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Masonic Knights Templar Membership

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is "How do I become a Masonic Knight Templar?" Masonic Templarism is one branch of what is commonly called The York Rite.

Within Freemasonry's York Rite are found four bodies, which are in the United States and Canada as follows:

The Craft or Speculative Lodge

Entered Apprentice
Fellowcraft
Master Mason

Capitular Masonry - Chapter

Mark Master Mason
Virtual Past Master (USA)
Most Excellent Master
Royal Arch

Cryptic Rite Masonry

Royal Master
Select Master
Super Excellent Master

Chivalric Masonry

Illustrious Order of the Red Cross
Order of Malta
Order of the Temple - Knights Templar

Membership Requirements

A Potential Candidate for Masonic Templarism, must be a member of the Craft Lodge, and Royal Arch Chapter. In some jurisdictions it is required that the potential member must also be a member of the Cryptic Rite.

Unlike most branches of Freemasonry, wherein the Candidate need not follow a particular faith, the Chivalric Orders of Masonry require a belief in the doctrine of the Trinity. That is to say they must profess a faith in Christianity.

Where Do I Go From Here?

Unfortunately we are unable to assist you any further in your interests in joining the Masonic Templar Orders. TemplarHistory.com is not directly affiliated with any order.

The following web sites are where you need to go:

For Information On Masonic Templarism In Canada

For Information On Masonic Templarism In USA