Several noteworthy examples of radical revision of scottish rite degree rituals occurred during the first half of the 20th century. Through all of these, people have tried to answer certain universal questions. With this book in hand, i suggest you immediately enroll in the master craftsman program. More will be revealed as one progresses in the degrees of the scottish rite.
The fourth degree emphasizes duty, fidelity, integrity, and the necessity for secrecy in all confidential relationships 5th degree perfect master. 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. Knight commander of the temple page 399 28th degree. Mans real genius and knowledge remains preserved in books albert pike. The ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. For anyone interested in learning or studying the higher degree s i will be delivering one a week from the 4th to. Scottish rite masons in many states have erected and occupy beautiful and impressive buildings, especially designed and equipped for scottish rite work. The title says it is scottish rite but, it also includes excellent historical background on blue lodge and york rite threads of freemasonry.
The initiation in the ancient and accepted scottish rite. Unfortunately for myself, i found the 4th degree of the nmj dead, dull, and devoid of the rich symbolism i had seen in the master mason degree. In 1922, frederick of prussia and the european setting of the 20 ritual were superseded by george washington and the american revolution. It draws its symbolism from various esoteric sources, from alchemy and cabbala, from gnosis and rosecroix. The degree of mark master, which is the fourth in the masonic series, is, historically considered, of the utmost importance, since we are informed that, by its influence, each operative mason, at the building of king solomons temple, was known and distinguished, and the disorder and confusion which might otherwise have attended so immense an undertaking. The scottish rite is often said to be the college of freemasonry.
Each degree can now be presented in about an hour, and the degrees were standardized so that all scottish rite valleys could use the same presentation materials. The time is a few years before the birth of christ. The curriculum is centered around the scottish rite degrees, history, and organization. This is the 4th or secret master degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite. This is the last degree of the lodge of perfection, which meets on the first thursday of each month to conduct the business of all four bodies. Currently reading as the textbook for the scottish rite master craftsman course. Pike is best known for his major work, morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry, originally published in 1871. In the ninth degree of the scottish rite, ignorance, error, and intolerance the great enemies of mankind are symbolized by the black border of the apron and the black cordon. My brethren, the 28 th degree is held by the scottish rite to be one if its most treasured and cherished degrees of the rite. This degree teaches that trustworthiness is more precious than life and is the. Its philosophy is old and profound with a clear templar influence. Lodge of perfection 4th 14th degree 4th degree secret master.
Mcclenachan, 33, grand master of ceremonies of the supreme council for the northern masonic jurisdiction of the ancient and accepted scottish rite, originally compiled this work in 1884 as a monitor or guide to the rituals, ceremonies, instructions, and symbolism of all the degrees of the ancient and accepted scottish rite. The foundation of scottish rite masonry is most reflected in this degree. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. Scottish rite foundation, the order of demolay, the order of rainbow for girls, or any worthy masonic endeavor. The degree rituals of the northern masonic jurisdiction. Fully describes the first three degrees of the scottish rite of freemasonry. Containing instructions in all the degrees, from the third to the thirtythird, and last degree of the rite by charles t. Scottish rite is one of the appendant bodies of freemasonry that a master mason may join for further exposure to the principles of. The degrees of the scottish rite are oneact plays often staged with costume, scenery, special effects, and the full rigging of any production.
There are four divisions in the scottish rite southern jurisdiction. Thirtysecond degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite scotland, 1987. As mentioned, the second branch in which masons can continue after attaining the 3rd degree is the york rite. Master craftsman program masonic education scottish rite. Scottish rite masons of this day have adopted the emblem of the fourteenth degree ring as a symbol that represents the sword, shield, and armor of the ancient brethren. Books room of pattee library at the pennsylvania state university, they located a copy of the ritual book, the book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. In this degree they are always given with the pommel of a sword or poignard. Secret master in the southern jurisdiction this degree follows the original pike ritual. Hopefully, it would encourage candidates to return to view the degree rituals they had not yet experienced.
