Many years ago I asked my father, a knowledgeable 32* Mason, how I should wear my Masonic ring. He looked at me quite sternly, letting me know that his answer was important. He said, simply “with honor”. That is my rule, passed down to me by my father. No other explanation is necessary.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great explanation
@josephkawalski12962 жыл бұрын
Beautiful memory. Thankyou for sharing brother.
@philshortt31392 жыл бұрын
With Honor is probably the best way!
@StephenJacksonRerumFontis2 жыл бұрын
I like that!
@b.pur99812 жыл бұрын
@@philshortt3139 absolutely it is!!
@jasonloree46762 жыл бұрын
The best explanation I have heard for the direction of the ring is to signify whether you are "Spreading Light" or " Receiving Light". In the Lodge I wear my ring with the points toward me, toward my heart and soul, receiving the light and teachings of the craft. Outside of the Lodge I wear it points away, as I am spreading my light and ways to those around me.
@AlexJMyers3310 ай бұрын
I was once told by a PM in group conversation ‘I wear my ring with the points facing me, because I’m a mason for myself and not anyone else.’ And that stuck with me.
@flatbush70bucktown437 ай бұрын
It definitely comes down to freedom of choice. When I wore the emblem I chose to position it ready to receive another brother. Like yourself, facing towards you is ok as well. That’s how “We All” saw it when our vision was granted.
@RealMenWearAprons10 ай бұрын
I'm a Master Mason from California. Firstly, I have been watching your channel for some time and I was very happy to hear you received the 33°. You have great content. My grandfather had a customized ring made for me after I was Raised. I wear it on my 4th finger of my right hand and the 'points in' whenever I am having personal conflicts, doubts, etc, in order to remind me of my charges as my 1st and 3rd Degrees had multitudinous, profound effects on me that drove me to tears (and slightly extended Degree nights. 😅) When I receive the final summons, it will go to my nephew.
@rowangi10 ай бұрын
Greetings from Finland. I recently received my 17th degree in Rose Croix. The journey has been amazing. I’ve grown so much in the past years. Your channel is awesome! My dream is to get to visit a lodge in USA some day! Nothing but blessings and love to my brothers beyond the great sea🌹
@unholypaimon2280 Жыл бұрын
I wear mine facing me when looking at the back of my hand, for two reasons: first, it reminds me of reception of the appropriate degrees related. Secondly, and old timer heard someone tell me I wore it upside down. He pointed at me and said, "No, you're wearing it right. Don't ever, EVER let someone tell you to wear it any other way!" He said it with such conviction that I never once questioned it further.
@davidvasquez51942 жыл бұрын
I was told that points facing down means you’re open for communication points facing up means you are closed for communication or somebody pass it onto you. (A close family member Passed away and left you the ring) I enjoyed your talk. And I did subscribe
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Thank you brother! Much appreciated.
@anotheroldman2211 ай бұрын
I agree with this , I was also instructed in this
@KUUKUCIBFORSON5 ай бұрын
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@BigErnie962 ай бұрын
That's how I was instructed as well
@brianpulling2992 жыл бұрын
I am in 100% agreement with you on this. When I need to work on myself and be reminded of my obligations, I wear it with the points toward me. This is not only to remind me of my obligations but also that I have Brothers who stand at the ready to help me. When I want to put my good feelings and thoughts out into the universe I wear it with the points out. This helps remind me of what and who I represent and that I want to spread light and good feelings to those I meet.
@ozabwoy9346 Жыл бұрын
Please help me join
@diegod7936 Жыл бұрын
So can u answer what it actually means to be a mason? And also what is with the speculation with this group and it’s supposed connection to dark things?
@KUUKUCIBFORSON5 ай бұрын
❤
@davesisler4158 Жыл бұрын
As a Past Master, my ring has the Square, Compasses, and Sextant. I wear mine with points out as it reminds me of how I viewed them while sitting in the East.
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
It’s a good a reason as any.
@videomaker417 ай бұрын
Thank you for the insight re wearing of the ring. I was taught points out to spread light or knowledge, points in seeking light or knowledge. I feel it is spot on with your explanation when I need, seek and when I'm full spread. I am 33 degree Master Mason and PM, also PDGM, just celebrated my 83rd trip around the Sun. Subscribed and joined
@keithspencer34974 ай бұрын
I just threw that ring in the trash and got an all seeing eye ring instead. 666 is an innocent number
@boblelonek23642 жыл бұрын
In the beginning, I wore my ring with the square and compasses facing me. Obviously, to remind me that I made a promise...actually, many promises. Not long after, when I was going out of my way to help others, it was important to me that others knew that I was a Freemason, and that (hopefully) they aren't just seeing me favoring them, but that we all act this way. Even when holding the door open for others, I consciously hold my right hand so that they can see that this is what WE do. Just recently, I decided to put my ring on without looking. Then, I look down and see my self-imposed mission for the day: Do I give extra effort to own conduct for the day, or more cheerfully aid and assist others?
