Reason behind the popularity of Ancient and Accepted Rite of Masonry

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History about Scottish rite Masonry

The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is the most well-established and popular Masonic rites. It is widely known among Freemasons because of its historical connections with Knights Templar. The success of Scottish rite hugely depends on the works of Albert Pike, 33rd degree Sovereign Grand Inspector General. He had written various books on this subject. In one of his works entitled Morals and Dogma, it is stated that The Supreme Council of Freemasonry was established in the year 1801. It is the body that presides over the Scottish rite till date.

There were only three degrees that could be attained originally in Freemasonry. But with the spread and popularity of this fraternity, several new orders and degrees were initiated. These new degrees were not revealed initially to everyone and were kept a secret. The first two degrees of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite were the Entered Apprentice and Fellow Craft Mason. The rituals used in both of these degrees are similar to the ones used by Stone Masons guilds. The initiation ritual of the third Master Mason degree which is carried out to welcome new members is based on the materials handed down by the Worshipful Masters of the 18th century. Not only the rituals but also the secret symbols, handshakes and passwords used in the Scottish rite have been passed down by the guilds of middle ages.

Regalia used in Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite

The color associated with The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite is blue. This can be seen on Masonic aprons that comprise of blue lining as well as on other regalia pieces. The use of color blue has been consistent till date in Freemasonry. This speculative form of Masonry is often known as “Blue Lodge” whereas the teachings of “Red Lodge” are based on the symbolic rebuilding of the Temple of Solomon.

Degrees and divisions in Scottish Rite Masonry

Every Lodge in the order is governed over by the Worshipful Master. The teachings of this order include morality and Individual liberty. The Scottish rite is not restricted for any particular religion instead it accepts men of all faith.

Bodies of Ancient and Accepted Scottish rite

·         Lodge of Perfection

This division consists of 4 to 14 degrees.

·         Chapter of Rose Croix

This division comprises of 15th to 18th degrees.

·         Council of Kadosh

This division has the 19th to 30th degrees.

·         Consistory

This division comprises of only the 31st and 32nd degrees.

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