Masonic Rite
In Freemasonry, 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. In many cases, such as the York Rite, it can be a collection of separate Masonic organizations that would otherwise operate independently. Masonic degree systems frequently belong to the appendant bodies of Freemasonry that a Master Mason may join after the degrees of the Blue Lodge. Masonic degree systems Over time, a number of different Masonic degree systems have been developed, some of which are still in use, and others which have now ceased to exist. Known Masonic degree systems include: * Adonhiramite Rite * Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite * Ancient and Primitive Rite * Brazillian Rite * French Rite * National Mexican Rite * Primitive Scottish Rite * Rectified Scottish Rite * Rite Français Moderne Rétabli * Rite of Adoption * Rite of Baldwyn * Rite of Memphis * Rite of M ...
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