Introduction
The purpose of this page is to deal with "STORLOGEN AF GAMLE, FRIE OG ANTAGNE MURERE AF DANMARK" (in English "The Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of Denmark") and how we look at the topic "Freemasonry and Society", more thoroughly than on the previous page "What is Freemasonry".

Grand Lodge’s Official Policy
It must be quite clear to every member of the Grand Lodge, that his membership in no way exempt him from fulfilling the duties he has to the society which he is part of.

A Freemason is called on to be an example in fulfilling his civil duties, which are the duties of natural demands, put on him in his private, public or professional life.

Respect for the Law
Freemasonry demands from its members, a respect for the law of any country, in which he may live and work.

Principles
The principles of Freemasonry are in no way in conflict with its member’s duties as citizens, whether at work, at home or in public life. On the contrary these principles should strengthen the individual Freemason in fulfilling his duties. Consequently there is no conflict between his Masonic obligations and his public duties.

Use of Membership
A Freemason must not use his membership to promote his own or anyone else’s business, professional or personal interests. Already from the beginning of his Masonic career, this is made clear to the new Mason and  is repeated several times directly and indirectly.

Family
In order not to harm his family or other relationships, a Freemason should not allow Freemasonry to take too much of his time or money, or cause him to act in any way against his family’s interests.

Duty as a Citizen
A Freemason’s duty as a citizen must always prevail over any obligation to another Freemason and any attempt to shield a Freemason, who has acted dishonourably or against the Law, is contrary to a Freemason’s prime duty. Likewise a Freemason must never give unfair advantages to another Freemason.

Secrecy

Freemasonry is not a secret society.

Like many other societies, Freemasonry consider some of its internal affairs as private matters for its members.  

There are no secrets about the aims and principles of Freemasonry. The Constitution and collection of laws and regulations are available to the public.  

The secrets of Freemasonry are concerned with the ancient and traditional mode of recognition. The ceremonies of Freemasonry are private  -  not secret.   

In ordinary conversation most topics of Freemasonry may be discussed.

Freemasonry is free – and every Freemason will normally be proud to acknowledge his membership.