Freemasonry has long been a subject of intrigue, mystery, and controversy. At the heart of this complex landscape lies JSM Ward, a figure whose influence on the Masonic tradition cannot be ignored. While Ward's contributions are noteworthy, they come with significant concerns that merit a thorough examination. This post seeks to uncover the complexities of JSM Ward's legacy, stressing the potential risks associated with his ideas within Freemasonry and beyond. The Enigmatic F

So I now have the Neophyte ritual of Waite's Independent & Rectified Rite and I'm in the process of transcribing it from the digital scans provided by Freemason's Hall. That will be a followed by a detailed analysis and then a comparison with (off the top of my head): The 1899 version featured in Torrens. To the best of my knowledge there isn't anything earlier that is easily accessible. The Regardie/Stella Matutina version that we all know and love. The version from Waite's