Beneficent Knight of the Holy City Sash. Red Fringe - Rectified Scottish Rite Inner Order

Description

The Sash (écharpe) of Knight Beneficent of the Holy City (CBCS) within the Inner Order of the Rectified Scottish Rite (RER) is a ceremonial piece reflecting the dignity and nobility associated with this high rank. Carefully made, this natural silk sash is enhanced with gold soutache braid, offering a marked and symbolic visual contrast, faithful to the traditions of the Rite.

Craftsmanship and Symbols

This sash, 11 cm wide, is adorned with distinctive details: a red Templar Cross, symbol of bravery and spirituality, a sky-blue rosette, and red fringes, adding a touch of colour and symbolic depth.

The combination of the silk with the red and gold ornaments underlines the honour of the CBCS degree.

Features

• Material: natural silk
• Width: 11 cm
• Ornaments: red Templar Cross, sky-blue rosette, gold soutache braid
• Red fringes

Symbolism and Significance

The red Templar Cross is the central element of the sash, recalling the chivalric history and spiritual values of the Knights Beneficent of the Holy City. The rosettes and fringes are not mere ornaments; they represent the richness of the teachings of the Rectified Scottish Rite and the Knight’s commitment to live by these principles.

Conclusion

The CBCS Sash is an essential accessory for the Knights of the Holy City, symbolising their status, their devotion and their respect for the traditions of the Rectified Scottish Rite. It embodies commitment on the Masonic path, forming a visible link with the principles and history of the Rite.