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Symbolism of the blue degrees of freemasonry, albert pikes esoterika. May 15, 2017 this book will be indispensable to anyone interested in the history of masonic ritual and the roots of scottish rite freemasonry. Morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry, or simply morals and dogma, is a book of esoteric philosophy published by the supreme council, thirty third degree, of the scottish rite, southern jurisdiction of the united states. Masonic lectures are standard oral presentations given during initiation to a new degree. The scottish rite temple restoration fund is a 501c3 organization and all charitable gifts are tax deductible. Its degrees are steps of initiation, intended to usher candidates into a mythical sphere, where the lessons of virtue and morality are portrayed in a traditional setting, by legend and metaphor. This is albert pikes 861 page volume of lectures on the esoteric roots of freemasonry, specifically the 32degree scottish rite. The scottish rite is a masonic organization that continues a master masons education of the first three degrees in freemasonry. While not required, most men go on to view all 29 scottish rite degrees in the future. The ancient accepted scottish rite is an appendant body of freemasonry and is considered entirely optional for masons to join. May not include supplemental items like discs, access codes, dust jacket, etc. As freemasons, we believe in something greater than ourselves, and. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of. Scottish rite masonic order, freemasonry, freemasonry publisher chicago, ill.
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Are you really walking around with a fourinch thick wallet, stuffed with 27 membership cards, my wife asked as i plunked my wallet down on the dresser. It just so happens, trumps scottish coat of arms features the same doubleheaded phoenix. 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 degrees. On september 5, 2019, the scottish rite freemasonry valley of atlanta presented the arthur m. For more than two hundred years, freemasonry in america helped define social and cultural arrangements that affected the development of civic life and. The fundamental sourcebook of scottish rite philosophy now available in a new, userfriendly, and scholarly edition. Morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite. Albert pike books list of books by author albert pike. As we embark on the next 50 years, our magazine should reflect the masonic culture of today, the men of our time, and our timeless values. The symbolic lodge will familiarize students with aspects of the development of blue lodge. Unique in the region, the scottish rite valley of chicago museum and library aims to be the historical society of scottish rite and american freemasonry by collecting, preserving, interpreting and celebrating the history of fraternalism. It encompasses a study of freemasonry, wise philosophy, ancient mysteries, mythology, ritual, and religion.
The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonrycontaining instructions in all the. United supreme council, prince hall affiliation, southern jurisdiction. Sign up for the master craftsman program or find a publication to subscribe to. In early 2017, the supreme council of the scottish rite commissioned the most comprehensive, datadriven analysis of the scottish rite and freemasonry in more than 20 years. Scottish rite of freemasonry the grand lodge of texas. Fully describes the first three degrees of the scottish rite of freemasonry. Scottish rite of freemasonry i f you are already a mason, you may wish to petition for scottish rite membership to receive additional instruction and explanation regarding the allegory and symbolism learned in the masonic lodge as an expansion and enhancement of your masonic career. You must receive the 4 and 32, along with three additional degrees that focus on 32 freemasonrys core values. A dynamic table of contents enables to jump directly to the chapter selected. The scottish rite is often said to be the college of freemasonry.
Is freemasonry or the scottish rite a secret society. Mcclenachan, 33 revised and enlarged edition, macoy publishing and masonic supply company, 4549 john st. Jun 01, 2001 the book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. The york rite is an appendant body is made up of three different basic groups. Mans real genius and knowledge remains preserved in books. In a section on the secret of the scottish masons secret des macons ecossaise, it introduces another direct ancestor of the high degrees, whose theme remains the basis for the scottish rite s 15, knight of the east, and 16, prince of jerusalem. Although not strictly a masonic work, this study cogently dismisses some of the unfounded speculations of robert lomas and christopher knight in their book.
The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry mcclenachan, charles t. Its philosophy is old and profound with a clear templar influence. Lectures provide background material for initiates and the discuss duties of the degree in general terms. Finally, to become a 32 scottish rite mason, you must receive a minimum of five scottish rite degrees.
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