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The cabletow is an element of initiation introduced into the rites of Freemasonry in the early eighteenth century. In the form of a rope hung from a candidate's neck, the cable tow originally symbolized the penalty for breaking the Masonic oath. Today, it symbolizes an initiate's humility, and their committment to Masonic ideals.

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Masonic square and compass

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  • Ritual Magick
    Basic information about Ritual Magick, also known as Ceremonial Magick, from your Alternative Religions guide.
  • Magick and Theory
    Magick and magickal theory. What Ritual magicians do, and why they do it. Essays on a number of subjects relating to Ritual/ Ceremonial Magick.


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