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Can non Mason read morals and dogma?
Although Morals and Dogma is an esoteric book, it was not a secret one; Pike’s original preface was clear that any Mason could own the book, but only Scottish Rite Masons would be encouraged to own one.
What is the purpose of morals and dogma?
Morals and Dogma has been described as “a collection of thirty-two essays which provide a philosophical rationale for the degrees (membership levels) of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. The lectures provided a backdrop for the degrees by giving lessons in comparative religion, history, and philosophy.”
What are the morals of Freemasonry?
The morality of Freemasonry requires Masons to deal justly with others, not to defraud, cheat or wrong them of their just dues and rights. A Mason is therefore particularly bound never to act against the dictates of his conscience.
Who wrote Morals and Dogma?
Albert PikeMorals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry / Author
Albert Pike Morals and Dogma has been described as “a collection of thirty-two essays which provide a philosophical rationale for the degrees (membership levels) of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.
When did Albert Pike write morals and dogma?
1871
Pike is best known for his major work, “Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry”, originally published in 1871. “Morals and Dogma’ was traditionally given to the candidate upon his receipt of the 14th degree of the Scottish Rite.
How long is morals and dogma?
This book only contained 820 pages. Yet it was ‘advertised’ to be the original book by Albert Pike that contained ‘861’ pages.
What are the three principles of Freemasonry?
Our ceremonies are based around three principles that are still taught in our ceremonies today: look after those less fortunate, improve yourself and live life well so as to be remembered for the right reasons.
What year did Morals and Dogma come out?
1871Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry / Originally published
Pike is best known for his major work, “Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry”, originally published in 1871.
When was Morals and Dogma written?
When did Albert Pike join the Scottish Rite?
1840
Pike’s interest in various ancient languages eventually led him to discover the order of the Freemasons, which he joined in 1840 and eventually gained the status of Sovereign Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite’s Southern Jurisdiction as a 33rd level Freemason.
Was Albert Pike a 33 degree Mason?
Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry,Charleston 1871, Albert Pike was a 33 Degree Scottish Rite MORALS and DOGMA by Albert Pike – Index
What is the purpose of morals and dogma by Lord Pike?
Walter Lee Brown writes that Pike “intended it [Morals and Dogma] to be a supplement to that great ‘connected system of moral, religious and philosophical instruction’ that he had developed in his revision of the Scottish ritual.” Morals and Dogmawas traditionally given to the candidate upon his receipt of the 14th degree of the Scottish Rite.
What is the Lodge of morals and dogma?
In Morals and Dogma, the satanic nature of the Lodge is meticulously laid out. Pike asserts that the Lodge’s rituals are based strictly on Judaism’s occultic Kabbalah.
Who is the Grand Commander of Freemasonry?
Back home in South Carolina, Pike was chosen to become the top Mason in America as Sovereign Grand Commander of Scottish Rite Freemasonry. Pike, an academic and a poet (He wrote the famous song, Dixie), rewrote the 33 degree rituals still used up to this day.