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what is the historical origin of the installation ceremony for a worshipful master and how did the virtual past master degree develop
The installation of a Lodge Master originally existed as a simple form of investiture, accompanied by the reading of ancient charges and regulations to the Master Elect. Historically, the Past Master status was an honorarium bestowed within symbolic lodges upon those who had presided over the chair. R. F. Gould argued that the esoteric teaching attached to Mastership was originally linked to the secrets of the Royal Arch, which initially required a candidate to have presided as Master of a lodge.
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where did the office of director of ceremonies come from in the craft and what are his duties
The office of Director of Ceremonies was created in the year 1738, when provision was made for the Grand Master to appoint one annually. Within a lodge or chapter, the role is an important office that is usually conferred upon a Past Master or Principal.
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