Title: Twelve experts from the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Ritual. Comments - Similarities, Nuances, and Differences in the Rituals
Authors: SEB?K Ferenc, .
Volume: 9
Issue: 5
Pages: 191-201
Publication Date: 2025/05/28
Abstract:
This research concerns the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite (AASR). Are there differences or nuances regarding the same ritual within lodges of the same East (Obedience)? Are there differences between lodges of different Easts? This research also explored the ritual by explaining excerpts from its content. This work is therefore intended for Apprentice Masons, but also Fellow Crafts, as well as Master Masons. The ritual is rich in symbolism, for example, the sun associated with the Worshipful Master, the age of the Mason, the significance of leaving metals at the lodge gate, the symbolism of the headband, the duties and oaths taken by the Mason, etc. Twelve excerpts from the ritual have been selected in an attempt to explain its meaning. Obviously, this work does not claim to be exhaustive: these are reflections intended to stimulate interest in reflecting on the ritual of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.