Containing instructions in all the degrees, from the third to the thirtythird, and last degree of the rite by charles t. The scottish rite is a system of masonic degrees which elaborates and supplements the content of the three craft degrees by ritual, dramas and allegory. The degree teaches that honesty and trustworthiness is the cornerstone of the foundation of masonic honor. Unlike the york rite, which can be worked to the highest degree only by christians, the scottish rite is open to jews and others. While there is no masonic degree more important than that of master mason, there. Lodge of perfection 4th 14th degree 4th degree secret master. Studying masonic philosophy through memorizing degree ritual richard e. Its philosophy is old and profound with a clear templar influence. The military might of the nonagon by samuel pierrelouis, mps and robert henderson iii, mps abstract the intent of this manuscript is to shed some light on the encrypted meaning of the nonagon a strategicallyplaced, geometric shape. Mcclenachan, 33 revised and enlarged edition, macoy publishing and masonic. This book includes large extracts from the rituals and ceremonies of the 432, as well as the actual lectures for the degrees. The scottish rite is often said to be the college of freemasonry. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of. The scottish rite is technically a concordant body because some of its degrees continue the story of the building of solomons temple thats started in the first three lodge.
The ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry the northern masonic jurisdiction in the united states often omits the and, while the english constitution in the united kingdom omits the scottish, commonly known as simply the scottish rite or, in england and australia, as the rose croix although this is only one of its degrees, is one of several rites of freemasonry. And for those parts not in the ritual, he incorporated some parts of albert pikes versions of the degrees, found in the porch and. There are four divisions in the scottish rite southern jurisdiction. Not knowing pha scottish rite degree work i cant say if the degrees are the same. Supreme council for the ancient and accepted scottish rite. The ancient accepted scottish rite of freemasonry commonly known as simply the scottish rite, is one of several rites of freemasonry. The scottish rite is one of the appendant bodies of freemasonry that a master mason may join for further exposure to the principles of freemasonry. The scottish rite business office is located on the first floor mezzanine, easily accessible by elevator or stairs. Mcclenachan, 33 revised and enlarged edition, macoy publishing and masonic supply company, 4549 john st. Scottish rite craft degrees exemplified in lake worth. The ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry commonly known as simply the. It is a dominant ritual, out of the other rituals in use, in the grand lodge of spain. In march 1858, pike was elected a member of the supreme council for the southern jurisdiction of the united states, and in january 1859 he became its grand commander. The ritual that lake worth used for the exemplification wa s the ritual of the entered apprentice, fellow craft, and master mason degree for exclusive use of the scottish rite blue lodges f.
However those brothers who are looking to deepen their understanding of our gentle art will be well rewarded by studying those tome. The initiation in the craft degrees of the ancient and accepted scottish rite aasr is completely different from the ceremonies currently performed by most lodges in the englishspeaking world. Studying masonic philosophy through memorizing degree ritual. An intense book full of scottish rite history, symbolism and ritual. The scottish rite ritual monitor and guide scottish rite store.
The origins of the scottish rite like so much early masonic history, the origins of the scottish rite are hidden in mist. A couple of months ago i went through the current ritual degrees of the northern jurisdiction. In the united states the scottish rite is officially recognized by grand lodges as an extension of the degrees of freemasonry. Freemasons and the scottish rite system the ancient accepted scottish rite is an appendant body of freemasonry and is considered entirely optional for masons to join. It is open to all master masons looking to continue the journey of selfdiscovery and finding a deeper sense of purpose. It draws its symbolism from various esoteric sources, from alchemy and cabbala, from gnosis and rosecroix. Books on scottish rite masonry freemason information. Containing instructions in all the degrees, from the third to the thirty third, and last degree of the rite by charles t. There are two lodges in australia that practise the aasr craft. High quality rectified scottish rite regalia by freemasoncollection. According to internal regulations, it appears that until the late 1980s one worked as of from the 22nd degree, since that time the order started working from the 4th. Not some quotes from an antimason book, but significant parts of the actual ritual book. We have been given a copy of the 32nd degree ritual from the authentic scottish rite ritual.
But, so much has remained unclear about its origins, its history and lineage. The initiation in the ancient and accepted scottish rite. Lancaster, ohio scottish rite lancaster ohio masonic temple. The degree rituals of the northern masonic jurisdiction.
Latin america uses mainly the scottish rite and rectified scottish rite work. Theres evidence that by the early 1730s in england there were scotch masons or scots master masons, a step after the master mason degree and apparently unrelated to scotland. A few lodges work what they refer to as the york rite which is usually either emulation or webb work. It explores topics such as integrity, justice, brotherhood, duty, loyalty, generosity, toleration and commitment. Scottish rite freemason ring mason ring stainless steel scottish rite 32nd degree masonic double headed eagle with sword, stripes and grand elect logos.
The motto of the supreme council for scotland thirty third and last degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite consists of the latin phrase deus meumque jus which translates into english as god and my right. Thirtysecond degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite scotland, 1987. Scottish rite freemason ring thick masonic ring 32nd. Currently reading as the textbook for the scottish rite master craftsman course. This degree teaches that trustworthiness is more precious than life and is the. If your size is not in stock please check back in 24 weeks. Founded in 1801, the scottish rite of freemasonry is the premier international fraternal order of. Those looking for a full expose of the current rituals will be disappointed as only briey quotes are presented. The title says it is scottish rite but, it also includes excellent historical background on blue lodge and york rite threads of freemasonry. Freemasonry in israel rituals seven doors to freemasonry. The scottish rite, however, considers itself as an extension of the third degree of freemasonry.
These subordinate bodies are designed to allow scottish rite freemasons to focus on specific lessons that. Patents, constitution, rose croix, ceremony of remembrance. Ancient accepted scottish rite valley of new york city 71 w. The symbol most commonly associated with the scottish. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry author. As freemasons, we believe in something greater than ourselves, and. Scottish rite freemasonry in americas southern jurisdiction, 18012001.
There are several subordinate bodies that a consistory governs. Opening the officebearers with the exception of the g. There are various entrances to the aasr auditorium, primarily from this same floor. Scottish rite history and ritual with ritual monitor and guide the master craftsman program is an exciting new bymail correspondence course designed and administered by staff at the house of the temple in washington, dc under the guidan.
Scottish rite masonic order publication date 1905 topics scottish rite masonic order, freemasonry, freemasonry publisher. The fourth degree emphasizes duty, fidelity, integrity, and the necessity for secrecy in all confidential relationships 5th degree perfect master. A rite is a progressive series of degrees conferred by various masonic organizations or bodies, each of which operates under the control of its own central authority. The united supreme council scottish rite aasr pha northern. Top quality masonic jewelry scottish rite 32nd degree spes mea in deo est my hope is in god large and thick double headed eagle masonic ring. Human progress is our cause, liberty of thought our supreme wish, freedom of conscience our mission, and the guarantee of equal rights to all people everywhere our ultimate goal.
A pictorial look at the scottish rite of freemasonry. Most masons are told it does not exist, the book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. It is a plain gold band with an equilateral triangular plate enclosing the hebrew letter. Full text of amiga computing magazine issue 072 see other formats. Orient of oregon ancient and accepted scottish rite, s. This is the book to have on your reference shelf for freemasonry.
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