Ep. 18 -Is the Body of Man a Temple? Freemasonry, Fitness, and the Work of Self-Improvement

Is the body of man a temple?In this episode of Masonic Muscle, I read from Observing the Craft by Andrew Hammer and reflect on what he says about the Temple, Freemasonry, and the individual Mason.Hammer writes:“The Temple is the individual Mason striving to be a better man, and that work on the Temple is the work that each of us, and only each of us can undertake on our own.”That line cuts straight to the heart of the Craft.This episode solves one Masonic problem:How can a Mason become better if he refuses to build a stronger foundation in his thoughts, words, actions, body, mind, and spirit?We discuss:Andrew Hammer’s Observing the Craftthe Temple as the individual MasonFreemasonry as self-improvementbuilding a strong foundationthoughts, words, and actionsthe body as a templemental, physical, and spiritual improvementstrength training and disciplineself-esteem, health, and responsibilitywhy no one can do the work for youFreemasonry gives a man symbols and tools.The gym gives him resistance and proof.Your thoughts shape your words.Your words shape your actions.Your actions shape your habits.Your habits shape your life.And your work in the gym helps build the physical body that carries the man through that life.So stay focused.Get out there.Train the body.Discipline the mind.Strengthen the spirit.Build the Temple.Have an origin theory, Masonic question, old document, book recommendation, lodge problem, fitness transformation story, or research lead?Write to me at:[email protected] Masonic Muscle on Instagram:@masonicmuscleFollow Masonic Muscle on Facebook.Subscribe and follow Masonic Muscle on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or wherever you get your podcasts.Share this episode with one Brother who needs to stop talking about improvement and start building his Temple.