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Sanction for Lodge of Instruction

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UGLE
Rule 132
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Lodge Sanctioning Authority
Compliance with Regulations
Responsibility of Brethren
Role of the Grand Master
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Lodges of Instruction require sanction from a regular warranted Lodge or authorization from the Grand Master to convene. The Lodge granting this sanction, or the Brethren receiving the Grand Master's license, must ensure that all proceedings adhere to the Antient Charges, Landmarks, and Regulations established by the Grand Lodge. This requirement emphasizes accountability and compliance with Masonic principles, ensuring that the educational activities conducted within the Lodge of Instruction align with the foundational tenets of the Order. The document underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity of Masonic practices and the necessity for oversight in instructional gatherings. Failure to comply with these stipulations could result in disciplinary actions or invalidation of the Lodge's activities.

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December 4th, 2025

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February 10th, 2026

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No Lodge of Instruction shall be holden unless under the sanction of a regular warranted Lodge, or by the licence and authority of the Grand Master. The Lodge giving its sanction, or the Brethren to whom such licence is granted, shall be responsible for seeing that the proceedings are in accordance with the Antient Charges, Landmarks, and Regulations of the Order as established by the Grand Lodge.