Absent Brethren is a Hymn which is sung by Members of the R.A.O.B. in Remembrance of Brothers who are

unable to attend Lodge due to ill health, Brothers in the Armed Forces, or Brothers who have gone to the Grand Lodge Above.

 

Spirit of Truth before we Homeward wend,

On thee we call:

Assist us each to succour and Defend,

Good Brethren all:

From cares and sorrows, Absent Brethren free,

Where 'er they roam, in Air on Land or Sea:

Let Thy kind spirit hover round them now,

And so enthral:

That they will keep their Obligation Vow,

So say we all:

And when on us the Ivy Leaves desend,

Grant we may join Thy Link our Brother's Friend.