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
SMIB Bro. /G\ thinking of you.
@MeMyHustleN-I Жыл бұрын
I haven't worn a ring in many years. My responsibility is ever etched in my heart. Many of my brothers no longer wear jewelry. Most often people simply ask me if I'm a brother. I think it is our light that begs the curiosity about some of us. Light and love to my brethren.
@markmadsen68286 ай бұрын
"I furthermore promise and swear".... (repeat if necessary)! Too much fun,, But I'll never forget...
@jvelezfam2 жыл бұрын
Just recieved my 32° Degree, Thank you for the insight. What I always heard from the our oldtimers was if you wear it down you are open for communication. Thank you and I subscribed.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Welcome Brother! Hope you’ll share our vids!
@kenrinear9239 Жыл бұрын
Hello Maynard. I came across your channel recently and subscribed. I am a Pennsylvania member, Past Master, Past Commander-In-Chief among my many offices, 33rd Degree and Order of the Purple Cross recipient. I am not a Masonic scholar, but I have done extensive research into our craft. As far as the wearing of the rings is concerned, I was told that the proper orientation for the Master Mason ring is with the points of the compasses to be facing the body as this was the position of the lights when we took our obligations. As a result, when I wear my rings, I do this for each one. I only wear my 33rd ring on a daily basis, 3rd finger of my left hand with the 33-numeral facing me. When I wear my 32nd Degree ring I wear it with the 32 towards my body and Yod facing out. When I wear my OPC ring, I wear it with the Y facing me. Just feel more comfortable doing this.
@madviking3017 Жыл бұрын
I was wondering if a PA Mason was going to answer. While in PA I wear mine as also taught (in PA) to have the tools pointing towards you to mind you of your and obligation as you took it. However, I live in PA and travel often, this only seems a staunch rule to PA brothers. I was raised under the United Hrand Lodges of Germany. We typically all wh were points out, so it's recognized. In the military lodges I've heard it's a matter of mood, look for light inward, or share light outward. I can say speaking of jewelry, I never see lodge membership bijou. To me that's odd, that represents your lodge. I also find it odd that white gloves aren't required by all in open lodge.
@bigfishguy307 Жыл бұрын
Behold, how good and wonderful is is for brethen to dwell together in unity... so glad i found this channel
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@almedahulse45272 жыл бұрын
Very insightful brother, not a ring guy either. Just received my ring today, I know in my heart my goals and promises. Thanks for the "decorative" explanation. Don't like to bring attention to myself, I do things secretly without others knowing how I am helping them so as to inspire self-worth in others.
@emillyyelen5169 Жыл бұрын
sure you do...
@panoskosmo Жыл бұрын
master mason from Greece, i am watching your videos Brother, we are also scottish rite lodge in Athens member, i am enjoying very much your speeches brother, keep giving light to our fans
@everettwhite98742 ай бұрын
It’s been about 30 years ago that I meet two Greek brothers. Our introduction was made when I noticed them wearing the S&C ring without any emblem in the center and both of them wore rings on the pinky (little) finger, points outward. My curiosity wasn’t because there was no emblem in the center, but because the S&C design was that of EA which isn’t usually seen in the USA. We had an interesting discussion only about rings though. One brother was in Thessaloniki and the other was in Rhodes. BTW, the points were worn outward.
@garyadels1 Жыл бұрын
The most interesting explanation I heard for the direction of wearing the ring is whether he is a PM or not, based on the view of the jewels on the Altar. Brethren who receive their degrees will view the S&C on the Altar as facing them, and should thus wear the ring with the S&C facing them. On becoming a Master of the Lodge, the Master in his Chair views the S&C on the Altar as facing away from him, and he should thus wear his ring with the S&C facing away from him. Your thoughts?
@dragonmaster9360 Жыл бұрын
Brother, that is what I was also taught. Having had the chance to travel to the US I discovered that among the various Brethren I met (BLUE) they had no such story. Until I saw your comment my best guess was that this was a Canadian tradition. However, unless you are also Canadian, it appears that theory is incorrect. 34 years a Mason and still learning daily! Travel True My Brothers.
@garyadels1 Жыл бұрын
@@dragonmaster9360 Here is another great video about how a Masonic ring should be worn. This is where I first heard about the Bro. Vs. PM explanation! Travel well, Bro. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gInJgqSKgcdmga8
@russ4723 Жыл бұрын
@@dragonmaster9360 Although I was told similar. As a Canadian past master myself, there are many traditions that are unique to countries. We would never allow head coverings (hats) or the reading of the 'work' in lodge. You are to treat the lodge as you would a church and remove head coverings. Also you are to memorize the 'work', not read it.
