"Is the Freedom Lodge a Cult?" A Response from Brodysseus Ah, the age-old question—whenever men gather with conviction, purpose, and vision, someone, somewhere, is bound to whisper the word cult. Let me be clear: The Freedom Lodge is not a cult—it is a brotherhood, a sanctuary, and a thriving community of free minded folks. A cult demands obedience—we cultivate self-mastery. A cult seeks control—we seek liberation. A cult suppresses individuality—we encourage personal sovereignty and excellence. The Freedom Lodge is a place where men, women, families, and free-spirited individuals come together to train, build, trade, learn, and celebrate life. We don’t ask for blind faith, submission, or worship—we ask only that each man rise to his own potential, take ownership of his destiny, and contribute to something greater than himself. If coming together in brotherhood, enterprise, and community resilience is a cult, then every tribe, every lodge, and every group of men who have ever built something worth remembering would be labeled the same. We are not blind followers—we are leaders. We're the black sheep—we are the Lions & The Lambs. The Lodge does not seek to indoctrinate, but to empower. Not to separate men from the world, but to prepare them to face it with strength, honor, and independence. So no, the Freedom Lodge is not a cult. But if you’re looking for a place to grow, to train, to build, and to be among men & community who choose the path of purpose and adventure—then you just might belong here!

Is the Freedom Lodge Associated with Freemasonry? A Response from Brodysseus The Freedom Lodge stands as its own sovereign Rite—a brotherhood founded on original principles, sacred traditions, and a commitment to truth, strength, and prosperity. Yes, we honor and respect the legacy of fraternal orders throughout history—the Freemasons, the Templars, the ancient warrior societies, and the ancient noble brotherhoods that have shaped civilizations. Many of our companions are Masons, and we acknowledge the wisdom found in such traditions. However, the Freedom Lodge is not an extension of Freemasonry, nor do we operate under any external rite or hierarchy. Our cornerstone is Christ, and the pillars of our Lodge are: Wisdom – The pursuit of truth, knowledge, and righteous discernment. Interdependence – Strengthening the bonds of brotherhood and community. Prosperity – Cultivating abundance through discipline, stewardship, and vision. We do not follow the rites, rituals, or obligations of any other fraternal order—we carve our own path, build on our own foundation, and govern ourselves as sovereign men. To those who share our values, walk with honor, and seek to build a future of strength and prosperity, the doors of the Freedom Lodge stand open. But make no mistake—we answer only to our Creator, our brotherhood, and the principles we uphold. We are not beholden to any system—we forge our own. Welcome to the Freedom Lodge. A Sanctuary of Sovereignty. A Brotherhood of Builders.