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Masonic ritual is the scripted words and actions that are spoken or performed during the degree work in a Masonic lodge. [1] Masonic symbolism is that which is used to illustrate the principles which Freemasonry espouses. Masonic ritual has appeared in a number of contexts within literature including in "The Man Who Would Be King", by Rudyard ...
By country. v. t. e. 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. It was compiled by Albert Pike, was first published in 1871 and was ...
A∴ L'O∴ – À L'Orient, "At the East" (French) The seat of the Lodge. A.M. – Anno Mundi, "In The Year of the World". The date used in the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. A.O. – Anno Ordinis, "In the Year of the Order" . The date allegedly used by Knights Templars. A.Y.M. – Ancient York Mason.
e. In Anglo-American Freemasonry, York Rite, sometimes referred to as the American Rite, [1][2][3] is one of several Rites of Freemasonry. It is named after York, in Yorkshire, England, where the legend of the Rite was first practiced. A Rite is a series of progressive degrees that are conferred by various Masonic organizations or bodies, each ...
The Chamber of Reflection had been used by some American Lodges from the earliest times of the new country, and is even mentioned in the famous Jachin and Boaz exposé of 1762, [13] [14] [15] (this exposé is known to have greatly influenced American Freemasonry), [16] [17] it was wildly incorporated into American Masonic rituals and Lodges by ...
The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is a rite within the broader context of Freemasonry.It is the most widely practiced Rite in the world. [1] [2] [3] In some parts of the world, and in the Droit Humain, it is a concordant body and oversees all degrees from the 1st to 33rd degrees, while in other areas, a Supreme Council oversees the 4th to 33rd degrees.
The Revelations of a Square, exhibiting a Graphic Display of the Sayings and Doings of eminent Free and Accepted Masons, London, 1855, with curious engravings. Freemason's Treasury, 1863. Papal Teachings in Freemasonry, 1866. The Origin of the Royal Arch Order of Masonry, 1867. The Pythagorean Triangle, or the Science of Numbers, 1875.
By country. v. t. e. The Standard Scottish Rite is a Masonic rite practiced primarily in Scotland. It is considered one of the oldest rites in Freemasonry, with origins dating back to the late 16th century. [1] The rite is known for its rich history, symbolism, rituals, and focus on brotherly love. [2]