Way of the Hermit

Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com . This episode delves into the symbolic and moral teachings of the 6th Degree - "Intimate Secretary" in the Scottish Rite system. It's story revolves around the characters King Solomon, King Hiram, and Zabud. The key themes of this degree are: peacemaking, disinterested b...

Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com . In this episode, the virtues of industry and honesty are explored through the lens of the Perfect Master degree, with a particular emphasis on moral conduct in both personal and business matters. The symbolism of bees is used to underscore the importance of staying busy and avoiding i...

Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com . In the "Way of the Hermit" podcast episode, the Scottish Rite Degree System is dissected, revealing its structure of four bodies, each with distinct themes and teachings. The first body, "The Lodge of Perfection," is discussed, focusing on the 4th through the 14th...

Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com . In this podcast, the significance of symbols in religious expression is explored, with the assertion that all language is symbolic and that the true objects of religion are unseen. The discussion acknowledges that symbols are often confused with the things they represent, and it is su...

Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com . In the episode, the symbolism inherent in the Fellowcraft Degree of Freemasonry is delved into, with a particular emphasis on the nature of symbolism itself. It is highlighted that symbols serve as a bridge to the unconscious mind, offering problems for contemplation rather than expli...

Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com . In the podcast episode, the moral lessons of the "Entered Apprentice" degree are explored, emphasizing that Freemasonry is not a religion but a system of morality and philosophy. It is highlighted that Masonry requires a belief in a higher power, and prayer is discussed as a...

Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com . This is the first episode of a series in which we discuss the 32 degrees of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry.  This episode provides an introduction to the Blue Lodge of Freemasonry, the Scottish Rite and the author of "Morals and Dogma",  Albert Pike. I...