@scooterskin753 ай бұрын
I heard this exact explanation (I'm in TX) but only after I had been a member for 14yrs and was the current sitting WM of my lodge. I've always worn it points down, and especially now that I am a PM, but I thought that was a cool explanation and probably would have worn it differently for those beginning years had I known the concept. So mote it be!
@Syfysoldier4 ай бұрын
Here in the NMJ, we definitely have specific guidelines for the orientation and finger placement of the Scottish Rite rings.
@dougeverett7909 Жыл бұрын
Ive got to say the way we were taught to wear it in the south US was the points away from me. What matters more than any of this is the quality of the man wearing the ring
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
SMIB
@rodrigo_amaral Жыл бұрын
I loved the video, my brother. Greetings from the Free Masons of Brazil. ∴
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Thanks brother!!
@williamstephenjackson64202 жыл бұрын
Brother Maynard, thank you for addressing the question of the wearing of the rings. Exceedingly well done! 😀
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you watching!
@TattooedGaijin2 жыл бұрын
Greenbrier #42 here. Love the channel. I really need to get in the Rite and take the jump. I've been putting it off for years.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
We are ready for you Brother. You will enjoy it.
@johnclore62855 ай бұрын
Very good video. I am not a ring guy either but I do have my fathers rings he was in the Scottish Rite. I am 63 and was raised when I was 24. I gave his Masonic ring to my son who is a 5th Generation Mason. I joined the York Rite two years ago and I like to wear Masonic hats. I agree that decorational should be a word. I do have my dads 14th degree ring. My grandfather did get his 33rd degree. I have been a memeber and my wife of the Order of Amaranth since 1985 and just finished my year as Grand Royal Patron.
@JamesMcarthur-ck7kp23 күн бұрын
I was a 32 degree KCCH. I am a Past Master of my Lodge, a Past High Priest of my Chapter, a Past Illustrious Master of my Council , and a Past Commander of my Commandry of Knights Templar, also a Past Governor of my York Rite College, a KYCH and a member of the Red Cross of Constantine . Excellent video my brothet
@amycuskragge2054 Жыл бұрын
In Great Britain, gentlemen have worn signet rings with their crests or heraldic arms for centuries. A long standing, unwritten rule is to wear it on the left little finger with the picture facing towards you. Various explanations are given for that rule, but there seems some agreement that it was to seal hot wax while still on the finger. I have a signet ring and I can say that after I tried that maneuver I had to cut the wax off of my knuckle hair. Since operative Masons let in members of the gentry into their fold, I believe that the same signet ring tradition was followed with the Masonic ring. So, I answer the question of which finger and what side up this way, “Traditionally, little finger, left hand, facing towards you. Non-traditionally, any which way you’d like, there are no ring police around.”
@william1270_10 ай бұрын
My family is a mason and Eastern Star . My grandpa was 32° mason and Worthy patron is the star and my grandma was worthy matron in the star so was my mom and aunts . I love your videos. When my grandpa passed away I got/ received his mason rings. I will cherish them for the rest of my life. Thank you
@skyking45012 жыл бұрын
I am a 32 degree Scottish Rite Mason. Every bit of your counsel was solid. And i enjoyed it immensely!! Thank you.
@TheRealist2022 Жыл бұрын
How long did it take you to get from 3 to 32?
@daviej8180 Жыл бұрын
Ever been to kikwinning brother ?
@sargepent98154 ай бұрын
There are three rings I wear on occasion; a gold pinky ring that has a simple square a d compass, given to me by a brother that mentored me before he passed from lung cancer, my personally acquired silver past-master's ring I got for myself after my year of service to my Lodge ended, and my Royal Order of Scotland ring I wear on special occasions. I have a 32nd degree ring as well as a York Rite ring and my Shiners ring, but they stay in my safe. The only time I wear my Scottish Rite ring is at thw spring or fall reunion when we bring new members in.
@RiggingDoctor2 жыл бұрын
My thoughts on the points direction: Points down because when you hold your hand over your heart, it is then points towards your heart. I have noticed that brothers who wear the ring points up are also more outgoing/vocal and feel the constant need to be reminded of their obligation.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Like a personality indicator. Interesting idea!
@dfwjim2000 Жыл бұрын
Master Mason in Texas, 32 degree AASR here, enjoyed your video. At 9:00, very inciteful on how it changes from day to day, I never thought of it that way.
