"The Ship, when considered by thoughtful members of The Mystical Court, is a complex subject. All too often we read, learn and recite ritual without seeking to truly understand the meaning of the words and phrases we use. Too much time cannot be spent in studying the passages we are to recite to a … Continue reading THE TONGUE OF GOOD REPORT
Month: December 2016
Temperance: Leadership
Temperance Researched Author By: Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC Temperance As defined in Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary, to Moderate ; be moderate Moderation in action, thought and feeling. Habitual moderation in the indulgence of the appetite or passions. Temperance: The most important virtues in The Mystical Court are:- Prudence, Temperance. Fortitude and Justice “The first to … Continue reading Temperance: Leadership
THE PERSONAL JOURNEY
The Personal Spiritual Journey. You must do the travelling yourself. In the supplication the words” that you may the better unfold” are significant. Indeed, you are told that the initiation ceremony is but the foundation on which you must build your own superstructure perfect in its parts and honourable to the shipwright. You are qualified by … Continue reading THE PERSONAL JOURNEY
CRADLE AND THE COURT
CRADLE AND THE COURT BY: Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC Once again we are brought nearer to the day of all the year that is the best - Christmas Day, with its gentleness, its joy and its good will. We have National Holidays of deep historic meaning and beauty; but Christmas is a … Continue reading CRADLE AND THE COURT
Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:7
VERSE 7: "Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was; and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it." This last portion of the Mystical Court degree verse refers to "ashes to ashes, dust to dust", which are still the words voiced when we inter (bury) the dead. While this Master … Continue reading Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:7
THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
The partridge in a pear tree was Jesus Christ. Two turtle Doves were the Old Testament and New Testaments. Three French Hens stood for Faith, Hope & Love. The four calling birds were the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke & John. The five golden rings recalled the Torah or Law, (Pentateuch) the first five … Continue reading THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
A COURSE IN HUMAN RELATIONS
A SHORT COURSE IN HUMAN RELATIONS The six most important words : “ I admit I made a mistake “ The five most important words: “ You did a fine job” The four most important words: “ What … Continue reading A COURSE IN HUMAN RELATIONS
Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:6
VERSE 6: "Or ever the silver chord be loosed, or the golden bowl be broken." The loosed silver cord is believed to denote the spinal column and therefore the physical infirmities (stooped back) of age. The golden bowl is believed to denote the brain and the gradual decline of mental powers, which in dotage is … Continue reading Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:6
Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:5
VERSE 5: "When they shall be afraid of that which is high, and fears shall be in the way." Elderly people become unfamiliar with the speed of which the world changes. Also, as we become older, our reflex speed decreases and things that we once tackled with abandon; we are now more cautious to attempt. … Continue reading Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:5
THE GAVEL
COMPLIED BY: Sir Godfrey Gregg The Gavel is a symbol of authority within The Mystical Court. To disobey the sound of the gavel is to be disrespectful to the authority of the Supreme Grand Commanding Officer and could be discipline do under the rules of the Court. So, naturally, the Gavel is an emblem of … Continue reading THE GAVEL
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