Manly P. Hall
The lambskin apron worn by the Freemasons over that part of the body symbolized by Typhon or Judas, represents that purification of the generative processes which is a prerequisite to true spirituality.
Secret Teachings (Mystery of the Apocalypse)
While the mystic symbolism of Freemasonry decrees that the apron shall be a simple square of white lambskin with appropriate flap, Masonic aprons are frequently decorated with curious and impressive figures. "When silk, cotton, or linen is worn," writes Albert Pike, "the symbolism is lost. Nor is one clothed who blots, defaces, and desecrates the white surface with ornamentation, figuring, or colors of any kind." (See Symbolism)
When worn over the area related to the animal passions, the pure lambskin signifies the regeneration of the procreative forces and their consecration to the service of the Deity. The size of the apron, exclusive of the flap, makes it the symbol of salvation, for the Mysteries declare that it must consist of 144 square inches.
Secret Teachings (The Hiramic Legend)
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