Bandeau de l'article sur la morale maçonnique

Is there a Masonic morality ? A subtle, transformative ethic rooted in symbolism and conscience ?

The expression 'Masonic morality' is often used, but rarely defined. Those who have passed through the pillars of the Temple find it obvious and almost intuitive, yet as soon as...
May 26, 2025
Tablier de Maître du Rite Français Traditionnel – symbole de l’héritage maçonnique (Nos Colonnes)

Traditional French Rite: The Overlooked Legacy of French Freemasonry

The Traditional French Rite, born in the 18th century, remains one of the major expressions of Freemasonry. Discover its history, its distinctive features, and the symbolism that makes it a cornerstone of Masonic tradition.

 

May 19, 2025
Bandeau de l'article sur le temple maçonnique de Rochefort

The Rochefort Masonic Temple, a historic jewel in the crown of French Freemasonry

In the heart of the town of Rochefort, in the Charente-Maritime (France), stands a discreet building steeped in history: the Masonic Temple of the L'Accord Parfait lodge. Listed as a...
May 12, 2025
Bandeau de l'article sur les Illuminés de Bavière

The Bavarian Illuminati, an Order that Fuels Many Fantasies

Among the secret societies that have marked European history, the Bavarian Illuminati occupy a unique place. Founded in 1776 by Adam Weishaupt, this short-lived order quickly aroused fascination and controversy....
May 05, 2025
Le domaine du Neuhof, dans l'article sur Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi

Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi, Enlightened Pedagogue, Committed Freemason, and Initiate of the Bavarian Illuminati

Introduction Somewhat forgotten today and relatively little known in the French-speaking cultural sphere, Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi (1746–1827) is one of the forerunners of modern pedagogy. A Swiss philosopher, social reformer,...
April 28, 2025
Siège suprême, dans l'article sur le Rite de Cerneau

The Rite of Cerneau, a little-known Masonic rite

The Rite of Cerneau, sometimes referred to as Cernauism in the United States, is a Masonic system that is relatively unknown in Europe. Its history was initially confused with that...
April 14, 2025
Bandeau de l'article sur Antoine Court de Gébelin, pasteur et franc-maçon

Antoine Court de Gébelin, pastor, freemason and mythologist

An emblematic figure of the second half of the 18th century, Antoine Court de Gébelin is best known for rediscovering the Tarot and being the first to see it as...
April 01, 2025
La franc-maçonnerie est-elle une secte ? - Nos Colonnes

Is Freemasonry a Cult ?

Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and most well-known fraternal organizations, with roots tracing back to the late 16th to early 17th century. It has often been surrounded by...
March 24, 2025
Tarot et franc-maçonnerie - Nos Colonnes

Tarot and Freemasonry

Tarot and Freemasonry, two traditions with deep roots in the Western tradition, fascinate us with their rich symbolism. Although they are two very different realities, the Tarot and Freemasonry share...
March 17, 2025
Le Nautonier de l’Arche Royale, un degré maçonnique énigmatique - Nos Colonnes

The Royal Ark Mariner, a mysterious Masonic degree

The Royal Ark Mariner is a rather unusual case in the history of Masonic Higher Degrees and Side Degrees. In fact, it is generally quite easy to trace the history...
March 10, 2025
Jean-Baptiste Willermoz, un franc-maçon mystique (3e partie) - Nos Colonnes

Jean-Baptiste Willermoz, a Mystical Freemason (Part 3)

Willermoz during the revolutionary upheavals Willermoz had partially succeeded in his project of creating a new Masonic rite to incorporate the doctrine of Martinès de Pasqually, which he considered to...
March 03, 2025
Bandeau de l'article sur le Régime Écossais Rectifié et Willermoz

Willermoz, main author of the Rectified Scottish Rite (Part 2)

Although the French provinces were attached to the Strict Templar Observance, they never fully followed it. Their craft lodges were attached to the Grand Orient of France, while the Inner...
February 24, 2025