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
Author: HH, Patriarch Sir Godfrey Gregg D.Div
HH, Patriarch Sir Godfrey Gregg, Administrators and managing director of this site www.mysticalorderinc.org.
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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
Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:4
VERSE 4: "And the doors shall be shut in the streets" refers to no longer being able to hear the noisiness of life due to deafness. "and he shall rise up at the voice of the bird," refers to aged people being unable to sleep and arising early. "and all the daughters of musick shall be … Continue reading Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:4
SEEKING AFTER TRUTH
Let me open by saying that "bad" publicity is still publicity and that any seed when planted has the "potential" to grow. I didn't grow up around or in The Mystical Court and as far as I know none of my relatives are members. So, as you can see, my knowledge of The Mystical Court … Continue reading SEEKING AFTER TRUTH
EVIL EYE PROTECTION
EVIL EYE PROTECTION Researched Author: Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC There are two main possible sources of what the old tradition recognizes as the evil eye. An evil eye is a condition that hampers a person’s spirit and stands in the way of his achievements and development in practically all walks of life. It can … Continue reading EVIL EYE PROTECTION
Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:3
VERSE 3: AGE ....Supreme Grand Commanding Officer "In the day when the keepers of the house shall tremble", refers to no longer being able to take care of yourself. "and the strong men shall bow themselves" refers to the body's degeneration process and the inability to physically walk without stooping. "and the grinders cease because they are few," refers to … Continue reading Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12:3
ASHLAR
My Ashlar O, Master Builder, here I bring This ashlar as my offering- This block entrusted to my care- O, try it by thy faultless square. Prove Thou the stone which I have brought, Judge Thou the task my hands have wrought- My hands unskilled! Ah, much I fear Their work imperfect shall appear. See, … Continue reading ASHLAR
NEGATIVE ENERGY
HOW TO CLEANSE YOURSELF FROM NEGATIVE ENERGY Negative energies can come from many sources but their effect is always the same – they dampen our spirits, chisel at our health and deter our success in life. They can destroy relationships and cause severe disruption in our lives and our health. They range from mild but … Continue reading NEGATIVE ENERGY
