In the Entered Apprentice degree, the foundation of a Mason’s moral and spiritual journey is laid.

The three key moral lessons of this degree are:

1. The Value of Humility and Obedience

The Entered Apprentice is a beginner, symbolizing a state of innocence and learning. This teaches that wisdom begins with humility and a willingness to learn from those who have more knowledge and experience.

2. The Importance of Moral Uprightness

The Entered Apprentice is taught to live by the principles of integrity, honesty, and virtue. The working tools, such as the 24-inch gauge and common gavel, remind Masons to divide their time wisely and remove vices and imperfections from their character.

3. Brotherhood and Equality

Freemasonry teaches that all men are equal in the eyes of God and within the lodge. The Entered Apprentice is encouraged to practice kindness, support his brethren, and recognize the value of unity and fraternity.

These lessons serve as the groundwork for a Mason’s personal and moral development, preparing him for the deeper teachings of the Fellow Craft and Master Mason degrees.