Lodge of Sincere Friendship: Correspondence and Formation of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Toulouse

suspension of the works of the G∴ O∴ of France, they constituted themselves into a Provisional G∴ O∴, and deliberated that in the future they would no longer recognize any G∴ O∴. They have remained faithful to this deliberation, and none of them has wished to resume its correspondence with the G∴ O∴ despite the complaints of some of us, and they have all burned their Constit∴ Constitutions.

To these powerful motives for no longer frequenting the Lodges of Toulouse, another no less determining one has been added for us. These LL∴ are no longer frequented by the members of the old formation; they are all composed of members received during the Revolution, and it is true to say that in the Sanctuary of Light they work in the greatest darkness. Such meetings are not suitable

for Masons Freemasons imbued with the dignity of their state, and who, knowing the full value of the advantages and privileges attached to it, desire to enjoy them, and to work under regular flags; therefore, some of them, and I can say those who are most able, have gathered and have taken the deliberation of which you will find a copy enclosed.

You will see that I am tasked with soliciting a Constitution for the establishment of a new L∴ that we wish to call the L∴ of Sincere Friendship. The members who are to compose it are worthy of your protection, and the motives that make them act must inspire the interest of all that pertains to the true Light. This is why I do not doubt that you will serve us with all your power. But it will undoubtedly be