Scottish rite foundation, the order of demolay, the order of rainbow for girls, or any worthy masonic endeavor. 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 scottish rite actually came to the united states by way of france. Our selection of books is designed to assist the new or experienced student of the scottish rite in a better understanding of the history and teachings. Our most frequently asked question is, did the scottish rite begin in scotland. Its philosophy is old and profound with a clear templar influence. Those looking for a full expose of the current rituals will be disappointed as only briey quotes are presented. It is a plain gold band with an equilateral triangular plate enclosing the hebrew letter. It draws its symbolism from various esoteric sources, from alchemy and cabbala, from gnosis and rosecroix. Cornerstone book publishers has an outstanding collection of scottish rite books on scottish rite history, scottish rite philosophy, rare scottish rite ritual, scottish rite procedures and more.
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. Third a pentagon forming a second defensive line manned by the brethren of our rite holding its 19th to 32nd grades, each of which is again allotted its own sector. Mans real genius and knowledge remains preserved in books albert pike. Clearly written and well illustrated, it updates the ceremonies with notes on performance, as well as giving a historical perspective on the ritual forms of the fraternity. Some authors have strongly asserted the influence of alchemy on freemasonrys symbolism and ritual. Used books may not include companion materials, some shelf wear, may contain highlightingnotes, may not include cdrom or access codes. The title says it is scottish rite but, it also includes excellent historical background on blue lodge and york rite threads of freemasonry. Several noteworthy examples of radical revision of scottish rite degree rituals occurred during the first half of the 20th century.
Unlike the york rite, which can be worked to the highest degree only by christians, the scottish rite is open to jews and others. The 33 is sparingly conferred on its members in recognition of their service to humanity or to freemasonry. A brief history of blue lodge freemasonry and the development of its rituals. 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. In 1922, frederick of prussia and the european setting of the 20 ritual were superseded by george washington and the american revolution. Scottish rite has 27 books on goodreads with 38 ratings. And by november, i had been flattered, cajoled, and persuaded to enter the scottish rite. Ritual books contain the scripts to these plays, and contain material that is considered either secret or not intended for nonmembers. In 1857 pike completed his first revision of the 432 ritual, and printed 100 copies. Digital masonic library greetings, at the library tab suggested reading of the website of the valley of schenectady, aasr, nmj, usa, is the below listing of interesting books for masonic readers and researchers. Containing instructions in all the degrees, from the third to the thirtythird, and last degree of the rite by charles t.
Scottish rite masonic order, freemasonry, freemasonry publisher chicago, ill. Omits the scottish, commonly known as simply the scottish rite, is one of several rites of freemasonry. 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. The scottish rite has become today the largest and most widely practiced masonic rite in the world. Morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of. This is the book to have on your reference shelf for freemasonry. Fred kleinknecht, grand commander of the rite, is both a practical guide to the ceremonies of the fraternity and a source of information about the rite itself.
Thirtyfirst degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite scotland, 1987. Scottish rite masons in many states have erected and occupy beautiful and impressive buildings, especially designed and equipped for scottish rite work. Its degrees teach a series of moral lessons culminating in the 32, master of the royal secret. There is evidence of scotch masons lodges dating back to 1733 in england.
Books on scottish rite masonry freemason information. From the centre of the arch hangs an equilateral triangle in gold with the hebrew letter yod in black arranged in the form of a. The elective officers are, according to the ritual of the southern jurisdiction of the united states, a commanderinchief, seneschal, preceptor, chancellor. The throne is placed under the centre of an arch rising from two pillars, and beneath a canopy of white. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read.
An intense book full of scottish rite history, symbolism and ritual. You are now and hereafter entitled to enjoy all the rights, privileges and prerogatives of this degree, and are solemnly admonished to fulfill its duties and its high responsibilities. Hey, at least i let a couple of years go by before joining the shrine. The initiation in the ancient and accepted scottish rite. Stephan moran and henry andrew francken, author of francken manuscripts, were major advocates of the rite of perfection.
Freemason collection is ranked in the most visited websites top 10 in the major masonic online magazine pietrestone. Scottish rites most popular book is morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite. The scottish rite consistory the meetings of members of the thirtysecond degree, or sublime princes of the royal secret in the ancient and accepted scottish rite, are called consistories. The degree rituals of the northern masonic jurisdiction. The scottish rite is often said to be the college of freemasonry. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry author. The ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry commonly known as simply the. Freemason collection is one of the rare websites rated three stars maximum on. According to its introduction, it is the result of a joint undertaking and is essentially an abridgment of the pre1946 ritual. Scottish rite ritual monitor and guide by supreme council. Opening the officebearers with the exception of the g. The camp of the ancient accepted scottish rite of freemasonry is a nonagon enclosing a heptagon, within whose lines is a pentagon which encloses a triangle in the center of which is a circle. 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 book includes large extracts from the rituals and ceremonies of the 432, as well as the actual lectures for the degrees.
In my defense, while ive since joined a couple of other masonic organizations, i have. This is not an exhaustive list, however, it provides some of the more popular publications available. 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. However those brothers who are looking to deepen their understanding of our gentle art will be well rewarded by studying those tome. Books by scottish rite author of ancient and accepted. But, so much has remained unclear about its origins, its history and lineage. Currently reading as the textbook for the scottish rite master craftsman course. Many who have tried to find the truth regarding freemasonry have sought such a book. There have been so many books written on freemasonry that it is sometimes. Thirtysecond degree of the ancient and accepted scottish rite scotland, 1987. Ritual for the 32 of freemasonry, scottish rite sublime. Consistory, i now proclaim you, and each of you, to be a sublime prince of the royal secret, thirtysecond degree, ancient accepted scottish rite. As with any such collections of this nature on the internet, there is no telling how long these works or links will remain.
Includes a copy of the earliestknown masonic ritual. Morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry by pike. Annotated edition bonded leather, gilt edges, cloth markers albert pikes morals and dogma. Cook collection americana digitizing sponsor brigham young university contributor harold b. 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. The revised prince hall scottish rite degrees are currently published as the book of the scottish rite 432. Pillars of wisdom the writings of albert pike revised edition. 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. There are a large number of books available about the scottish rite to begin or enhance your understanding of the traditions, symbols, philosophy, history, and ritual work. Cornerstone book publishers has an outstanding collection of scottish rite books on scottish rite history, scottish rite philosophy, rare scottish rite ritual. Prince hall affiliation hardcover january 1, 1946 5.
Central to the ritual of the 14, perfect elu, is the presentation of a ring, worn by scottish rite masons from the 14 through the 32. Fourth an equilateral triangle enclosing a circle containing a point where the arms of the cross of st. Where do the prince hall affiliation rituals come from. Pondering the three elements in the ea degree scottish. Morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry, or simply morals and dogma, is a book of. Containing instructions in all the degrees, from the third to the thirty third, and last degree of the rite by charles t. Historic denver video podcast grandes parcerias radio online puc minas.