Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor

by Malcom C. Duncan

This book presents details of Masonic initiation rituals, along with grips, passwords and regalia. Written in the 19th century, Duncan's Ritual, as it is known, has been republished numerous times. It includes the three basic degrees of the Ancient York Rite, and four additional advanced degrees. There are over a hundred illustrations, all reproduced here, which show important details of the rituals, including gestures and symbolic pictures. Duncan's Ritual is careful to note known variations where they exist. This book will be of interest to beginning Masons who want a roadmap of the craft, as well as experienced Masons who need a review.--J.B. Hare

226 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 27, 2009

Reviews

[Christopher Angulo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very thorough. Insightful from an LDS perspective, and provides a context, or a possible backstory for some of its temple practices. This book simultaneously made me more deeply appreciate free masonry, current LDS temple practices, and strengthened my resolve to be a better, more charitable human being.

[Jeremiah Hopkins · Rating 1 out of 5]

Freemasonry, as a whole, has been a consistent study of mine. Its hand in history and ties to Christianity mark it as a topic that I've wanted to make myself familiar with, so that I may learn and understand differing viewpoints. This book divulges many Masonic codes, secret handshakes (yes, those do exist), rituals, philosophies, and ceremonies that signify one's progression through the ranks of the lodge. Overall, it outlines many facets of Masonic thought, and while I cannot mark it as a Jesus centered belief system, it makes for a revealing read.

“…the eye should not see until the heart is
conceived…”

7.3/10