Who are the Shriners and what do they do?

Who are the Shriners and what do they do?

The Shriners – Who are they? The Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (A.A.O.N.M.S.), better known as the Shriners, began in New York City in 1870 as a fraternal arm of Freemasonry to foster camaraderie.

What are the by-laws of a shrine club?

Shrine Clubs are to use the uniformed shrine club by-laws template. However, the Shrine Club may adopt special rules as needed, not in conflict with the By-Laws of the Temple or the A.E.A.O.N.M.S. Inc., but the sponsoring Temple must approve the same. All changes to the by-laws must be approved by the sponsoring temple.

Are the Shriners considered Freemasons?

Many consider Shriners to be quasi–religious. Though some of the Shriner clothing or uniforms, and some designs associated with the Shriners, are Middle Eastern, leading some to believe it has ties to Islam, there is no known connection. Freemasonry, shrouded in mystery and conjecture by outsiders, is a social and fraternal organization.

Why should Christians avoid Shriners Hospitals?

Shriners support many social causes, chief among them Shriners Hospitals. Though they should be applauded for their generosity, Shriners should be avoided by Christians due to their connections with Freemasonry. Freemasons do not recognize Jesus as God. To learn more, we recommend the website Ex-Masons for Jesus.

Are the Shriners and the Freemasons related?

Freemasonry, The Shriners and Their Islamic Assyrian Origin. Shriners are taught that Lucifer is the true God and is not evil. They are therefore Luciferians, a class of satanist. Their symbols are the same as the Church of Satan. The first 94 Pages of the Freemason bible are quotes from Albert Pike.

What is an Alawi Shriner?

A Shriner is therefore a person who honors the holy buildings of Assad’s Alawi sect of Islam. The organization is best-known for the Shriners Hospitals for Children they administer & the red fezzes that members wear. There are at least 350,000 members from 191 Islamic temples (charters) in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Republic of Panama & Europe.

Do the Shriners take the name of God in vain?

With this oath, Christians swear on the Koran, and declare Allah to be “the god of our fathers.” From the perspective of Christianity and Islam alike, Shriners take the name of God in vain, and mock both faiths.” Source: Freemasonry, The Shriners and Their Islamic Assyrian Origin