CLC - ENTERED APPRENTICE - 05.22.17

G OOD J UDGMENT Good Judgment is important in Freemasonry. We call it Prudence, but nowadays “prudence” is often confused with indecision. When properly understood, Prudence or good judgment becomes an important characteristic of a truly good Mason. Balance in all things is an important aspect of Good Judgment. Symbols such as the Point within a Circle speak to this. Our interests are balanced against the interests of others, and harmony prevails when that balance is achieved. Another important aspect of The result of seeking wisdom is that wise actions often result. The lecture reminds us that we are to “regulate our lives and actions agreeably to the dictates of reason.” The operative word here is regulate. A wise person is one who regulates his life in a way that shows good judgment at all times. In the words of King Solomon, “Prudence will watch over you, and understanding will guard you.” Good Judgment is Wisdom. Wisdom is an understanding of how all things interact.

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