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Not all leaders are born free.  Some, like Lautaro, are born to break chains.      In America, the name of Lautaro not only lives in history: it lives in Freemasonry.       During the struggles for Spanish-American independence, the Lautaro lodges were born, inspired by his figure. A contribution of the visionary Francisco de Miranda, it was key in the dissemination of republican and Masonic ideals throughout the continent.  These lodges, such as the famous Lautaro Lodge in Buenos Aires, brought together patriots such as José de San Martín, Simón Bolívar, Bernardo O'Higgins. In Chile, his legacy is even deeper. Not only because he was born in his lands and led the Mapuche resistance against the conquistadors, but because his name has been adopted by lodges that seek to preserve the spirit of freedom, justice and wisdom that he embodied. Why Lautaro?      Lautaro was a Mapuche military chief of the sixteenth century, famous...

A.. G.. D..G.A..D.U. S... F.. U.. Esoteric Axiological and Critical School La Cantera Meritocracy, Pragmatism, and Prudence CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO "Resp.. Log.. Simo. Lautaro" Or. Los Angeles California.          In recognition of your commitment to the deep, constant, and disciplined study of esotericism, as well as the serious and conscious practice of the principles that guide those who seek truth, the Esoteric, Axiological, and Critical School La Cantera acknowledges in you an example of perseverance, responsibility, and love for knowledge. This diploma is not merely a symbolic recognition, but also an affirmation that the path traveled by the honoree contributes to the construction of a stronger, more critical, and enriched tradition within the Spanish-speaking esoteric thought. Through your efforts, you strengthen the chain of union that links generations of seekers of wisdom and open new paths toward spiritual understanding. The practice of eso...

  Lautaro, primer libertador de América Publicado por Los comics de machete. miércoles, 13 de septiembre de 2023 https://loscomicsdemachete.blogspot.com/2014/12/lautaro-primer-libertador-de-america.html

  Lautaro, Mapuche Legend. « The Slave Who Came Back for Revenge » Enslaved as a boy. Trained by his enemies. And then he led a rebellion. This is the true story of Lautaro, the legendary Mapuche warrior who turned on his Spanish master and defeated him on the battlefield. Experience a brutal, cinematic retelling of one of South America’s greatest historical rebellions. Lautaro, Chilean history, Mapuche warrior, historical documentary, epic history, slave rebellion, Spanish conquest of Chile, battlefield revenge, indigenous resistance, true story.

Upcoming  December's Quarterly Stated Meeting,  Annual Election of Officers & Holiday Party! Saturday December 20th, 2025 At  Elysian Masonic Temple 1900 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 6:00 p.m.: Social and Educational Activities 6:30 p.m.: Dinner 8:00 p.m.: Meeting Beloved brothers and family. The moment we’ve been waiting for is here, let us come together once again for our Next Meeting,  followed by a festive evening  filled with camaraderie and Dinner.  Let us share stories, renew bonds,  and celebrate the spirit of our fellowship, one bite and one memory at a time. We look forward to seeing you there! Location Elysian Masonic Temple 1900 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 Google Map