@b.pur99812 жыл бұрын
An old fella once told me that the ring is worn points up when outside a [ ] because at that point we are protecting the repository of our secrets. And then inside the [ ], just perfect and regular, we turn the ring around so points are down, or facing out. This is to funnel in all the knowledge and blessings available to us by our teachers. True or untrue, this was a very logical explanation of how to wear the ring, and it struck home with me. So that’s how I wear mine.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Never heard that one before.
@wesssavorn90184 ай бұрын
Hi my name is Wess formerly from a lodge fenwick here in manitoba canada I took a demit and still wear my ring and wanted to say I really enjoyed watching your video , keep up the great work❤😊😊
@TheWebMindset Жыл бұрын
Very interested to learn more about rings. I was just raised to the third degree last Saturday and am excited to be an active member of my lodge.
@TheRealist2022 Жыл бұрын
@TheWebMindset congratulations on being Raised. It's quite a ceremony, isn't it? You may have had lots to learn so far...but it's now the real work starts. The Brethren in your Lodge will guide you in your Masonic journey, but it is you who must decide on what the symbology means to you and how best to apply what you learn, to your life. Take your time though... Freemasonry is a marathon, not a sprint. Good luck.
@vai_vai Жыл бұрын
I wish you well on your journey my BB!
@Heru2088Ай бұрын
Thank you, For This Great Data, Brother.
@philshortt31392 жыл бұрын
I like the explanation! I wear my ring to show others I am a Scottish Rite Mason and remind myself of my obligations. So my answer is "Decorative" and "symbolic". Your explanation was perfect. The debate will continue but your explanation helps us debate and be respectful of all others.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil! See you soon!
@SharonmalikAli-ve1jp Жыл бұрын
How can I join
@PeterAndrew-ef9dp Жыл бұрын
Join my brother
@PeterAndrew-ef9dp Жыл бұрын
@@ScottishRiteMasons hiii my brother join Me
@WilsonBagley4 ай бұрын
I'm a Scottish Rite Mason of Lebanon Lodge #15 AF&AM Trenton , NJ Celebrating our 106 years...I'm also a 4th generation...I enjoyed the Education on how to wear the ring...yes you are correct...there is always debate among my brothers in my community about how the ring should be worn...I was told by Uncle who was also a 33rd...how to wear a Master Mason ring...and he told me to wear it the way I see it in the EAST ( I have it looking at me)....there are other opinions how it should be worn by many Master Mason as you described in your lecture...I just wanted to acknowledge that I love the way you explain it....not difficult to understand...I'm excited to share your explanation on how to wear a Masonic ring. Wilson Bagley
@adrianturingan9380 Жыл бұрын
32° Scottish rite mason of Quezon City Bodies Philippines.
@wmbedsole1 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber, My grandfather was a mason. I’ve always respected the brotherhood.
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Thank you for tuning in!
@wmbedsole1 Жыл бұрын
@@ScottishRiteMasons I’ve sent an email to the grand lodge in Atlanta GA, but I haven’t heard any response as of yet. I was told it would take a while. However I will continue my path, and be patient.
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Find when the lodge closest to you meets and go there 30 mins early one night. That’s going to be best.
@wmbedsole1 Жыл бұрын
@@ScottishRiteMasons thank you I will. Hope to call you brother some day 🙏🏻
@jim.in.louisiana Жыл бұрын
I've visited many constituent Lodges. A few Lodges adopted the tradition of wearing their MM rings with the compasses points facing away after raising, pointing towards oneself when attaining Past Master. I have my father's 14* ring, and wear it occasionally, specifically when conferring the 14th degree, and explaining the ring to the candidate/ candidates.
@basilreardon5783 Жыл бұрын
Yes this would be correct as I inquired the same thing years ago . I can wear mine facing me after 7 long years to become WM and going thru the chairs earning my stripes as an officer .
@hermanwilhelm6871 Жыл бұрын
Your answer you gave , how you wear it and when, was a good answer. I think it was the best answer I have heard.
@lakemurray7239 Жыл бұрын
I asked my coach when going through the degrees 30+ years ago about how to wear the ring (facing out or facing toward yourself). He told me he wore it facing him to remind him of his obligations. He has passed on but I remember his words.
@timmathews803 Жыл бұрын
You are a gaywod hmo
@anthonysbrown2291 Жыл бұрын
I have a question I’ve been active for 34 years I am also a Scottish rite Macy why not come up with a ring that would represent 32 degree mason not all masons will go to 33rd it would be nice if the supreme councils come up with a ring that represents the 32Thank you God bless
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
There are definitely 32nd degree rings. You can likely find them on Amazon.
@BrotherPirate3572 жыл бұрын
I have been told that traditionally we wear the ring with the points towards the heart as it was when we took the obligation; points out once you’ve become a PM. I was also told to wear it as we wish; much like how you discussed to serve us as a reminder during given occasions. Can’t go wrong really. 🤷♂️
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
It's almost like people are just looking for a reason to argue!
