The obligation about the master mason’s word states not to communicate it in any other way than how it was received. Which option reflects this?

• A. I will not communicate the word of a master mason in any other way than that in which I shall hereaft receive it.
• B. I will freely share the word with any Mason I meet.
• C. I will paraphrase the word to teach others.
• D. I will remember the word but never speak it.

Answer: (A)

The obligation centers on preserving the exact form of the Master Mason’s word when it’s shared, without altering how it’s communicated. The statement chosen expresses that you will not communicate the word in any other way than how you shall hereafter receive it, which enforces fidelity to the form as given and prohibits paraphrase, modification, or broad disclosure. The other options conflict with this rule: sharing freely breaks secrecy; paraphrasing changes the word; and remembering it but never speaking it defeats the requirement to convey it as received.