However, in its own way it has a wonderful progression worthy of a second look. Contained herein are all of freemasonrys blue lodge and york rite. York rite sovereign college of north america masonic temple, po box 368, denton, nc 27239 tel. We all have a responsibility to share our wonderful rituals with our brethren. The york rite in the united states is a grouping of separate rites joined in order, namely the capitular rite, or royal arch masons general grand chapter royal arch masons international, the cryptic rite, or cryptic masons general grand council cryptic masons international and the chivalric orders, or knights templar grand encampment of knights templar of the united states of america. Give but close attention, it soon will unfold, ark masons at present, are like those of old. Initiation ritual american ceremony of installation of officers in a priory american societas rosicruciana in anglia. Yet, it has no direct line of progression like that of the scottish rite. Last week, around 30,000 people downloaded books from my site 8 people gave. Below is a brief description of the degrees in the order that they are conferred within each of these bodies. Freemasonry and ritual work download ebook pdf, epub.
Scottish rite foundation, the order of demolay, the order of rainbow for girls, or any worthy masonic endeavor. Chapter of royal arch masons mark master past master some areas most excellent master. Ritual of knight of york american knights of york cross of honour. Duncans ritual is careful to note known variations where they exist. It includes the three basic degrees of the ancient york rite, and four additional advanced degrees.
Duncan s masonic ritual and monitor download ebook pdf. Ritual dynamics in the independent united order of mechanics. I have opened a new area of study in my masonic education. Contained herein are all of freemasonrys blue lodge and york rite degrees with numerous illustrations. Morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry, prepared for the supreme council of the thirty third degree for the southern jurisdiction of the united states. Ritual knight of york, 1957, reprint 1987 manual of instruction for the order knight of york, 1982 uniform code of bylaws bylaws of gulf coast york rite college no. Richard carlile manual of freemasonry here is light. While this is an extensive collection, it by no means represents a full and complete list and new editions and materials will be added as time progresses.
That portion of the old freemasons who met at the famous appletree tavern, in 1717, and. Duncan s ritual of freemasonry download ebook pdf, epub. Ancient order of druids ritual of the royal arch degree opening the chapter the officers being robed outside the chapter room with the exception of the junior guardian, who is at the door inside the room, and the registrar and organist, who are at their respective positions. Most masons are told it does not exist, the book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. The york rite is colloquially referred to by masons sometimes as the american rite. Duncans ritual and monitor of freemasonry duncans masonic ritual and monitor guide to the three symbolic degrees of the ancient york rite by malcolm c. A ritual and illustrations of freemasonry, free pdf global grey. The elevator speech is intended to help you give a good account of royal arch masonry. Then on january 10, 2015, the commitee announced to m.
The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry. This pocket reference serves as an introduction to the rite as practiced in utah, and will hopefully assist your acclimation into the degree and orders of the york rite. The york rite provides additional masonic teachings and confers additional relevant degrees. Morals and dogma by albert pike lucifer, the light. The commitee consulted with several sources to ensure accuracy in the ritual, including the frst three editons of the iowa ritual, the 24th editon of the rituals of the general grand council of cryptc masons internatonal, and rituals from other cryptc jurisdictons. I use the word attempt advisedly, for great difficulties are in the way of complete achievement in writing historically of this elusive degree, although, let me say, in the task of coping. Use denotes the special liturgical customs which prevailed in a particular diocese or group of dioceses. Subsequent editions include a complete index informational pamphlet. The upper degrees are only open to christians where ceremonies mocking christian ones are perfromed including the consecration of the host, and the use of bread and wine. Freemason collection is ranked in the most visited websites top 10 in the major masonic online magazine pietrestone.
I really have enjoyed my time in chapter, learning new ritual and witnessing degree work for the first time in four years as an actual candidate. Createspace independent publishing platform format available. Force, unregulated or illregulated, is not only wasted in the void, like that of. Indeed, the pennsylvania system of work much more resembles the english than the american. All of the orders of the york rite and the degrees of the. Duncans masonic ritual and monitor, free ebook global grey. Not some quotes from an antimason book, but significant parts of. Morals and dogma by albert pike lucifer, the lightbearer.
Freemason collection is one of the rare websites rated three stars maximum on. We carry traditional items as well as personalized items for anything that fits your needs. The york rite sometimes referred to as the american rite, since it is unknown in york, england is one of several rites of freemasonry. Eboracum was a variant of the roman rite practised in part of northern england, prior to the reign of henry viii. Scottish rite had been introduced in the united states in 1783. However, the commitee asked that their draf be prereleased to the membership for. The scottish rite ritual monitor and guide 78 tain prisoners. The history of york rite masonry today, york rite masonry is made up of three distinct bodies. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry author. The formation of the first grand lodge of england in 1717 specified that the lodges were to confer only the degrees of entered apprentice, fellowcraft, and master mason, all other degrees being considered spurious. The york rite takes its name from the old english city of york. The york rite degrees of freemasonry as a master mason, an overseer of the work, you are taught many moral lessons and prepared for the life to come, but the temple of life is not yet completed, and those faithful craftsmen who have labored so long, are deprived, by the wickedness of others, of that for. File uploader folder albert pike freemasonry constitutions, bylaws, laws freemasonry ad freemasonry eh freemasonry il freemasonry mo freemasonry pt freemasonry uz freemasonry lectures, short talks, articles freemasonry magazines freemasonry manuscripts other rites and organizations freemasonry ritual monitors, manuals, guides. 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.