@TheContributors3 ай бұрын
great explanation, thank you, brother
@bobweatherford98762 жыл бұрын
Maynard.. I like your reasoning for points up or points down and can't argue the logic.. I've always thought that the points were meant to point down because ornate rings were originally designed so a fellow could imprint a seal in wax. Points down would make that imprint come out correctly. Have never been told that by anyone, it just makes sense to me so I went with that thought. Nowadays, we don't do that type of seal so in true Masonic fashion, we each have a different opinion of what we see, here or do. The real questions I ask myself on the subject... Are you wearing that ring to represent yourself (points up), or are you wearing that ring to represent the fraternity (points down)? Are you wearing it to represent the Obligations you have taken upon yourself? Points up so that the Square and Compass match the way they lay upon the open Holy Book on the Altar were your hand resting there.
@bjames692 Жыл бұрын
I was told by my Worshipful Master that the points are to be worn out because you shine light out and it’s not to be worn on the ring finger or hand, basically opposite of your wedding band
@devrajsingh2725 Жыл бұрын
Greetings from the brotherhood. It is always a pleasure to connect with fellow members of our brotherhood. WB I am a Master Mason from india. I wore the Masonic ring. I learned a lot from about Freemasonry from your videos. Thank you for all your efforts.
@rondonovan4293 Жыл бұрын
Raised to 33 many years ago , and have guided my actions since . Finest organization in the world .
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
SMIB
@tripsane98695 ай бұрын
very good explanation, I had to switch mines around today was on of those days.
@robertdaley1194 Жыл бұрын
Police and Judiciary should not be members of secret societies.
@bertshutler59738 ай бұрын
Freemasonry is not a secret society. If you want to take that slant, then people who belong to various religions should also be barred as they could use their faith to interfere with justice and jurisprudence.
@HarryRoss-lw2hu8 ай бұрын
Well explained! No right or wrong, I have shared that explanation with many Brothers for almost 30 years.
@nick27younger2 жыл бұрын
Missouri-Gate of the temple lodge 422 I believe the ring is to point back at yourself to always remind you to be an upstanding Mason there is a lot of different beliefs and I’ve heard them all it’s the one that I follow
@MrPants-zu6dm2 жыл бұрын
That has always been my understanding as well. Greetings from MN Aurora lodge 100.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
I have def heard that one.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
But at the end of it all, its what a Brother wants to do!
@michaelcaldwell7076 Жыл бұрын
I always wore my ring with the points of the compass is facing me for no particular reason. When speaking with a prince whole brother he gave two responses to this question. The first was that you can wear the ring however you chose as long as you had a good reason for wearing it that way. His reason for wearing the ring with the points facing him what's to remind himself of the obligation that he took and the Masonic principles that he is supposed to live by. I personally adopted this for myself and continue to wear my ring with the points of the compass is facing me.
@edwardhanson1138 Жыл бұрын
As a Master Mason and an Eagle Scout, I practice wearing the ring like my Eagle Scout pin. I wear it inverted (points toward the heart) until I Provide assistance to mankind in someway, then at that time I turn it over allowing others to understand that I am a Master Mason, willing to assist. Remember we are to assist the widowed and orphaned.
@christianvoicezambia5883 Жыл бұрын
Hey, how do I join the mason brothers
@weaverlarry62 ай бұрын
The way the square and compass pointed on obligation. But take off ring if I go into a bar or anything like that. Always remember someone is watching always. Great vid
@ddwchamp2 жыл бұрын
The ring is for the benefit of the holder and not the world. Actually, the jeweler is the one who benefits. I often wonder if our Founding Fathers or the WWII generation wore Masonic Rings. The late 1950s' thru the mid-1960s' was probably the largest growth of Freemasonry in the USA. I bet the fraternal jewelry business was booming then.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
I bet you’re right about the jewelry biz!
@markrobbins74632 жыл бұрын
The WWII generation surely wore the ring. Even before that; my grandfather was raised in the 1920s, and he wore one.
@AllegedlyLegend314 Жыл бұрын
Greetings brother, I love the videos you are making! I am a fellwocraft mason, I am being raised to MM the 22nd of this month! I am from Florida #48!
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Congrats Brother. Hope you’ll check out the Scottish Rite once you are raised!!
@AllegedlyLegend314 Жыл бұрын
@ScottishRiteMasons I absolutely will brother! I want to get a full grasp of the blue lodge first. But then plan on doing the scottish rite for a year and doing the same with the York rite!
