Im going to speak about the high degrees of freemasonry. The york rite, or more correctly the american rite, is a collection masonic bodies and degree systems which would otherwise operate independently and individually. 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. Item does not have any stains or tears of the pages. Tabbart, new york university press, new york, 2005. Albert gallatin mackey wrote his history of freemasonry in 1898, but its still an excellent book, with lots of good information. 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. Royal arch masons, cryptic rite masons, and knights templar. 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. The york rite takes its name from the old english city of york. The ashlar company masonic shop for the good of the craft.
The york rite specifically is a collection of separate masonic bodies and associated degrees that would otherwise operate independently. Both of them are published authors and experts in masonic history. A history and a handbook hardcover january 1, 1989 by frederick g speidel author. Antique 1869 masonic knights templar grand commandery. Morals and dogma 1923 albert pike ancient and accepted scottish rite freemasonry. Those interested in american history and freemasonry will find this book a. Below is a brief description of the degrees in the order that they are conferred within each of these bodies. 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. What is the difference between the york rite and scottish. York rite is one of the several appendant bodies of the freemasonry. The york rite in particular is an american creation, although the degrees within it originate throughout the masonic world. Masonic education for masons, including lodge education, masonic history, and books for freemasons.
These organizations expose the new master mason to even greater esoteric content, and do so under somewhat lesser veil than is encountered in the blue lodge. It can be said as a collection of multiple masonic bodies that used to operate independently during the initial years. Things to know about york rite freemasonry masonicfind. The york rite of freemasonry a history and handbook speidel, frederick g. What is the difference between york rite and scottish rite. Brief history of the a a s rite freemasonry by e sherman. The most classic assassination quest in the history of world assassin.
A very good, concise explanation of the chaotic histories of the three orders of york rite masonry. Now i know it may be politically incorrect to say that there is anything higher than the master mason degree, but in fact high degrees is the term that has been used for centuries to define the various degrees and ceremonies and rites that exist after the. Today the rite is known all over the world and its significance is highly respected by all serious students of masonry. More this classic 1925 text includes nineteen chapters on a broad range of topics.
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. The book contains the marks of 175 members of menotomy royal arch. This is explained clearly in leo zanellis recent pragmatic masonic history. The system of freemasonry known as the york rite derives its name from a legendary assembly of masons in york, england in the year 926, long before the formation of the grand lodge of england, and possibly the first general assembly of masons ever held. This body is modeled on the historical knights templar to carry on the spirit of their organization. The york rite degrees of freemasonry consist of several branches including the royal arch, cryptic rite and knights templar. Amazon might want to do reprints as if they were available more would want. New listing kjv holy bible master reference red letter edition masonic heirloom 1964. Unfortunately, many of the books are historically worthless and are no more than entertaining fiction. What is the difference between york rite and scottish rite in. 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. The journey of the first degree everything you need to learn as new entered apprentice mason duration. The orders of the commandery complete the rite in what some claim to be the most impressive facet of.
The york rite is one of several masonic organizations or paths a master mason may choose to join in. 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. Dont waste your money on cheap reproductions of famous masonic books when you can download them here for free. Mb660 york rite of freemasonry history and handbook for all york rite bodies by speidel, frederick softcover, 5. The york rite is one of several masonic organizations or paths a master mason may choose to join in their efforts to further their knowledge of freemasonry. Holy bible masonic edition 1957 freemasons bethlehem lodge no. Freemasons are encouraged to join the holy royal arch, which is linked to mark masonry in scotland and ireland, but completely separate in england. Remarks on some masonic book plates by pope in 1908.
By laws of mary commandery, masonic knights templar. This video, created by the freemasons of indiana explains the degrees in intricate detail. Morals and dogma of the ancient and accepted scottish rite of freemasonry order of. Sep 04, 2016 the history of the high degrees of the york rite by brother brent morris. The history of the high degrees of the york rite by brother brent morris. The history of the symbolism of freemasonry, the ancient and accepted scottish rite, and the royal order of scotland, new york etc. The york rite sometimes referred to as the american rite, 1 2 3 since it is unknown in york, england is one of several rites of freemasonry.
