Jarzebek and Award winning author WB Bull Garlington as we dive deep into the Masonic symbolism in F...

Whence Came You? - 0308 - The Secret in You

21 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for a fantastic all encompassing episode! We have conversation with Frater O relating to the secrets within the human and Illustrio...

Whence Came You? - 0307 - The Golden Sentences

14 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for an episode containing an address given to a lodge on Christmas Eve in the late 18th century! Also, We have a great piece from B...