@camping-shrink Жыл бұрын
I always wear my ring with the points of the compassion toward myself. This is a message to myself to subdue my passions and circumscribe any undue passions. Also, the focus of Freemasonry is on one's self and the influence of the pure principles of Masonry. Therefore, again, I wear my ring such that it is a constant influence to my heart and mind helping me to practice out of the lodge what I may have learned in the lodge. I do not feel it is my place to tell others what to do in this regard. Nevertheless, this is what I do, as a contemplative Mason, and why I do it.
@itznoxy71932 жыл бұрын
What movie is that scene from?
@johngentry61602 жыл бұрын
Brother Maynard, I enjoy reading you weekly educational articles. I especially enjoy the one today regarding faith. I find that after nearly losing my life a number of times, that the Great Architect of the Universe has something for me to do that I haven't accomplished yet. Or maybe that there is something that I need to learn that I haven't learned as of yet. So I struggle all the time as to whether or not my faith is strong enough, so I try to work on it everyday to strengthen it.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words Brother! Glad you're enjoying.
@lajuanwilliams68 Жыл бұрын
SMIB
@paullauer33622 жыл бұрын
In my opinion you wear the compass and square facing out. It signifies your openness to discuss our fraternity. It is my opinion for what it’s worth. Paul Lauer 32 degree Scottish Rite Mpls Valley. Great piece and thank you for offering Brother.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
A great thought Bro. Paul. And certainly one shared by many.
@ScottSherman12 жыл бұрын
Interesting video. 35 years ago (I have been a Scottish Rite Mason for 41 years and counting.) my boss had a 32nd degree ring. I was delighted until he told me he was NOT a Mason. It was his late father's ring. I gently suggested that it was only meant to be worn by a member. He was not amused so I stopped the conversation.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, not much you can do about it. At the end of the day these "rules" are just really traditions. We can't enforce any of it by law any more than I can really force someone to call me Worshipful Master. Its a choice we as Masons make, and the profane aren't really bound to abide by it. The shame of it is that the man obviously cherished his Dad, which is wonderful. But his Dad didn't impress upon him the goodness of joining the fraternity.
@ScottSherman12 жыл бұрын
@@ScottishRiteMasons That is true. On the other hand, some years back I was working for a government contractor putting on Annual Health Checks for our Veterans. All weekend work. I think I was at an event in Brooklyn NY. I led the event, but I was checking service members in. One man saw my Past Master ring and got excited. He was a fairly new Mason. Before the day was over he had brought over every Mason at that base! What a fun time that was!
@FreemasonryIsCorruption Жыл бұрын
That's 41 years wasted.
@glencook44822 жыл бұрын
I appreciated the AASR statutory analysis. My only “problem” with the explanation of your preference, is that it assumes we don’t recognize the symbol when it is turned around. I suspect that isn’t the case.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Of course I still recognize it, but it's just another little reminder in difficult times. My answer is by no means THE answer because there isn't really an answer. To each his own.
@Theo-pn6vc3 ай бұрын
Am i the only one that watches these vids thats not a mason
@deanpountain5094Ай бұрын
No
@Washoejim9 ай бұрын
I am just researching the Freemasons, and honestly from what I've learned so far I believe that this truly something that I have unknowingly been seeking. As for the direction in which to wear the ring, I think your explanation is probably the one that which reflects the lifelong commitment one makes when joining and taking that oath, to remember your oath and commitment but to show others by ones good deeds and dedication to all of humanity that, that is what the Freemasons stand for and live by.
@WilliamHaines-z5s4 ай бұрын
Nice information. I think education varies from different areas of the world. I was taught [back in the early [90s] ... points are down to display the way you were given the 3rd degree and the points up if you are or were a past Master. All good knowledge. Thank you brother 32d
@Ryan98391 Жыл бұрын
Master Mason here and beginning my journey in Scottish Rite.
@nigelkavanagh2048 Жыл бұрын
Great vid brother! Love reading the comments, I say stick to your vows and obligations always and no need for a ring. " til our next merry meeting" 👍
@mikehanopol7755 Жыл бұрын
Video Greatly made! I was raised in 1987 and I had asked that question about How to wear the ring ...... A brother explained to me that when you wear the ring Points facing out, It signifies that You are away from your Lodge. and if the Points are facing you it is a reminder how you were made a mason.
@MichaelJrHarte Жыл бұрын
SP Earl Michael Harte Jr. 32° PHA WB Consistory Scottish Rite Freemason. I love the work that you are doing Frater! keep it up! I continue to learn from your perspectives and content
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Thank you so very much brother. Glad you’re enjoying it!
@tedhbell Жыл бұрын
Glad to have found your page! Thanks for the great content.