Spread by the advance of the british empire, freemasonry remains most popular in the british isles and in other countries originally within the empire. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The history of york rite masonry today, york rite masonry is made up of three distinct bodies. A comprehensive view of freemasonry, henry wilson coil, macoy publishing, 1954. The organization of the king david supreme council grew out of the conferring in philadelphia 1850 of the 33rd degree by count desaint laurent also, larine of the supreme council of france and the grand commander of the council of spain on david leary, the first black inspectorgeneral of the prince hall scottish rite. For the master mason, perhaps the best place to begin is by seeking membership in the scottish rite or the york rite, or preferably both. Lot of 7 masonic mason freemason freemasonry lodge ritual master books etc. Freemasonry, the teachings and practices of the secret fraternal order of free and accepted masons, the largest worldwide secret society. The york rite, which expanded greatly after the american civil war developed a more military style while m. The york rite is an appendant body is made up of three different basic groups. Apr 01, 2010 the york rite degrees of freemasonry consist of several branches including the royal arch, cryptic rite and knights templar. Grand encampment of knights templar, 1989 78 pages. See more ideas about knights templar, freemasonry and freemason.
Does the york rite, which is said to be the christian version of freemasonry, contain the same proluciferian symbolism. You must already be a master mason before you can join the york rite. The scottish rite ritual monitor and guide 78 tain prisoners. This page is currently inactive and is retained for historical reference. 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. An introduction to the york rite of freemasonry youtube. The royal and select masters degrees are some of the most impressive in freemasonry. The york rite specifically is a collection of separate masonic bodies and. The york rite or american rite is one of several rites of freemasonry. Today, it refers to three cooperative groups that confer to 10 degrees in the united states. History of the high degrees of the york rite video.
The book is out of print and for new york right people like me it answers questions. Early american lodges operated in a similar manner until the establishment of the general grand chapter of royal arch masons. The york rite offers additional degrees to freemasons. In this exploration of the york rite and the scottish rite in freemasonry, a us perspective will be assumed.
Whether it is a given as a gift for the new initiate or purchased as a working tool for those members working in the degree presentations, this handbook offers members a permanent record of their work in the various bodies. This extremely interesting and rare work, translated from the original french edition published in parts between 1763 and 1766, was the first printed text of the catechisms of high degree freemasonry, some of which later became part of the scottish. However, in america the intergrand lodge politics of eng1and had. The york rite sometimes referred to as the american rite, since it is unknown in york, england is one of several rites of freemasonry. Prince hall freemasonry hiram abiff organization of freemasonry masonic lodge masonic lodge officers grand lodge masonic landmarks square and compasses research lodge freemasonry and women elizabeth aldworth co freemasonry masonic bodies masonic bodies ancient arabic order of the nobles of the mystic shrine york rite royal arch masonry cryptic. The books is an astonishing look into scotch and york rite in louisiana. Unfortunately, the history of this apron has been lost and we do not know. Oklahoma york rites books and publications spotlight. Crescent temple shriners mason history book 1954 trenton new jersey. This book offers a simplified overview of the york rite of freemasonry and is a personal record book for members. A history of the cryptic rite of freemasonry in oklahoma is a thorough survey of the early history of cryptic masonry in indian territory and oklahoma, which is a unique and fascinating subject. The masonic history company, c190506, by albert gallatin mackey, william james hughan, and william r. The capitular masonry education course is designed to educate royal arch masons, particularly those who are members of the american or york rite, in the history and symbolism of the mark and royal arch tradition.
History of freemasonry history of freemasonry masonic manuscripts ahiman rezon regular masonic jurisdictions lodge mother kilwinning united grand lodge of england prince hall freemasonry. York rite masons prince hall affiliated of jacksonville north carolina inc. The oldest and perhaps the purest form of ancient craft masonry takes its name from the city of york, in the north of england. May 08, 2019 in this exploration of the york rite and the scottish rite in freemasonry, a us perspective will be assumed. As both a york rite mason, and i am a past presiding officer in all the york rite bodies and a k. In america, the york rite, with a similar range, administers three orders of masonry, namely the royal arch, cryptic masonry, and knights templar. Knight york cross of honour, and a scottish rite mason, 33rd degree and a board member of the scottish rite research society, i have to correct some of the things that have been said here. History of the rite scottish rite of freemasonry, s.
We just briefly covered the scottish rite branch of freemasonry, but what about the york rite. The york rite of freemasonry a history and handbook. York rite royal arch masonry cryptic masonry knights templar. See more ideas about royal arch masons, masonic, masonic symbols. There are four royal arch degrees, three cryptic mason degrees, and three chivalric orders. Cornerstone publishers online bookstore for masonic books, scottish rite. Dec 08, 2017 york rite freemasonry explained like our page for more educational videos bricks masons. The york rite in freemasonry actually refers to three cooperative groups that confer a total of ten degrees in the united states. Freemasonry and politics in eighteenth century europe, margaret jacob, oxford university press. A collection of old masonic books, periodicals, and lectures. It continued to appear in engraved lists of lodges, like that seen above, until 1736. Pocket reference for the york rite york rite of freemasonry.
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