EP 125 To Become a Living Stone: The Common Gavel, EA Work, and Masonic Transformation

What does it mean to become a living stone?In EP 125 of Masonic Muscle, the only conversation worth having continues as Brother Jesus Marquez shares what he is learning while studying for his Entered Apprentice degree proficiency.We focus on the Common Gavel and what this working tool teaches a Mason about self-discipline, correction, transformation, and the rough work of becoming a better man.This episode asks:How can a Mason use the Common Gavel to break off the rough edges of his own character instead of merely memorizing the words?We discuss:Brother Jesus MarquezEntered Apprentice proficiencythe Common Gavelbecoming a living stoneMasonic transformationanger, love, emotions, and self-masteryalchemy and transmutationHermeticism and polarityThe KybalionManly P. Hallmystery schoolsfasting, discipline, and inner workthe heart, mind, and bodyThe Craftsman & Freemason’s Guide by Cornelius Moore, 1854The Common Gavel is not just a ritual object.It is a warning.A man comes into Freemasonry rough.Rough in thought.Rough in speech.Rough in habit.Rough in appetite.Rough in emotion.Rough in discipline.The work is to strike.Not other men.Yourself.Break off the useless parts.Break off the anger.Break off the excuses.Break off the laziness.Break off the habits that keep you weak.That is how a rough ashlar begins becoming a living stone.Freemasonry is not magic.But it can be transformational if a man actually does the work.Follow Masonic Muscle:TikTok: @masonicmuscle357Instagram: @masonicmuscleHave a question, want to come on the show, or want to talk about the mysteries of Masonry?Write to me at:[email protected] and follow Masonic Muscle on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or wherever you get your podcasts.