Address of Rev Thomas Guard as Grand Orator at California Grand Lodge
Rev Thomas Guard, former Mt Vernon Church Baltimore pastor, spoke as Grand Orator at the Grand Lodge of California session in San Francisco. He lauded Freemasonry as ancient and renewing youth, stressing self government, mutual help, and the builders of a temple serving God across diverse nationalities.
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The Buddhist Priesthood in China and Its Rites
The article examines recruiting practices for Buddhist priests in China, noting children are often sold or kidnapped, with poorest families selling daughters or sons for temple duties. It describes vows, novitiate, shaved heads, vegetarian diet, and strict celibacy, plus criminals seeking sanctuary in monasteries and a noted tale from 1541 42 of an officer who fled to a monastery on Lofou hill Kuang-tung.
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Betting on truth and town gossip across a strained marriage
A young couple, one rich, one poor, gamble on the truth of neighbor tales from a tea-fight. He bets five to twenty there is no truth, she calls it a whack, they test the stories and find them false, continuing the risky habit for four years. The piece pairs social observations with dated asides about fashion and gender roles.
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In Country They Blow Four Horn Before Dinner
In rural areas residents report a custom of blowing four horns before meals while in cities residents typically take one horn. The contrast highlights ceremonial rites and urban practicality.
International Series Lesson on Joel Spirit Power
A May 95 introduction to the Holy Spirit as source of power, featuring Joel 2:28-29 and Acts 1:8. Highlights prophetic imagery of locusts and judgment, then promises of spiritual outpouring for all ages, with emphasis on salvation through faith and the Lord. Includes practical suggestions on mercy, grace, unity, outpouring impact, and warning for the unredeemed.
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