At the command dress, the knights move up successively in quick time, shortening the last step, so as to be about six inches behind the alignment, which must never be passed. Resolution of the convent on ritual for 1976 e v first part. The york rite specifically is a collection of separate masonic bodies and. Originally published in 1825, just twelve years after the organization of the united grand lodge of england, this works boasts the most complete collection of early versions of the english masonic rituals available under a single cover. York rite invitational orders library stichting argus. Or a guide to the three symbolic degrees of the ancient york rite and to the degrees of mark master, past master, most excellent master, and the royal arch. A poster chart of the degrees within the york rite branch of freemasonry courtesy of wor. Masonic books herein are an assortment of masonic book recommendations, books about freemasonry, texts about its kindred sciences and materials about or relating to fraternity. The york rite of freemasonry the knights who enjoy. The contents of this collection in pdffiles york rite. Duncans masonic ritual and monitor york rite of california. Its ritual is simple and didactic, like the former, and is. A rite is a series of progressive degrees that are conferred by various masonic organizations or bodies, each of which operates under the control of its own central authority.
Duncans masonic ritual is a superb guide to the historic rituals and practices of the freemason societies, for the initiation of new members and the ceremonies of the masonic lodges. The following exposures of masonic ritual are provided in a cooperative effort between exmasons for jesus and ephesians 5. Ritual of the independent order of good templars for subordinate lodges 1864. York rite is flavored with more of a christian message, but is open to all denominations. File type icon file name description size revision time user. Welcome to masonic jewels, home to all your masonic regalia and lodge supplies. Exmasons for jesus is a fellowship organization of men and women who have left the masonic lodge and appendant bodies, such as the order of the eastern star, jobs daughters, the order of rainbow for girls. He is impressed, perhaps overwhelmed, by the magnificence of its ritual. Guide to the three symbolic degrees of the ancient york rite and to the degrees of mark master, past master, most excellent master, and the royal arch duncan, malcolm c. Peterson, the scottish rite version of the three degrees of the craft masonry, transactions of the american lodge of research, new york, vol.
Guyana, land of many waters, is well known for its diversity in cultures as a result of its historical past, and this has been reflected in the evolution of freemasonry with the formation of lodges that mirrored the society at large during the various. The york rite is one of the appendant bodies of freemasonry in which a master mason may proceed to supplement and amplify the blue lodge degrees, affording historical background on the work and meaning of freemasonry. Written in the 19th century, duncans ritual, as it is known, has been republished numerous times. Guide to the three symbolic degrees of the ancient york rite and to the. The york rite, or more correctly, the american rite, is based on the early remnants of craft masonry that were practiced in the early 1700s. Ye seekers of wisdom, desirous to learn the ark mason secret, you here will discern. Index to the scottish rite ritual monitor and guide, 1st ed. The military might of the nonagon by samuel pierrelouis, mps and robert henderson iii, mps abstract the intent of this manuscript is to shed some light on the encrypted meaning of the nonagon a strategicallyplaced, geometric shape within the scottish rite camp. This is the new approved cm ritual for 2015 all comments for updates should go to mipgm james byars.
This book presents details of masonic initiation rituals, along with grips, passwords and regalia. Zelator 1995 zelator 2005 theoricus 1994 theoricus 2005 practicus 1995 practicus 2005 philosophus. There are over a hundred illustrations, all reproduced here, which show important details of the rituals, including gestures and symbolic pictures. Exmasons for jesus is a fellowship organization of men and women who have left the masonic lodge and appendant bodies, such as the order of the eastern star, jobs daughters, the order of rainbow for girls and the order of. You can order a download of this collection by payment of 30,00 via paypal to. The york rite in the united states is a grouping of separate rites joined in order, namely the capitular rite, or royal arch masons general grand chapter royal arch masons international, the cryptic rite, or cryptic masons general grand council cryptic masons international and the chivalric orders, or knights templar grand encampment of knights templar of the united. Download freemasonry and ritual work or read online books in pdf, epub, tuebl, and mobi format. The book of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of. Pennsylvania modification of the york rite of england. This book is the classic exposition of english freemasonry. The royal arch degree seems not to have been known to what are called modern masons as late as about 1750. Download a ritual and illustrations of freemasonry pdf for free. Duncan 1866 this book presents details of masonic initiation rituals, along with grips, passwords and regalia. The icm course can be downloaded as a pdf and printed out locally by the facilitator or attendees.
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