Coffin

The "Coffin" containing the remains of a deceased friend and Brother reminds Masons that we are the custodians of a great heritage passed along to us in the story of the "Hiramic Legend".

It symbolizes "death to the old life"; this death is necessary before one can take part in the mysteries of Freemasonry and enter upon its duties. Like the "Phoenix," the resurrection to a new life is inferred.

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_{This page is adapted from the Glossary at Phoenixmasonry — Used with permission.}