Broken Column

The broken pillar in Freemasonry represents the demise of Hiram Abif and the unfinished work of Solomon's Temple. The statue represents a crying maiden in front of a broken column.

On the one hand, she is holding a sprig of acacia, and on the other, an urn.

This symbol teaches third degree moral lessons to bricklayers on how to live a virtual and honest life. He answers questions about eternal life and faith. This also serves as a guarantee of safety.