What is an Entered Apprentice?

The Entered Apprentice is entrusted with secrets of the Masonic Order, which are all moral and ethical in nature, and is expected to honor them in accordance with Masonic law. Once a candidate completes the Entered Apprentice degree, he takes his first step as a Freemason and enjoys the title of “Brother.”

What is the 1st degree in Freemasonry?

This is a candidate’s first experience with the ceremonies of the Fraternity, and like all Masonic ceremonies, it is a solemn and meaningful event. Once a candidate completes the Entered Apprentice ceremony, he takes his first step as a Freemason and enjoys the title of “Brother.”

What are the 3 degrees to be a Freemason?

Symbolically, the three Degrees represent the three stages of human development: Youth, manhood, and maturity or old age. These are not educational Degrees, and no dissertation is required.

How do Freemasons identify each other?

The secrets of Freemasonry are the various modes of recognition – grips (handshakes), passwords and signs (hand gestures) that indicate one is a Freemason.

Is there a 33rd degree Mason?

A Rite is a progressive series of degrees conferred by various Masonic organizations or bodies, each of which operates under the control of its own central authority. In the Scottish Rite the central authority is called a Supreme Council….Albert Pike.

What is the highest Masonic degree?

Although in the craft of Freemasonry there is no degree considered higher than that of a Master Mason, the degrees of 32° Freemasonry enrich and expand the teachings of the Symbolic Lodge. As a 32° Freemason you will, indeed, find an untold wealth of knowledge. You will learn more about Masonry.

What is a 7th degree Mason?

7th Degree: Provost & Judge. We learn that impartial justice protects person, property, happiness and reputation. We are instructed to judge with patience and impartially.