Here are the 52 virtues that have inspired the 52 Virtues Project. They are taken from "The Virtues Project Educator's Guide: Simple Ways to Create a Culture of Character" assertiveness caring cleanliness commitment compassion confidence consideration cooperation courage courtesy creativity detachment determination diligence enthusiasm excellence flexibility forgiveness friendliness generosity gentleness helpfulness honesty honor humility idealism integrity … Continue reading 52 VIRTUES
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THE VIRTUES
The Virtues Virtue Definition (Merriam-Webster) Complements Transcends Acceptance The act of accepting something or someone Contentment, Forgiveness Denial, Rejection Assertiveness Disposed to or characterized by bold or confident statements and behavior Confidence, Courage Self-doubt, Shyness Authenticity True to one’s own personality, spirit, or character Honesty, Integrity Low self-esteem Beauty The qualities in a person or … Continue reading THE VIRTUES
WHAT ARE VIRTUES?
Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC What are Virtues? Kindness. Honesty. Service. Virtues are the essence of our character and when we keep the practice of virtues at the heart of everyday life, we live with purpose. Virtue, by definition, is the moral excellence of a person. A morally excellent person has a character made-up of virtues valued … Continue reading WHAT ARE VIRTUES?
THE SEVEN CARDINAL VIRTUES
Researched Author and writer Sir Godfrey Gregg OHPM, ROMC As members of The Mystical Court, we are taught the respective lectures of the three degrees, wherein we are again re-acquainted with the Cardinal Virtues and which, we are taught are the formula to govern the conduct of every Mystical member. Fortitude, Temperance, Prudence, and Justice … Continue reading THE SEVEN CARDINAL VIRTUES
THE VIRTUOUS LIFE OF JUSTICE
Sir Godfrey Gregg “JUSTICE. Wrong none by doing injuries, or omitting the benefits that are your duty.” The man is a social animal. Every day we interact with people in different capacities and relationships. In order to ensure that these interactions go smoothly, human beings have developed rights and obligations that each individual and community … Continue reading THE VIRTUOUS LIFE OF JUSTICE
MEANING OF THE SQUARE AND COMPASS
Researched and written by Sir Godfrey Gregg ROMC, OHPM What Do The “Square and Compass” Symbol Really Stand For? The Mystical Square and Compass… Very well known, but very poorly understood, even by scholars. What secrets does it hold? What mysteries does it enshrine? The answer is, the Mystical Square and Compass relates a powerful … Continue reading MEANING OF THE SQUARE AND COMPASS
THE SWORD OF THE MYSTICAL COURT
The idea of The Mystical Court is a combination of truth, honour, valor, courage, courtesy, loyalty, kindness, purity, humility and compassion. All of these components come together to form the idea of The Mystical Court, just as different metals are forged together to create a fine sword. I wish to refer to the Order … Continue reading THE SWORD OF THE MYSTICAL COURT
IMPORTANCE OF THE MYSTICAL COURT
The Mystical Court's importance to the evolution of Western Civilization will always be argued about by critics. Some have referred to it as The most glorious institution that the founder himself ever devised and The splendid institution which threw its luster over so many ages of gloom and anarchy. There are other critics who condemned … Continue reading IMPORTANCE OF THE MYSTICAL COURT
THOUGHTS ON THE MYSTICAL COURT KNIGHTHOOD
Just a few Mystical Court Thoughts, to start your day. This world is an uncertain realm, filled with danger. Where Honour is constantly undermined by the Powers of Evil. Where Freedom is sacrificed, when the weak are oppressed by the strong. But there are those who oppose these powerful forces. Who have dedicated their lives … Continue reading THOUGHTS ON THE MYSTICAL COURT KNIGHTHOOD
THE FOUR CARDINAL VIRTUES
THE FOUR CARDINAL VIRTUES In the Entered Mystical Officer's Degree, the new brother/sister is introduced to the Four Cardinal Virtues during the close of the explanatory lecture. These virtues are Temperance, Fortitude, Prudence, and Justice and are very briefly explained to the new Entered Mystical Officer. Unfortunately, these virtues have no connection to the rite … Continue reading THE FOUR CARDINAL VIRTUES
THE MYSTICAL COURT 