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The Order of the Eastern Star is a fraternal organization that both men and women can join. It is based on teachings from the Bible but is open to people of all theistic beliefs. It has approximately 10, 000 chapters in twenty countries and approximately 500, 000 members under its General Grand Chapter. Members of the Order are aged 18 and older; men must be Master Masons and women must have specific relationships with Masons. Originally, a woman would have to be the daughter, widow, wife, sister, or mother of a master Mason, but the Order now allows other relatives as well as allowing Job's Daughters, Rainbow Girls, Members of the Organization of Triangle (NY only) and members of the Constellation of Junior Stars (NY only) to become members when they become of age.

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