How does one progress through the degrees in the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite?
Entry into the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite requires a candidate to be a Master Mason of at least six months' standing, according to the Supreme Council 33°.
A candidate is perfected in the 18° (Sovereign Prince Rose Croix). The intermediate degrees, covering the 4° through to the 17°, are conferred on him by name prior to the ceremony itself, as stated by the Supreme Council 33°.
Progression beyond this stage to the higher degrees—from the 30° (Grand Elected Knight Kadosh) up to the 33°—is not automatic. The Supreme Council 33° notes that advancement to these degrees is awarded strictly by selection, conferred directly by or under the authority of the Supreme Council on the basis of merit and service to the Order.
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