You asked me why the Knights of Columbus was formed.
I gave you, IMHO, a very good answer.
Now, you seem to feel that the Knights of Columbus has no valid right to exist, as it was founded for “financial” reasons? Sorry but your arguments and biases are hard to understand.
SO WHAT!
Yes, Catholics wanted a Fraternal organization, and at the same time Catholics need insurance protection that they were denied, due to bigotry.
So, what in the world is wrong with Catholics taking care of Catholics?
Frankly, you can not qualify for “fraternal” insurance rules and tax rates and regulatory issues without a religious or charitable or community purpose.
I don’t care for either the masons or the KofC. What ticks me off is when a typical catholic goes on a rant about masons, but thinks it’s just fine for the KofC to exist.
Gimme a break.
The Knights have been very good to others, not just Catholics. Whenever they are selling their coupon books I am happy to buy one from them.