Is the pillar of Boaz related to water?
The pillar of Boaz is not directly related to water in the context of its symbolic meaning in Freemasonry and biblical tradition. Instead, it is associated with strength and the masculine element. The left pillar, Boaz, is named after the Hebrew word 'Boaz,' which means 'In him is strength' or 'Strength' (1 Kings 7:21). In Masonic contexts, Boaz represents strength and the masculine element, while the pillar of Jachin is associated with wisdom and the feminine element, symbolizing the passive and receptive qualities. Therefore, while the symbolism of the pillars involves various elements and correspondences, Boaz is not directly linked to water but rather to strength and the masculine principle.