Why did Joseph Smith become a Freemason? What is the relationship between Masonic lodge rites and LDS temple ordinances? Here are 5 fascinating facts about Mormons and Masons.
1. The first five Latter-day prophets were Freemasons.
Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, John Taylor, Wilford Woodruff, and Lorenzo Snow all were members of the fraternity. All joined while living with the Saints in Nauvoo.
