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22° - Prince of Libanus

Scottish Rite, NMJ 22nd Degree: Prince of Libanus poster

STORYLINE

The 22nd degree emphasizes the value of a good work ethic. In this degree, a brother is introduced to wood cutters who test his willingness to put aside his rank and status.

PHILOSOPHY

Honest work is honorable and noble in the sight of God and man.

CORE VALUES

Service to Humanity

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The Degrees of the Consistory

The Consistory is responsible for conferring the 19th through the 32nd degrees. These degrees demonstrate the challenges of social and moral conflicts, drawing on lessons from the age of chivalry through modern day.

The term "Consistory" comes from the Latin consistere (“stand firm”), which led to the term consistorium (“assembly place”). Historically, the word consistory has referred to either a council of the advisors of Roman emperors or the papal consistory, a meeting of the Cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church. Within Freemasonry, Consistory refers to an assembly of Scottish Rite officers who, under the auspices of the Supreme Council, grant degrees.

Learn more about the consistory

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Become a 32° Freemason

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