The Quotes of Carlos Maria de Alvear

Born: 10/25/1789 12:00:00 AM Died: 11/3/1852 12:00:00 AM

Patience is a moral virtue that in the isolated individual can be the effect of religion and philosophy; but that in a large mass it can only come from the rules that govern it and from the examples it has in sight and from the influence of those who send it.

Freemasonry, as a tradition, is built on the spoken word. It is a mystic tradition that has been passed down from lip to hear across the centuries. It acknowledges the power of language to transform the mind of the individual and even the course of history itself. Throughout history, great changes in civilizations and the rise and fall of empires have depended on a few words, spoken into the right ear at the right time. Freemasonry places great importance on remembering the thoughts of our ancestors. It is from these thoughts that we can learn how to navigate the maze of life and avoid the pitfalls that have entrapped the unfortunate. The Masons below have all contributed to the wisdom of the world and we have selected a small portion of their knowledge to be shared here to inspire, uplift and educate.