In the Master Mason degree, what does the phrase 'Always remember the moral law' refer to?

• A. The obligation to memorize all lodge procedures.
• B. The obligation to always keep a personal journal of actions.
• C. The ongoing obligation to act justly by abiding by moral and divine law.
• D. The obligation to reveal the Word to all Brethren.

Answer: (C)

The phrase points to living by a guiding standard of right conduct. In the Master Mason degree, it serves as a reminder that your actions should be just and upright by obeying moral and divine law, applying virtues like honesty, fairness, and integrity in daily life. It’s about how you act toward others and toward moral duties, not about memorizing lodge rules, keeping a personal diary, or revealing any secret Word. The emphasis is on consistently choosing what is right because of that higher moral framework that Freemasonry upholds.