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The question of whether a Candidate is Free Born did not necessarily refer to whether a man was born into slavery during the early years of Freemasonry, but refers to his mastery of himself. His self discipline and ability to make decisions for himself, without being bound to the will of others. A man free in spirit.
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A Candidate for Freemasonry has many questions he must answer before he can be admitted and initiated, some of which seem archaic today, but have modern meanings.
Asking if he is applying of his own free will is to show he has not been forced into membership, but also that this is a deliberate and considered decision, and he understands the obligations which will be imposed.
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