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The Shrine is a Fraternal
Organization composed of Masons. Its purpose is the teachings of the broad
principles of Toleration, Charity, Benevolence, and Unselfish Friendship.
Emphasis is on fellowship and each Shriner is encouraged to become active in
one or more of the various "Units" operating under the auspices of the
Temples. Collectively the 191 Shrine Temples, with many thousands of
members, support 22 Shriners Hospitals providing orthopedic, burn, and
spinal cord injury care. This is a network of pediatric specialty hospitals
providing free quality medical care. The quality of life of over 530,000
youngsters under 18 years of age, has been improved by these hospitals.
Since 1922, when the first Shriners Hospital opened more than $50,000,000
have been spent on this endeavor. This is a very large private benevolent
action.
Without question, the Shrine is the most widely publicized and best known
Member of the Masonic Family. |
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