A Ritual and Illustrations of Freemasonry
This book is a comprehensive guide to the rituals and practices of Freemasonry, a secretive and ancient fraternal organization. The book is filled with detailed descriptions of the various ceremonies and symbols used by Freemasons, as well as explanations of their significance and meaning.
The author, Allyn Avery, provides a thorough exploration of the history and traditions of Freemasonry, shedding light on the origins of the organization and its role in society. He delves into the symbolism of Freemasonry, explaining the significance of symbols such as the square and compass, the all-seeing eye, and the pillars of Solomon's Temple.
Accompanied by numerous engravings, the book offers a visual representation of the rituals and symbols of Freemasonry, allowing readers to better understand and appreciate the complex and intricate world of the organization. The illustrations are beautifully rendered and add depth and richness to the text.
In addition to the rituals and illustrations, the book also includes a key to the Phi Beta Kappa, another secretive society with its own set of rituals and practices. This section provides insight into the inner workings of Phi Beta Kappa, offering a rare glimpse into the world of this exclusive organization.
A Ritual and Illustrations of Freemasonry" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and traditions of Freemasonry. With its detailed descriptions, beautiful illustrations, and insightful commentary, the book offers a comprehensive look at this enigmatic organization and its place in the world.
Table of Contents
Entered Apprentice Degree – p.1
Fellow Craft’s Degree – p.35
Master Mason’s Degree – p.46
Mark Master’s Degree – p.64
Past Master’s Degree – p.86
Most Excellent Master’s Degree – p.94
Royal Arch Degree – p.104
Select Master Degree – p.136
Degree of Ark and Dove – p.148
Knights of Constantinople – p.149
Secret Monitor (Trading Degree) – p.152
Heroine of Jericho – p.156
Knights of Three Kings – p.167
Order of Knights of the Red Cross – p.167
Additional Orders and Degrees
Order of Knights Templars – p.188
Knights of the Christian Mark, and Guards of the Conclave – p.214
Knights of the Holy Sepulchre – p.218
The Holy and Thrice Illustrious Order of the Cross (Council) – p.222
Eleven Ineffable Degrees
Perfect Master – p.233
Intimate Secretary – p.234
Provost and Judge – p.237
Intendant of the Buildings (Master in Israel) – p.239
Elected Knights of Nine – p.240
Elected Grand Master – p.243
Sublime Knights Elected – p.244
Grand Master Architect – p.244
Knights of the Ninth Arch – p.244
Grand Elect, Perfect, and Sublime Mason – p.245
Reading from chapter: Fellow Craft’s Degree
I shall omit part of the opening and closing ceremonies of this degree, since they are the same as in the first, or Entered Apprentice degree, except for differences in signs and other particulars which will be explained later. The least number allowed to do business in this degree is five: the Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Senior Deacon, and Junior Deacon. Yet seven, besides the Tyler, generally assist and take their seats as in the Entered Apprentice’s degree.
The Worshipful Master puts on his hat and says: “Brethren, I am about to open a lodge of Fellow Craft Masons in this place for the dispatch of business. I will thank you for your attention and assistance. If there are any persons present who are not Fellow Craft Masons, they are requested to retire.”
The Master resumes his seat and says: “Brother Senior Warden, you will receive the pass‑word in the West, and send it up to the East.” The Senior and Junior Deacons repair to the Senior Warden in the West and whisper in his ear the pass‑word of this degree: Shibboleth. The Senior Warden replies, “The word is right in the West. You will receive it from the brethren and carry it up to the East.”
The Senior Deacon turns to the North and the Junior Deacon to the South. This is a trying moment for cowans, eavesdroppers, and “rusty Masons,” for each Deacon unceremoniously puts his ear to the mouth of every person in the room. If they meet one who cannot whisper at low breath the word Shibboleth, he is immediately invited into the preparation room, and a committee is appointed to examine him. The Deacons proceed, receive the word from each person in the lodge, and repair to the Master, whispering in his ear Shibboleth. The Master gives notice that the word has come up right, and that they can with safety open the lodge.
The lodge being opened, and the minutes of the last meeting read, the Master directs the Deacons to prepare the candidate for the second degree of Freemasonry. They perform their duty, and the Senior Deacon returns to his place in the lodge. The Master calls to order, and the Junior Deacon makes an alarm of two distinct knocks on the outside of the door.
“Worshipful Master, there is an alarm at the door.”
“Attend to the cause of that alarm, and see who comes there.”
The Senior Deacon steps to the door, gives two raps on the inside in answer to those given by the Junior Deacon, who gives one. The Senior Deacon does the same, partly opens the door, and inquires: “Who comes here? Who comes here?”
The Junior Deacon replies: “A worthy brother, who has been regularly initiated as an Entered Apprentice Mason, and now wishes for further light in Masonry by being passed to the degree of Fellow Craft.”
The Senior Deacon asks the candidate: “Is it of your own free will and accord you make this request?”
The candidate answers: “It is.”
“Is he duly and truly prepared?” asks the Senior Deacon.
“He is,” replies the Junior Deacon.
The book contains many illustrations
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