Masonic Jewelry, No. II

Masonic Jewelry, No. II. [No. 88]

If now thy motives bear the All-Seeing Eye
To scrutinise them; though thy weakness may
Cause thee regret at close of many a day
That little seems accomplish’d, and to sigh
For golden opportunities to prove 5
That Masonry with thee is no mere toy,
Or idler’s luxury, but giveth joy
Unspeakable, because ’tis Truth and Love,—
Reverence for God, in whom we place our Trust,
And Love abounded for our Fellow-man, 10
To benefit whom is our noble plan,
By actions ever brave and wise and just;—
If in thy Heart thou a Freemason be,—
Then only may’st thou wear Masonic Jewelry!

by George Markham Tweddell 1st published c 1887