In the early years, Master Masons wore blue lined aprons. Blue is symbolic of perfection, benevolence, truth, universal friendship, fidelity. The left hand pillar that stood at the porch of King Solomon's Temple. An emblem of law signifying that our moral and spiritual character is grounded in law and order and that no man can live a satisfying life who lives lawlessly. The sacred book which reveals the will of God.
Masons date their official documents in a manner peculiar to themselves.
The various dates for the different bodies are based on important points in history. Temperance, Fortitude, Prudence, and justice are virtues of morality as laid down by Plato. Members of the Tall Cedars of Lebanon, a non-Masonic organization composed of Freemasons. Brotherly love binds Freemasons of all coun tries, races and creeds in one common brotherhood. The Mosaic Pavement.