Albert Pike, 33, Sovereign Grand Commander (1859-91),The Liturgy is the "manual" or "monitor" of the Scottish Rite Degrees of Freemasonry.Each chapter of this book includes a depiction of the Degree's regalia, as well as a description of the Lodge, Chapter or Council, with its furniture, decorations, the officers, titles, etc., needed to confer the Scottish Rite Degrees.This volume covers the rituals and symbolism of the first three Degrees (EA - FC), which comprise the Blue House. It includes extracts from the rituals and ceremonies, as well as the lectures for the Degrees, and an explanation in full of the symbolism on display for the newly made and longtime Mason alike.

Albert Pike, 33, Sovereign Grand Commander (1859-91),The Liturgy is the "manual" or "monitor" of the Scottish Rite Degrees of Freemasonry.Each chapter of this book includes a depiction of the Degree's regalia, as well as a description of the Lodge, Chapter or Council, with its furniture, decorations, the officers, titles, etc., needed to confer the Scottish Rite Degrees.This volume covers the rituals and symbolism of the 4th through 14th Degrees, which comprise the Lodge of Perfection of the Scottish Rite, which comprise the Blue House. It includes extracts from the rituals and ceremonies, as well as the lectures for the Degrees, and an explanation in full of the symbolism on display for the newly made and longtime Mason alike.

No Scottish Rite Mason can truly claim his title without an understanding of the philosophy, religious examinations and ethics as offered in the degrees the Chapter Rose Croix. This classic study by Albert Pike, taken from his Morals and Dogma, along with the historical background by Albert Mackey makes this work required reading for all sincere Scottish Rite Masons. Part of the Cornerstone Scottish Rite Education Series.

An experienced Freemason and award-winning psychologist provides a precise and engaging exploration of the core meaning and practices of Freemasonry for the new generation of people interested in joining the order, and those who are simply curious in the wake of recent media coverage. Entertaining books and movies often depict Freemasonry as a shadowy, mysterious, and possibly sinister organization, and the TV and magazine specials on Freemasonry that inevitably follow often leave us with more questions than answers. Mark E. Koltko-Rivera, a practicing thirty-second-degree Mason, has created a simple, authoritative, and easy-to-understand introduction to the history, rites, and meaning of Freemasonry. It may be the single most reliable short guide to Masonry, written by a widely recognized psychologist and scholar of esoteric history. Koltko-Rivera's trustworthy handbook explores all the basic issues around Masonry, like: *What is Freemasonry, and what is its history? *How does one become a Freemason? *What are some of the most important Masonic symbols? *What do Masons get from their involvement in Freemasonry? What changes does it make in their inner and outer lives? *What is it like to participate in the initiatory rituals of Freemasonry? *What are some of the great historical controversies and myths surrounding Freemasonry? *How is Masonry relevant today?