Brother, Masonry means much more
Than the wearing of a pin,
Or carrying a paid-up dues receipt
So that the Lodge will let you in.

You can wear an emblem on your coat,
From your finger flash a ring,
But if you are not sincere at heart
This doesn't mean a thing.

It is merely an outward sign
To show the world that you belong
To that great fraternal brotherhood
That teaches right from wrong.

What really counts lies buried deep
Within the human breast,
'Til Masonic teaching brings it out
And puts it to the test.

If you practice out of Lodge
The things you learn within,
Be just and upright to yourself
And to your fellow men.

Console a brother when he's sick,
Assist him when in need,
Without a thought of personal reward
For any act or deed.

Walk and act in such a way
The world without will see,
That only the best can meet the test
Laid down by Masonry.

Be always faithful to your trust
And do the best you can,
Then you can proudly tell the world
You're a Mason and a man.