Trestleboard May 2025

1. Cultural diversity in languages:   In our lodges, we can find brothers who speak different languages, which allows us to learn and appreciate different tongues and cultures. In California, we can hear a variety of languages, from Spanish to Chinese,  French and many others. 2. Cultural diversity in gastronomy:   Food is an important part of our culture and tradition. In our lodges, we can enjoy a variety of dishes and recipes that reflect the cultural diversity of our brothers. In California, we can find everything from Mexican tacos to Japanese sushi, and much more. 3. Cultural diversity in religion:  In our lodges, we respect and value the different beliefs and traditions of our brothers. In California, we can find a wide variety of religions and beliefs, which allows us to learn and grow in an environment of tolerance and respect. 4. Cultural diversity in film:  Film is a form of art that allows us to appreciate different cultures and perspectives. In Cali...

   Origin and spirit of the International Day      The UNESCO Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity was adopted in 2001, and the United Nations General Assembly subsequently declared May 21 as the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development through its resolution 57/249 of December 2002.      In 2011, UNESCO and the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations launched the "Make a Gesture for Diversity and Inclusion" campaign to encourage individuals and organizations around the world to take concrete actions to support diversity. Finally, in 2015, the Second Committee of the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted resolution A/C.2/70/L.59 on Culture and Sustainable Development , affirming the contribution of culture to the three dimensions of sustainable development: recognizing the world's diversity beyond the natural and cultural; reaffirming that cultures and civilizations can contribute to sustainable developme...

     Commemorating and appreciating the historical significance of May 20th is a duty that every Cuban who loves their country's history must uphold. Despite decades of Marxist historiography in post-1959 Cuba portraying the Republic established on May 20th, 1902, in a negative light, using terms like "pseudo-republic" and "neocolony," voices within socialist Cuba have started to reclaim the importance of this date, marking the emergence of Cuba as a Republic on the global scene .      For Cuban Freemasonry, May 20th marked a milestone, the realization of a long-cherished dream. With its core principles centered on building a fairer, more democratic society, and a history of opposing despotic rule, Masonry inherently sees the Republic as the optimal environment for its growth and development. It's no surprise, then, that the fraternity welcomed the birth of the Cuban Republic with optimism and enthusiasm. It's no surprise, given that Masonic lodges w...

The liberal and free-thinking General of the Battle of May 5, 1862..      General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín (1829-1862) is one of the most iconic figures of 19th-century republican Mexico.       Born in Bahía del Espíritu Santo, present-day Goliad, Texas (then Mexican territory), Zaragoza embodied more than just military triumph. He was a dedicated liberal, a well-educated individual with forward-thinking ideas, and, as historical records suggest, a Freemason shaped by the values of liberty, equality, and brotherhood that defined the liberal movement of his era. Liberalism and ideological formation .      Early on, Zaragoza aligned himself with liberal ideals, rejecting authoritarianism and championing secularism, land reform, and the sovereignty of the people..      Se unió a las fuerzas insurgentes durante la Revolución de Ayutla (1854–1855), movimiento que derrocó la dictadura de Antonio López de Santa Anna y dio origen a...

  Theatrical script of The Battle of Puebla.

        May is a significant month in Latin American emancipation history. On May 14th, Paraguay's independence is celebrated, and on May 25th, Argentina's May Revolution, which marked the beginning of the country's independence process. Cuba's independence is also celebrated on May 20th. Relevant dates in May for Latin American emancipation.  Fechas relevantes en mayo para la emancipación latinoamericana: May 14th: Paraguay's Independence Day May 20th: Cuba's Independence Day May 25th: Argentina's May Revolution, start of the independence process.      In addition to these dates, May also marks the beginning of the anti-French insurrection in Spain, which later inspired independence movements in Hispanic America.       On May 1, 1808, Ferdinand VII renounced the Crown of Spain and the Indies in Bayonne, and on May 2, the anti-French insurrection began in Madrid. These actions influenced the decision-making of independence...

     Argentine Freemasonry pays homage to the protagonists of the historic May Revolution of 1810, which was driven by many of our beloved Brothers at the time and gave rise to the first Patriotic Government, marking the beginning of the independence process that would culminate in July 1816.       Our Order played a decisive role in the events that led to May 25th, as evidenced by the composition of the First Governing Board, which consisted of nine patriots, of whom only one, Miguel de Azcuénaga, was not a Mason.      The work and struggle of our beloved Brothers at the time had been underway for a long time. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Masonic lodges were established in the city of Buenos Aires, such as the legendary "Independence" Lodge, which was founded in 1795 with a Constitutive Charter from the Grand Lodge General of Scotland of France, a historical antecedent of the Grand Orient of France. There, notable figures ...

  Culture, diversity and universality of human rights (English). « UN Human Rights »

California Hispanic & Latin American Research Lodge. Next Stated Meeting:  Wednesday July 23th, 2025 Time: Social starts at 6 PM and Meeting at 7:30 PM Location: Elysian Masonic Temple 1900 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 Google Map