To the casual observer, the local Masonic Lodge appears to be a sanctuary of morality and civic duty. However, for those who measure all things by the standard of the Bible, a darker reality emerges. When the veil of “fraternal brotherhood” is lifted, we find a system that does not merely tolerate the names of false gods but incorporates them into its very foundations. The connection between Baal—the ancient enemy of Israel’s faith—and Freemasonry is not a conspiracy; it is a matter of documented ritual and nomenclature.
The Mystery of Jahbulon
The most startling link between the Lodge and the Canaanite “Lord” is found in the Royal Arch Degree. In this ritual, the candidate is given the “Sacred and Mysterious Name” of the deity, which is revealed as Jahbulon.
This is a compound name, a “trinity” of names intended to represent a universal godhead. Biblical scholars and even Masonic historians identify the components as:
- Jah: A reference to Jehovah.
- Bul: A reference to Baal, the Phoenician/Canaanite deity of sun and fertility.
- On: A reference to the Egyptian sun-god Osiris.
By yoking the name of the Living God with Baal, the Lodge commits the very sin for which the prophets of old condemned Israel. The Scripture is clear:
“And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols?” (2 Corinthians 6:15-16, KJV)
The Naming of the Lodges: Vulcan, Apollo, and Zeus
The influence of false deities is not hidden; it is emblazoned on the names of individual lodges across the globe. Throughout history and into the present day, we see lodges explicitly named after the pantheon of paganism. You will find:
- Vulcan Lodge: Named after the Roman god of fire and metalworking—the “blacksmith of the gods” (often associated with the Masonic figure Tubal-cain).
- Apollo Lodge: Named after the Greek god of the sun and secret arts.
- Zeus or Jupiter Lodges: Named after the “King” of the pagan gods.
While one can find lodges dedicated to these ancient demons, there is a conspicuous absence in the Masonic directory. Where is the “Jesus Lodge”? Where is the “Christ Lodge”? In the interest of “universalism,” the name of Jesus Christ is strictly forbidden in the prayers and rituals of a “Blue Lodge” (the first three degrees) to avoid offending those of other faiths. Yet, the names of the gods of the Greeks, Romans, and Canaanites are celebrated.
Nimrod: The Architect of Apostasy
The Lodge’s affinity for these false gods traces back to Nimrod, the “mighty hunter before the LORD” (Genesis 10:9, KJV). In Masonic tradition and “Old Charges,” Nimrod is frequently cited as a founder of Masonry and a Grand Master of the craft during the building of the Tower of Babel.
Nimrod was the original rebel who sought to unite the world under a single religious and political system apart from God. Historical and mythological studies suggest that after his death, Nimrod was deified under various names—chief among them being Baal in the Middle East, Osiris in Egypt, and Apollo in Greece. By honoring the “craft” of Nimrod and the names of his mythological offshoots, Freemasonry continues the work of Babel: building a “ladder to heaven” through human works rather than the blood of the Lamb.
The Theological Verdict
The presence of Baal in the Lodge is the ultimate fulfillment of syncretism—the blending of truth with error. Elijah’s cry on Mount Carmel remains the standard for the believer today:
“And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him.” (1 Kings 18:21, KJV)
Freemasonry attempts to “halt between two opinions” by suggesting that all paths lead to the same “Grand Architect.” But for the true servant of Christ, there is no room at the altar for Baal, Vulcan, or Nimrod. We serve a jealous God who will not share His glory with another.