Auld Lang Syne is an ancient melody which no one knows how old it is, from where it originated, or the original lyrics. Auld Lang Syne is a popular song worldwide, where 97% of people know the tune, but not the words.
Robert Burns (January 25, 1759 to July 21, 1796) died at age 37, was famed for his adoption of the lyrics to this famous melody; and was known as a Poet Laureate of Scottish Rite Freemasonry.
His birthday, January 25th is celebrated as Robert Burns Day and Burns Night.
He was initiated into Freemasonry on July 4, 1781, in Lodge St. Davids # 174 at Tarbolton, Ayrshire; at the age of 22.
Scotland lauds him as a national hero.
The Robert Burns Library is in Washington, D.C., at the House of the Temple, and houses over 5,000 volumes on display; including Auld Lang Syne. Visitors welcome.
The catalog of the Burns Collection " Burnsiana: A Bibliography of the William R. Smith Collection", 33 degrees, S.J. is available in their online store.
By: Iamai at 12/31/17 on 4:27 pm EST