Parable of the Prohpet Breed

[Torence]

Prophet Breeds
When the Prophet Mohammed, peace to him, was alive, the men of his
culture had a great respect for horses. The most intelligent steeds
were segregated for use in battle; and each was especially trained to
respond to the call for war. When he had a need to acquire some horses
for himself, the prophet went to a famous breeder’s farm and directed
him to quarter the horses in a pasture within sight of a river, but
trenched and fenced to keep the animals away. After three days of
being left without water, the gate was taken down and the herd dashed
to the river bank. Just as they were about to plunge into the river,
he had the war bugle sounded and ten from that original number turned
away from the river and answered the call. These ten were then chosen
as the beginning of the legendary “Prophet Breed” of Arabian horses
whose pedigree has been kept intact even to this day.
Choosing Masonic leadership in this 21st century Masonry, we should
in each of our jurisdictions, adopt a similarly wise and selective
process from the original intended source, the sitting Masters and
Wardens of our constituent lodges rather than from alternative groups
formed from the material within our club. The old adage that Masons
choose their leadership qualified by who best can work and best agree
is best illustrated in the example of the Prophet Breed. For when a
groups unite, sanctioned by the landmarks rather than any innovation,
to cooperate to resolve problems, an atmosphere that fosters growth
and stimulates the interest of both young and old is propagated.

Fraternally,
Torence Evans Ake
Senior Deacon – Auburn Park Lodge No. 789 – Crete, Illinois
PM – Arcadia Lodge No. 1138, Lansing, Illinois