John the divine and thereby to remind you of the new jerusalem which we are pledged to bring to the weak and oppressed displayed beside them, the banner of the. Annotated edition bonded leather, gilt edges, cloth markers albert pikes morals and dogma. The 31st degree is the judicial branch of the scottish rite. The first degree of scottish rite freemasonry freemason. Ninth degree elu of the nine, the weapons of truth. Scottish rite is one of the appendant bodies of freemasonry that a master mason may. Vera instituta secreta et fundamenta ordinis of 1786. The degrees of the scottish rite, southern masonic. Statutes, regulations of perfection, and other degrees. Unlike the york rite, which can be worked to the highest degree only by christians, the scottish rite is open to jews and others. It was only after i took delivery of the book that i discovered that i had bought a ritual book with extensive antimasonic commentaries by the author, aimed at tarnishing the image and reputation of the masonic order and discouraging existing and prospective. Since scottish rite freemasonry is progressive and each degree builds on the previous one, we find in this degree the themes of selfmotivation and defeating procrastination logically follow and augment the themes of duty and labor from the fourth degree, secret master.
Three groups of religious jews essenes, sadducees and pharisees are arguing over what to do about the huge bronze roman eagle herod has placed over the temples entrance gate, an. Many who have tried to find the truth regarding freemasonry have sought such a book. Pillars of wisdom the writings of albert pike revised edition. Andrew in the ruins of an old scottish castle, guardians challenge a candidate for the degree and then accept him into the order. Thoughts on the fifth degree scottish rite of freemasonry. Painting of the fifth degree perfect master by robert h.
Prince of mercy or scottish trinitarian page 385 27th degree. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Knight of the sun or prince adept page 417 29th degree. For those who are satisfied with the lessons of the first three degrees, as they are presented, no more is needed. But, so much has remained unclear about its origins, its history and lineage. Similar as with the scottish rite, the 10 additional degrees amplify and elaborate the first three. Books on scottish rite masonry freemason information. An esoteric view of the rosecroix degree by, leon zeldis the principal task of the freemason, which is to improve his own character, eliminating those negative traits that might exist in his personality and developing his moral and spiritual resources what is known as polishing the raw stone is in great measure the result of the interaction among brethren within and without the lodge. For anyone interested in learning or studying the higher degree s i will be delivering one a week from the 4th. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of. The scottish rite store is here to provide members of the scottish rite fraternal organization a place to purchase scottish rite apparel, books, courses and other items. Albert pikes morals and dogma commits 219 pages to its mysteries and explanation of its symbolism. 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. The rituals retain the language and settings of pikes originals, and are referred to as the revised standard pike ritual.
This is the 5th or perfect master degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite. Jul 08, 2011 ain soph to malkuth the first degree of scottish rite freemasonry july 8, 2011 by greg stewart 5 comments the following is the introduction to the apprentice, a book ive been working on for some time and i needed to let it see the light of day before it strangled me. Andrew, being the fourth degree of the degree of ramsey. More will be revealed as one progresses in the degrees of. Since scottish rite freemasonry is progressive and each degree builds on the previous one, we find in this degree the themes of. Mcclenachan, 33 revised and enlarged edition, macoy publishing and masonic. Grand maitre ecossais or scottish elder master and knight of st. The motto of the degree is spes mea in deo est meaning my hope is in god. Ritual book 33rd degree scottish rite freemasonry damonish. We should use these truths to shape our lives and conduct. One of the most, if not the most, beautiful masonic structure in the world is the house of the temple home of the supreme council s.
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. Ain soph to malkuth the first degree of scottish rite freemasonry july 8, 2011 by greg stewart 5 comments the following is the introduction to the apprentice, a book ive been working on for some time and i needed to let it see the light of day before it strangled me. Scottish rite degrees ancient and accepted scottish rite. In his reception into the order of scottish knights of st. Apr 06, 2012 ritual book 33rd degree scottish rite freemasonry damonish. They should serve to recall to you the visions in the books of ezekiel and of the revelation of st. The york rite consists of 10 more degrees, which are considered concordant to the original three degrees. But for those who feel disappointment in them, fear not. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry author. The scottish rite degrees scottish rite of freemasonry. Masonic rites and degrees explained why the scottish has. This is because of its deep philosophical and mysterious nature. Andrew in the ruins of an old scottish castle, guardians challenge a candidate for.
It was only after i took delivery of the book that i discovered that i had bought a ritual book with extensive antimasonic commentaries by the author, aimed at tarnishing the image and reputation of the masonic order and discouraging existing and. Their purpose is to examine different philosophies, ancient religions, and systems of ethics. Ritual book 33rd degree scottish rite freemasonry youtube. Morals and dogma was traditionally given to the candidate upon his receipt of the 14th degree of the scottish rite. To establish a local area coordinating agency for the scottish rite valley, for the purpose of working with the york rite, shrine and affiliated organizations in the general promotion of freemasonry. This is the book to have on your reference shelf for freemasonry.
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