What are the four Scottish Rite Bodies?
John Castro
Published Mar 11, 2026
What are the four Scottish Rite Bodies?
Scottish Rite
- Grand Lodge.
- Masonic lodge.
- Masonic lodge officers.
- Grand Master.
- Prince Hall Freemasonry.
- Regular Masonic jurisdiction.
- Anglo-American Freemasonry.
- Continental Freemasonry.
What is the difference between Masons and Scottish Rite?
The Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite is an appendant body of Freemasonry and is considered entirely optional for Masons to join. The Scottish Rite is technically a concordant body because some of its degrees continue the story of the building of Solomon’s Temple that’s started in the first three lodge degrees.
Why is it called the Scottish Rite?
History of The Scottish Rite The first reference to the Rite appears in old French records where the word “Ecossais” (meaning Scottish) is found. During the 17th century, when the British Isles were torn by strife, many Scots fled to France and resumed their Masonic pursuits.
What do Scottish Rite believe?
It seeks to enrich the philosophy of the Symbolic Lodge in order to help good men become even better. A member of the Scottish Rite seeks to: Aid mankind’s search for identity and destiny in God’s universe. Produce wiser men in a wiser world, happier men in a happier world, and therefore better men in a better world.
What is a 14th degree Mason?
14° – Grand Elect Mason It is expressive of the deep spiritual roots of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite and of our constant endeavor to attain that perfection of character embodied in the concept of a loving Heavenly Father.
What is a fourth degree Mason?
4th Degree: Secret Master. Duty, reflection and study are the gateway to opportunity, as such one honors those relationships to God, family, country and Masonry. The apron of the 4th degree is white and black, with a letter “Z” and all-seeing eye.
What does Deus Meumque jus mean?
God and my right
Latin term or phrase: Deus meumque jus. English translation: God and my right.
Which finger do you wear a Masonic ring?
pinky finger
The pinky finger is mostly acceptable for wearing your ring and it becomes even more acceptable the further up in the tradition you advance. The symbol of the compass should be worn facing towards you only if you are a newer member because it shows you are taking the pledge to the tradition seriously.
What does a black Masonic ring mean?
Black Onyx is a stone of strength, discipline and self-control. Here you can explore some of our Silver and Gold Masonic rings.
