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  2. Masonic ritual and symbolism - Wikipedia

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    The whole system is transmitted to initiates through the medium of Masonic ritual, which consists of lectures and allegorical plays. [2] Common to all of Freemasonry is the three grade system of Craft or Blue Lodge freemasonry, whose allegory is centred on the building of the Temple of Solomon, and the story of the chief architect, Hiram Abiff. [3]

  3. Category:Masonic symbolism - Wikipedia

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    Pages in category "Masonic symbolism" The following 15 pages are in this category, out of 15 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. Ashlar; B. Baucent;

  4. Square and Compasses - Wikipedia

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    The Wrights' symbol is the square and compasses in a different configuration from the traditional Masonic one. Wright is the Scottish and Northern English term for a Carpenter. The arms of the former Allan Glen's School , still used by the school club [ 12 ] and independent rugby club, [ 13 ] incorporate a square and compasses in a similar ...

  5. Tracing board - Wikipedia

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    Tracing boards are painted or printed illustrations depicting the various emblems and symbols of Freemasonry. They can be used as teaching aids during the lectures that follow each of the Masonic Degrees, when an experienced member explains the various concepts of Freemasonry to new members. They can also be used by experienced members as ...

  6. List of Masonic abbreviations - Wikipedia

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    The dots are typically arranged in a triangular pattern and carry multiple layers of meaning within Masonic tradition. [2] The (∴) is used only for Masonic abbreviations, any non-masonic abbreviations must be written with a simple dot, as an example a date on a Masonic document could be written 6024 A∴L∴/2024 A.D.

  7. Masonic myths - Wikipedia

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    Kabbalistic doctrines, moral emblems, alchemical and Hermetic symbols were integrated into these manifestos. [ D 6 ] Later, the existence of a number of symbols in Masonic initiation rituals, such as mercury and sulfur in the chamber of reflection , or the air, water and fire tests of first-degree initiation in certain rituals, enabled ...

  8. Holy Royal Arch - Wikipedia

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    By adding a further explanation to the practical lessons of Craft Freemasonry, the Royal Arch is seen as an extension of the preceding degrees [4] and the philosophical lessons conveyed are appropriate to that stage in a candidate's Masonic development. The symbol or Grand Emblem of Royal Arch Masonry is the Triple Tau.

  9. List of Masonic rites - Wikipedia

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    For a system of Masonic degrees to be named rite, it must encompass the first three blue lodge craft degrees, either as degrees within the rite or as a prerequisite for joining the rite. In essence, a Masonic rite occupies a central position in the trajectory of a Mason's journey, serving as the vehicle through which Masonic teachings and ...