Ancient Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
“I ask of each Mason, of each member, of each brother, that he shall remember ever that there is upon him a peculiar obligation to show himself in every respect a good citizen; for after all, the way he can best do his duty by the ancient order to which he belongs is by reflecting credit upon that order by way in which he performs his duty as a citizen of the United States.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Masonic Lodge Address, Theodore Roosevelt, 1905
Roosevelt urges each Mason to fulfill civic duties, reflecting well on their order by being good citizens of the United States.
In simple terms: Masons should serve their country, honoring their fraternity through civic responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Be an active, responsible citizen.
Themes
civic duty
fraternity
patriotism
Mood
patriotic
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- voting
- volunteering
- public office
- local activism
Key Concepts
public service
ethical conduct
community leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- In what ways can your organization contribute to society?
- How do you reconcile personal beliefs with national duties?
A Different Perspective
Balancing fraternal loyalty with broader civic obligations can be complex.
