The Porch and the Middle Chamber: Book of the Lodge

by Albert Pike

The Porch and the Middle BOOK OF THE LODGE is a book written by Albert Pike, a prominent figure in the history of Freemasonry. The book is a comprehensive guide to the rituals and practices of the Masonic Lodge, providing an in-depth exploration of the symbolism and meaning behind the various degrees of initiation. The title of the book refers to two key areas within the the Porch, which represents the outer entrance and the first degree of initiation, and the Middle Chamber, which represents the inner sanctum and the higher degrees of initiation. Pike's writing is highly regarded within the Masonic community, and this book is considered a classic text on the subject. It is an essential resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Freemasonry and its traditions.If you're a Thirty-second Degree Mason you may THINK that you've received all the Scottish Rite degrees, but chances are you haven't. Why? Unknown to most people, Albert Pike also wrote Scottish Rite rituals for the three Blue Lodge Degrees. In Pike's words, these Scottish Rite Blue Lodge rituals were �������to be studied and understood before investiture with the fourth degree. For, without it, the system of that Rite is incomplete, and even like a fabric without foundation.������� This rare reprint includes the, openings, closings and rituals of the Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason degrees according to the Pike workings of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. More importantly it contains the complete SECRET WORK. These rituals are MUCH MORE ESOTERIC and differ significantly from the Webb-form (York Rite) Blue Lodge rituals commonly used in the United States, and the book has several interesting illustrations (including Hiram's jewel�������a talisman!). Also included is the �������Table Lodge������� ceremony. Highly recommended. Very scarce!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Genres: Occult

404 pages, Paperback

First published January 5, 1993

Reviews

[Brian Reagan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I will say this--Ancient Free and Accepted Masonry, as it is currently taught, is an empty shell compared to what is contained in these three degrees of the AASR. I have learned more in reading the first three degrees as they are recorded here than in a dozen reunions of the Scottish Rite, and after having received all the degrees of the York Rite through KT.
If you are a Mason, have been a Mason and were disappointed, or have ever wondered about Pike's cryptic words in the 4th degree Lecture in Morals & Dogma, it is because he was referring to that Smith Webb and American/York Masonry that is practiced in the majority of the US. You owe it to yourself to at least read this text to understand why Masonry used to mean something long ago, and why now it is not even a decent social networking club.