@rodriquh6 ай бұрын
Thanks for posting this brother, I’ve never heard anything about rings other than the 14th degree ring. I’m a master Mason, Sir Knight, and 32degree myself.
@kurthcornett6483 Жыл бұрын
32° Scottish Rite hey brother
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Hey Bro. Kurt. We hope all is going well with your Scottish Rite journey at the Knoxville Valley!
@world_traveler1 Жыл бұрын
Im joining in the convo too. I am a MM from Washington state. As we know that the points of the compasses teach us to never lose sight of something. while i was getting that cemented in my mind i wore the points facing me. Now that i know i wont ever lose sight, i wear the points pointing down
@JRiffle_HeaveHoStudio10 ай бұрын
The way you explained it was exactly how I received guidance from my lodge mentor almost 20 years ago.
@cellstheory4473 Жыл бұрын
I don’t think I’ve ever received a 14th degree ring when earning my 32
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
I think it’s exclusive to the southern jurisdiction in the USA.
@erokbrewmeister9231 Жыл бұрын
Great answer on the how to wear the ring, I was always told that the points of the compass should be pointed away from you and to the person viewing it........
@YbYBwRbY5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Brother. I wear my Masonic ring facing me when I need to remind myself of who I am; I put it on facing out on days when I'm communicating to the world what we believe. Like you said.
@Qu0thTheRaven Жыл бұрын
My belief and opinion is that the ring should be worn facing yourself to maximize its benefit.. If we use it as an ornament as like a military medal where we are displaying our achievements, our affiliations and our rank, yes. But, ultimately what is that achievement for? Is it to feel like your life has purpose, meaning or value? Is it to represent our duty to our fellow man? If that's what you need to hear right now then of course, by all means. If, however, the goal and symbol is virtuous living itself and the pursuit of truth then perhaps the ornamental ring can mean something different. A representation of a commitment towards higher ideals. A commitment to virtue in the light of truth and wisdom. It can represent the connection between you and that Truth and that Light DIRECTLY and not necessarily something you are trying to display to the world that you witnessed and try to live by. Facing the ring toward yourself makes it a more intimate connection and relationship. I feel like that can mean more for you and if you're really living it out.. you're a beacon for it and you don't need to broadcast it because you actively embody it and that actually sinks deeper into people consciously than a silent symbol could, especially given the fact that people can only consciously understand symbols based on their knowledge and experience (or intuition if they are in touch with it) but they can sense it a lot more intimately when a mason radiates it. The naked truth expressed outwardly through the mason himself is, in my opinion, way better at expressing the path, the fruit of the operation of the sun, than the ornamental ring on display. Thus I think it is best faced toward the self. By no means do I expect anyone to change their practice over me, but this is my genuine opinion on the matter.
@Bobcat19502 жыл бұрын
I agree with you that it doesn’t matter what direction the points of the compasses face. However, many years ago I was invited by some brothers to hunt on property in another State. While sitting in a field, I was approached by a Chief Master Sergeant that I assumed was from a near by Military Base. He was very friendly, introduced himself, and explained he was a member of the hunting club. After several questions that I thought was getting a little annoying, he ask, “Where are you from”? I told him, and he smiled and ask me, “Who showed you how to wear that ring”? Not knowing he was a Mason I was reluctant to answer, but finally said, “I didn’t know there was a wrong way”. He explained in his State Brothers wear it like they saw it and if they are in distress or troubled to invert it to alert other Masons. He thought I was in distress and was trying to figure how to help. So, when I travel through that State, I turn it around. When in Rome! Best hunt I ever went on, got invited for years. In my opinion, just like my Masonic Ring, the official Scottish Rite Ring should be worn with the point toward you. So, when others look at it, the base is on the bottom and the letter Yod or 33 is not read upside down. If you don’t believe me invert the square and compasses on your necklace and look in the mirror. It’s kind of like wearing a crucifix upside down, it doesn’t look right to me. You are doing a great job! These are my opinions, but I would never argue with a Brother over them.
@TylerMoore-y2t6 күн бұрын
Love you videos, I’m the youngest in my lodge. Very grateful for all your content
@ScottishRiteMasons6 күн бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@damionanderson8915 Жыл бұрын
Blessings to you from Jamaica
@calumroney735210 ай бұрын
As a proud past master of one of the oldest lodges in Scotland, I was taught that the proper way to wear my ring was points facing towards me. The explanation is simply because that was the position the square and compass was in when I first saw them in my initiation ceremony
@d1g1t_4 ай бұрын
Thank you for this! G’pa/dad’s ring just came to me, in the process of petitioning. One thing you didn’t cover is if it’s okay to wear the ring after attaining the degree. I remember grandma scolding me as a kid… you can’t wear this until you’ve earned it!
