The Mystical Court calls irresistibly to those who hear it. It beckons like an echo from the past, calling us home. What is it that stirs our hearts? Inspiring words? The yearning of tribal leaders wanting to be king? Or is it the memory of heroic tales shared around the campfire, or recited at court … Continue reading THE SECRET TEACHINGS OF THE COURT
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THREE EXCELLENCIES OF CHARACTER (PART ONE)
Three Excellencies of Character Researched Author Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC The reference, of course, is to that portion of the Charge by the Vice Grand Commanding Officer in the Entered Commanding Officer Degree dealing with these specific excellencies. It is not my intention to provide the full content of that Charge, rather I would … Continue reading THREE EXCELLENCIES OF CHARACTER (PART ONE)
DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES
DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES The Mystical Court is a charitable, benevolent, educational, and religious organization. Its principles are proclaimed as widely as men will hear. Its only secrets are in its methods of recognition and of symbolic instruction. It is charitable, in that it is not organized for profit and none of its income inures to the … Continue reading DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES
THE 24 INCHES GAUGE
BY: Research Author Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC The first implement placed in the hands of a new apprentice, we are told, is the 24” Gauge, or as we should nowadays say, the two-foot rule: that common implement in the hip pocket of every working artisan. It’s purpose, we are taught is, to ascertain the … Continue reading THE 24 INCHES GAUGE
WHY A 60 DEGREES ANGLE?
Research Author Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC VGCO ( The Mystical Court ) Few Members of The Mystical Court have any definite idea as to why the compasses are opened upon the Volume of the Sacred Law (BIBLE) at an angle of 60 degrees. The explanation may be found in the fact that the equilateral … Continue reading WHY A 60 DEGREES ANGLE?
OBEDIENCE
Obedience Obedience Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary 1. (a) an act or instance of obeying (b) the quality or state of being obedient. Obedience: Submission to the constituted authorities, both in state and the Ship, is a quality inculcated upon all members of The Mystical Court. With respect to the State, Country, Nation or Island a member … Continue reading OBEDIENCE
THE TONGUE OF GOOD REPORT
"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
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 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
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