There is a very real and cogent connection between Freemasonry and the Ark of the Covenant, and this connection can be traced back to the very beginnings of modern English Freemasonry.
In his paper ‘A brief history of Freemasonry’, Robin Hewitt writes: The union of the two Grand Lodges of England was consummated with great solemnity.
The two fraternities assembled on St. John’s day, December 27, 1813, at Freemasons’ Hall, London and each opened their Grand Lodges in adjoining rooms; they then passed to the assembly hall in procession, the two Grand Masters at the rear.
After solemn prayer, the brethren were addressed and asked to ratify the articles of union. On this being signified, the deeds were signed by the two Grand Masters and the six commissioners, and sealed.
The United Grand Lodge of England thereupon came into being.
Impressive ceremonies followed with a presentation of the Ark of the Covenant being adopted as the symbol of union.
