Masonry is built on biblical foundations, and one of the key texts for Freemasons is Psalm 133. This short psalm speaks of the unity of God’s people, and how good it is for them to live together in harmony. For Freemasons, this psalm encapsulates the ideal of brotherhood that lies at the heart of their organisation.
The first verse of Psalm 133 says: “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” This verse emphasises the importance of unity among God’s people. It is only when we are united that we can truly flourish and be a force for good in the world.
The second verse goes on to say: “It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;” This verse compares the unity of God’s people to a precious ointment being poured over Aaron’s head. Just as this ointment brings blessing and life to Aaron, so too does unity bring blessing and life to God’