The Goddess of Masonry
By Charles F. Forshaw
Goddess of Purity,
Spotless and rare
Emblem of Charity
Unsullied, fair
Symbol of Meekness ––
Radiant, bright,
′Minding the Brethren
Of realms of Light ––
Strong in the knowledge
Virtuous might.
Symbol of Chastity,
Spirit of Bliss,
Coming to cheer us,
Through the abyss,
Token of faithfulness ––
Be thou our guide
Emblem of Hopefulness ––
Keep by our side
Help us and lead us o′er
Every dark tide!
Spotless and rare
Emblem of Charity
Unsullied, fair
Symbol of Meekness ––
Radiant, bright,
′Minding the Brethren
Of realms of Light ––
Strong in the knowledge
Virtuous might.
Symbol of Chastity,
Spirit of Bliss,
Coming to cheer us,
Through the abyss,
Token of faithfulness ––
Be thou our guide
Emblem of Hopefulness ––
Keep by our side
Help us and lead us o′er
Every dark tide!