Ritual Of The Royal And Select Masters (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161374698)

""Ritual of the Royal and Select Masters"" is a comprehensive guide to the ceremonies and rituals of the Royal and Select Master degree, a branch of Freemasonry. The book is written by the General Grand Council, a governing body that oversees the practice of the degree in the United States and Canada. The book begins with an introduction to the history and significance of the Royal and Select Master degree, including its origins in the medieval stonemasons' guilds and its connections to biblical stories and legends. The bulk of the book is devoted to a detailed description of the degree's rituals, including the opening and closing ceremonies, the reception of new members, and the various degrees and orders within the Royal and Select Masters. The rituals are presented in a clear and accessible manner, with detailed instructions for the various roles and responsibilities of the participants. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the various ceremonies and movements. In addition to the rituals themselves, the book also includes supplementary material such as prayers, hymns, and historical background information on the degree. Overall, ""Ritual of the Royal and Select Masters"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of Freemasonry, particularly the Royal and Select Master degree.1900. A book from the Ritual Committee on the first ritual. Found within are diagrams, floor work, dress guidelines, paraphernalia, and discussions held at the first ritual.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: General Grand Council
ISBN-10: 1161374698
ISBN-13: 9781161374698
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 98
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.86lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d