@ScottishRiteMasons3 ай бұрын
You should never wear regalia of a degree you do not posess.
@darrenhenderson6921Күн бұрын
In Scottish rite freemasonry the ring emblem is facing inwards, so when you look at your palm you can see it
@ScottishRiteMasons17 сағат бұрын
If that’s how you want to wear it. But there is no hard fast rule.
@oks12096 ай бұрын
I am a Past Master and 26 year member of Brownstone Lodge #666 (Six Hundred Sixty Six, Yes, we have that number and are proud of it.) Hershey, PA. I have heard the arguments as to the “correct” way to wear the ring. A few years ago The PA Grand Lodge included within The Freemason magazine an explanation that either way is correct. However I like your explanation of how you feel it should be worn as there has been days that I needed to remind myself that I am who I am. Thank you so very much. Karl
@Joe-xj2tb Жыл бұрын
When i was a child my uncle was a mason and i was taken in and involved in a few things but that was years ago can i find out if im still in the books or how does one rejoin?
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
This story is untrue. Masons don’t “take people in”. Whatever you’re referring to, if true, had nothing to do with masonry.
@lawreader1967 Жыл бұрын
26 yrs. brother glad to find you on here. God bless traveling man.
@ScottishRiteMasons Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@roopeshgayadin233611 ай бұрын
Hello brother greetings from Queensboro lodge and valley of Rockville center. I am glad to find this channel thank you brother.
@ScottishRiteMasons11 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@markevans8519 Жыл бұрын
Fraternal greetings from Wilsontown ironworks no 236 Scotland brother 👏🏻
@waynelauster7362 Жыл бұрын
I was told to wear it towards me because the secrets of masonry are concealed within the points of masonry and the secrets are known only to me ❤❤❤ just sharing
@daniels37956 ай бұрын
The top of the compass should be facing downward, because the symbol represents “as above, so below”. And the G in the center represents the 3rd eye.
@DC4845Bass Жыл бұрын
I’m a master mason as well as a PM in my lodge, Widow Son No #7. I once encountered a brother in the jurisdiction of Pennsylvania. He told me that in his jurisdiction, if you were the points facing out you’re open for Masonic conversation. At the points on the toward you, your clothes for Masonic calm conversation.
@MrGeez513 Жыл бұрын
Brother, I've heard something similar to that in our jurisdiction. I was accused that points out meant you were open to receive knowledge and points in were for being open to imparting knowledge/wisdom
@JimmyPunkWrestling Жыл бұрын
I'm 32nd Degree and they didn't give me the 14th Degree ring in my Valley. Anyway, I have many Master Mason rings that I wear (not as once) but I wear them with the points of the compass facing me, the same reason you mentioned about DMV, to always remember what that compass means since I was Entered Apprentice and although I'm a Past Master and 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Freemason, I'm a Mason just as a new Entered Apprentice.
@jeffreyhicks57346 ай бұрын
I have my grandfather’s old masonic ring. Which way would I wear it to honor him? Would it be OK if I were on a chain around my neck?
@jbthomas25922 жыл бұрын
Excellent answer, Brother Richard. It is to remind myself, not others. I receive communion often to remind me about my beliefs, seeing the S&C reminds me of the teachings and obligations I made to improve my actions in this world.
@ScottishRiteMasons2 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@GWAYGWAY1 Жыл бұрын
You will all find out soon that you are being used by the Black government, to tie you into their control.
@antonioreed1442 жыл бұрын
I was told that when you're trying to gain light & knowledge that the compass should be pointed toward you and giving knowledge the compass should be pointed the opposite direction..
@bitrunner20002 жыл бұрын
i was originally told that the points should face away, towards a person, as in the EA degree that one could receive knowledge/light
@Greenberet-lg1li Жыл бұрын
I've heard wear it in with points facing in as tho your looking at the square and compasses in the same position as when you took upon your solom oaths and obligations until the time comes whence you become master of the lodge then it can face outward but I've also heard more often that the direction color of stone and design is purely user discretion but one thing that remains constant with the masonic ring should be worn upon your ring finger on your right hand since it is the more dominant of the two sides the right hand is the one that is always placed on the 3 greater lights of masonry when taking the oaths and obligations and the left side is for your wedding band.
@Agenthankey Жыл бұрын
😂 I love this video! It was my introduction to your channel... You got a follower for sure!
@rlmccoy252 Жыл бұрын
I asked how to wear it right after I returned my 3rd and began JD. Should I wear it with points down so others can see it, or points up so I can see it when I look down upon it. Older and far more knowledgable people than myself told me, "Remember what those symbols in the middle are. Then remember how you were received to receive the 1st and 3rd degrees. Wear it so that it is an ever-present reminder to you." So I wear mine with the points facing towards me.