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A Rite, within the context of Freemasonry, refers to a comprehensive system of degrees that hold the capability to initiate and advance a newcomer through various stages of Masonic knowledge and experience. In some cases, a Master Mason can be invited to join a different rite after having reached Mastery to further his knowledge. For a system of Masonic degrees to be named rite, it must encompass the first three blue lodge craft degrees, either as degrees within the rite or as a prerequisite for joining the rite. In essence, a Masonic rite occupies a central position in the trajectory of a Mason's journey, serving as the vehicle through which Masonic teachings and lessons are imparted.

Authority and Control

Except for rare exceptions, Masonic rites are most of the time under the control of Grand Lodges for the first three degrees then under the control of a concordant body for any upper degrees.

The most practiced rite in the world from the Entered Apprentice degree is the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.

Masonic rites

Over time, a number of different Masonic degree systems have been developed, some of which are still in use, and others which have now ceased to exist. In his 1861 book "Tuileur Général De La Francmaçonnerie Ou Manuel De L'initié", Jean-Marie Ragon lists 52 Masonic Rites and over 1400 degrees.

Currently Practiced Masonic Rites

Historical Rites that are believed to No Longer be Practiced

Masonic Orders

Masonic Academies

Diffusion of Rites (Blue Lodge level)

Europe

France

Italy

North America

United States

Color Key:

• Red background indicates Single Ritual Jurisdiction
• Green background indicates Multiple Ritual Jurisdiction

Notes:

• All jurisdictions allow AASR and York Rite as upper degrees after the Blue Lodge level
• The Pennsylvania Rite is a unique variation of the Ancient Ritual
• The District of Columbia has the most diverse selection of approved rituals
• Special dispensations may exist in certain jurisdictions for specific lodges

Masonic Rite Origins

A key feature that distinguishes these rites is their relationship with the blue lodge degrees. Some rites incorporate these degrees directly, while others require them as prerequisites. The diversity of rites reflects the rich historical development of Freemasonry across different cultures and regions.

Authority and Control

Most Masonic rites operate under a dual control structure:

• First three degrees are typically under the control of Grand Lodges
• Upper degrees are usually managed by concordant bodies

See also

• Scottish Rite
• Chamber of Reflection
• Grand College of Rites
• Ancient and Primitive Rite
• French Rite
• National Mexican Rite
• Rectified Scottish Rite
• Rite of Baldwyn
• Ancient and Primitive Rite
• Masonic myths

References

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Fraternal organisations with origins in the United Kingdom in the 18th century, sorted by bodies, lodges, locations and rites
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Anglo-American Freemasonry	Eurasia British Isles United Grand Lodge of England Grand Lodge of Scotland Grand Lodge of Ireland Swedish Rite Swedish Order of Freemasons Danish Order of Freemasons Icelandic Order of Freemasons Norwegian Order of Freemasons Grand Lodge of Spain Grand Landlodge of the Freemasons of Germany Armenia Belgium Cyprus Czech Republic Finland France India Germany Italy Regular Grand Lodge Grand Orient Luxembourg North Macedonia Malta Netherlands Philippines Portugal Romania Russia Switzerland Turkey Australia and New Zealand United Grand Lodge of New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory Grand Lodge of New Zealand Americas United States Alabama California Connecticut Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nebraska New Jersey New Mexico New York North Dakota Ohio Pennsylvania Tennessee Texas Virginia West Virginia Wisconsin African-American Prince Hall Freemasonry Canada Manitoba Newfoundland and Labrador Ontario Latin America Brazil Chile Costa Rica Dominican Republic Mexico Venezuela
Continental Freemasonry and Co-Freemasonry, including CLIPSAS	Eurasia Le Droit Humain (several countries) Belgium Grand Orient Female Grand Lodge Grand Lodge Denmark Spain Catalonia France Grand Orient Mixed Grand Lodge Greece Ibérico Italy Grand Orient of Italy Grand Lodge Female Grand Lodge Malta Poland Portugal Romania Turkey Americas Universal Co-Masonry Venezuela United States Canada Mexico
Appendant Orders	Non-Denominational Allied Masonic Degrees Grand College of Rites Holy Royal Arch (Anglo-European) Royal Arch Masonry (American) Order of Athelstan Order of Knight Masons Order of Mark Master Masons Order of the Scarlet Cord Order of the Secret Monitor Order of Royal and Select Masters (Anglo-European) Cryptic Masonry (American) Royal Ark Mariners Shriners Christian Only Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests Knights of the York Cross of Honour Knights Templar Masonic Order of the Bath Order of Saint Thomas of Acon Red Cross of Constantine Reformed and Rectified Rite Royal Order of Scotland S.R.I.A. Royal Order of Eri Societas Rosicruciana Sovereign Order of Knights Preceptor York Rite Sovereign College Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite USA Northern Jurisdiction Southern Jurisdiction Supreme Council of Louisiana
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