Statements (56)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
gptkb:community
gptkb:foundation |
| gptkbp:declinedAfter |
late 20th century
social changes increased mobility decline in traditional values rise of other social organizations |
| gptkbp:feature |
gptkb:King
degrees initiation ceremonies rituals charitable work exclusive membership membership dues officer positions codes of conduct lodge system male-dominated secret signs some have female auxiliaries |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Fraternal orders
|
| gptkbp:meetingPlace |
temples
lodges halls |
| gptkbp:membership |
invitation
Recommendation good moral character belief in a higher power (in some orders) |
| gptkbp:notableExample |
gptkb:Freemasons
gptkb:Odd_Fellows gptkb:Shriners gptkb:Benevolent_and_Protective_Order_of_Elks gptkb:Elks gptkb:Knights_of_Columbus gptkb:Ancient_Order_of_Hibernians gptkb:Knights_of_Pythias gptkb:Improved_Order_of_Red_Men gptkb:Woodmen_of_the_World Moose |
| gptkbp:originatedIn |
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:populationPeak |
19th century
early 20th century |
| gptkbp:purpose |
networking
philanthropy social activities mutual aid |
| gptkbp:relatedTo |
secret societies
friendly societies college fraternities service clubs mutual benefit societies |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
use of symbols
allegorical teachings |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Independent_Order_of_Odd_Fellows
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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