Tylers Toast refers to a traditional toast given in Masonic lodges, typically proposed by the Tyler, who is the officer responsible for guarding the lodge. The toast is often made at the conclusion of a festive board or gathering, celebrating the fraternity and its members. The practice of toasting in Freemasonry has historical roots, with various customs surrounding how to perform the toast, including the use of 'fire' to honor the subject of the toast.
According to Masonic tradition, the Tyler's toast is an important part of the proceedings, and it is customary for all brethren to participate in a manner that reflects the joy and camaraderie of the occasion. The toast is often followed by a form of 'firing,' which can vary by lodge, but generally involves a celebratory gesture or sound to mark the toast's completion.
As noted in the literature, 'Masonic fire' is a completion of the toast and is part of the honors accorded to whoever is the subject of the toast. There are many variations of how this 'fire' is given, and it is a matter of local custom and the particular lodge's traditions.