Becoming a Freemason
Membership is open to men of good character
Freemasonry is a journey of self-discovery and moral improvement, pursued in the company of men who hold themselves to the same standard.
Who May Apply
- Be a man of good moral character
- Be of lawful age
- Profess a belief in a Supreme Being
Freemasonry welcomes men of every faith, background and profession. The Lodge room is a place where distinctions of rank and creed are left at the door.
How to Become a Member
- Reach Out. Write to the Secretary to introduce yourself and express your interest.
- Meet the Brethren. We will arrange a meeting so you can ask questions and get to know the Lodge before deciding to proceed.
- Submit Your Application. If both sides wish to proceed, you will be proposed and seconded by members of the Lodge.
- Ballot in Open Lodge. Your application is balloted on by the brethren at a regular meeting.
- Initiation. Once approved, you will be initiated and welcomed as a Brother of Lodge Al-Ameen.
What to Expect
Regular meetings, ancient ritual, dinner and fellowship afterwards and involvement in the Lodge's charitable work. Freemasonry asks for your integrity and some of your time, and repays both generously.
Why the Scottish Constitution
As Bengaluru's only Lodge chartered under the Grand Lodge of Scotland, Al-Ameen offers a distinct ritual and tradition within world Freemasonry, alongside warm relations with lodges of every constitution in the city.
Common Questions
How much time does it take?
The Lodge meets on the third Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 6:00 PM. Dinner and fellowship follow the meeting. Members also take part in the Lodge's charitable work.
What does it cost?
The Secretary will go through the costs with you in your first conversation and before you decide anything.
Do I have to believe in God?
A candidate must profess a belief in a Supreme Being. The Lodge does not ask which faith you follow and men of every faith are welcome.
Is Freemasonry a secret society?
No. Members are free to say they belong. What stays private are the words and signs by which Masons recognise one another. Write to the Secretary if you have any other question.
Our Secretary has written about what brought him to the Lodge and what has kept him there: Following a Summons and Why I Stayed.