Simbolismo Elevação

Summary

This video explores the symbolic meaning behind the elevation ceremony of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. Presented by Alberto Feliciano, the ceremony represents a journey of intellectual and moral growth for the apprentice. Each tool used, from the mallet and chisel to the ruler and compass, symbolizes various stages of study and self-development, culminating in the flaming star, representing spiritual elevation. The ritual emphasizes the importance of personal reflection, moral rectitude, and the quest for wisdom, encouraging the initiate to ascend to a higher spiritual plane through knowledge and understanding.

Takeaways

• 😀 The elevation ceremony in the Scottish Rite symbolizes the transition from the Apprentice to the Companion degree in Freemasonry.
• 😀 The ceremony involves symbolic preparation, such as removing metals and opening the shirt, symbolizing moral and intellectual readiness.
• 😀 The Apprentice's journey focuses on understanding moral duties and the importance of reasoning in both physical and intellectual work.
• 😀 Key symbols in the Companion degree include the ruler (symbolizing law and order) and the compass (representing intellect and thought).
• 😀 The number 5 represents perfection, order, and the pentagram, symbolizing the balance and movement of the universe.
• 😀 The mallet and chisel together represent logic and rhetoric, essential for precise intellectual work and analysis.
• 😀 The second journey introduces the ruler and compass, representing knowledge gained in sciences, arts, and professions.
• 😀 The third journey introduces the lever, symbolizing strength, courage, and reasoning, which are necessary for intellectual development.
• 😀 The fourth journey involves the square, representing rectitude, correct conduct, and social equality, guiding one's direction in life.
• 😀 The final, fifth journey focuses on intellectual pursuits, aspiring to a higher spiritual understanding, symbolized by the flaming star.
• 😀 The Companion's oath and consecration emphasize moral integrity, the pursuit of wisdom (gnosis), and the importance of introspection in self-growth.

Q & A

What is the significance of the apprentice removing all metals and opening his shirt during the elevation ceremony?

The removal of metals and the opening of the shirt symbolize the apprentice shedding distractions and focusing on internal moral and intellectual preparation, signifying a move toward spiritual enlightenment.

How does the transition from the level to the plumb line in the ceremony symbolize the apprentice's growth?

The transition from the level (representing equality) to the plumb line (symbolizing uprightness and moral rectitude) signifies the apprentice’s movement from a state of equality to one of moral integrity and responsibility.

What do the tools of the mallet and chisel represent during the first journey of the elevation ceremony?

The mallet represents logic and reasoning, while the chisel symbolizes rhetoric and the art of argument. Together, they signify the harmonious application of thought and language in refining one's understanding and approach to life.

Why is the number five significant in the elevation ceremony?

The number five represents the companion degree, symbolizing the perfection of order and life. It is also tied to the pentagram, representing both the potential for perfection and imperfection, depending on its use.

What is the role of the ruler and compass during the second journey of the elevation ceremony?

The ruler represents perfection, while the compass symbolizes thought. Together, they highlight the importance of intellectual clarity, order, and precision in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding in the arts and sciences.

What does the lever symbolize in the third journey of the elevation ceremony?

The lever symbolizes the strength, firmness of soul, courage, and love, all of which are essential qualities in exercising sound reasoning and decision-making in life.

What is the symbolism of the square during the fourth journey?

The square symbolizes correct conduct, rectitude of actions, and social equality. It emphasizes the need for proper moral direction in life and the importance of ensuring that means align with just and honorable ends.

What is the significance of the flaming star in the elevation ceremony?

The flaming star represents spiritual light and the aspiration for higher knowledge and enlightenment. It is the emblem of the perfect man, signifying the companion's journey toward greater wisdom and understanding.

What does the sword placed on the chest during the ceremony symbolize?

The sword placed on the chest symbolizes the importance of listening to the heart and seeking reflection on one's inner self, the world, and the divine in order to guide the apprentice toward spiritual growth.

How does the cubic stone at the end of the elevation ceremony relate to the companion’s personal development?

The cubic stone represents the refinement of the companion’s inner self, emphasizing the need for self-examination and moral growth. The six faces of the stone symbolize the six intellectual faculties developed through the ceremony.