Sure, why not? Many have been, including many of the founders of the United States of America.

Why not? Most Freemasons are Christians. The group is faith-agnostic, but it is a Western organization. As for Freemasonry and the occult: http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/56016 Pasted answer: ************************************************** No, but it has been suspected of such because of its secrecy, and because it is not exclusively Christian. It is open to people of many faiths. "Freemasonic ritual makes use of the architectural symbolism of the medieval operative Masons, who actually worked in stone. Freemasons, as Speculative Masons, use this symbolism to teach moral and ethical lessons of the principles of "Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth" - or as related in France: "Liberty, Equality, Fraternity".[20] Two of the principal symbols always found in a Lodge are the square and compasses. Some Lodges and rituals explain these symbols as lesson in conduct: that one should "square their actions by the square of virtue" for example. However, as Freemasonry is non-dogmatic, there is no general interpretation for these symbols (or any Masonic symbol) that is used by Freemasonry as a whole.[21] These moral lessons are communicated in performance of allegorical ritual, based on solid foundations of Biblical sources. A candidate progresses through degrees[17] gaining knowledge and understanding of himself, his relationship with others and his relationship with the Supreme Being, (as he interprets this for himself). After taking each degree, he will attend the same ritual many times, taking part in it from the different points of view of each office, until he knows it by heart - and so is in the best possible position to moralize about it, within the bounds of his own competence. The balance between ritual, philosophical and spiritual, charitable service and social interchange varies between the Grand Lodges governing Freemasonry worldwide. History, philosophy and esoteric knowledge are of deep interest to many individuals. The philosophical aspects of the Craft tend to be discussed in Lodges of Instruction or Research, and sometimes informal groups. Freemasons, and others, frequently publish - to a variable degree of competence - studies that are available to the public. It is well noted, however, that no one person "speaks" for the whole of Freemasonry. The square and compasses are symbols always displayed in an open Lodge with the open Volume of the Sacred Law. In English-speaking countries, this is frequently the King James Version of the Bible or another standard translation (there is no such thing as an exclusive "Masonic Bible").[22] Otherwise it is whatever book a particular jurisdiction authorizes: in many French Lodges, the Masonic Constitutions are used. A degree candidate will normally be given his choice of religious text for his Obligation, according to his beliefs. UGLE alludes to similarities to legal practice in the UK, and to a common source with other oath taking.[23][24][25][26] Christian candidates will typically use the Lodge's Bible while those of other religions may choose another book that is holy to them, to be displayed alongside the Lodges' usual VSL. In Lodges with a membership of mixed religions it is common to find more than one sacred text displayed representing the beliefs of the individuals present. In keeping with the geometrical and architectural theme of Freemasonry, the Supreme Being is referred to in Masonic ritual by the titles of the Great Architect of the Universe, Grand Geometer or similar forms of words to make clear that their reference is generic, not about any one religion's particular concept of God." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freemasonry Their slogan, "Liberty, Equality, Fraternity" was used as a rallying cry of the French Revolution. Famous Freemasons in history: Franklin, Benjamin Gable, Clark Garfield, James A. Ford, Henry Ford, Gerald R Jackson, Reverend Jesse Glenn, John H., Jr. MacArthur, General Douglas Marshall, Thurgood Washington, George Wayne, John Rogers, Will Ringling Brothers Roosevelt, Franklin D Roosevelt, Theodore Lindbergh, Charles Lafayette, Marquis de Clemens, Samuel L. - Mark Twain Cody, "Buffalo Bill" William Cole, Nat 'King' Churchill, Winston Blanc, Mel These are just some names that stuck out at me. You can view the list yourself here: http://www.masonicinfo.com/famous.htm (Note that people have to agree to be put on the list, so this isn't exhaustive. It is those Freemasons that have gone public.)

I am a Master Mason in Freemasonry. I know for a fact that the Catholic Church forbids it's members from joining. (Not many Catholics or priests are aware of the ban.) This is one of the reasons the Knights of Columbus was formed (I am also a member of that) Recently, the Vatican has again issued a statement directly forbidding Catholic membership in the Masons (earlier this year) Many Catholics do not know and do not care. As for the other Christian Churches...I don't know. Personally, I am not active in either as I have chosed to leave the Christian faith altogether and have recently joined a Wiccan worship circle and have been happy so far with the choice.

not when what they teach goes against Christian doctrine.

There are people who claim to be Christians who are members of Freemasonry, but, if they really understood their faith, they would see that the two world-views are incompatible. I have found that those who take part in both are usually liberal in their Christian beliefs. (My father was a Mason for a while, so I read through their literature firsthand, even though he told me off for doing so, as it was secret...my answer: 1) don't leave it lying around. You know I read anything. 2) why are there secrets? I spoke to him about it, and he saw I was right and pulled out.)

freemasonry teaches nothing that goes against the christian religion. I am a master mason and an active member of a bible believing baptist church myself. I have done a lot of research and have found that most of the anti masonic things we read are based on misinterpretations and or ignorance. Masonry does not teach a plan of salvation nor does it praise satan in any way. I ask before you make an opinion of your own to research both.

The existing information is quite old fashioned and out dated, in the 1940's certain things were occult and forbidden. Never the less in recent times things have changed for the better. Freemason's are very good and charitable people I know very many of them who are also good faithful Christians. I don't see any reason to separate them. To directly address your question I believe that if Christians wish to be Freemason's then so be it. Best Regards.

Probably not. Masonry denies objective truth, and portrays Christ as just another man at the same level as Buddha or Mohammed. This would be at odds with most Christian's definition of Christianty.

Just googled freemasonry and found an interesting website, a very in depth analysis. http://bibleprobe.com/freemasonry.htm What are your thoughts about this?

if they want to