Freemasonry is a
progressive science, and as such has many levels of education and
involvement. The first step that a man must complete in Freemasonry is that of
Symbolic Masonry (often referred to as Ancient Craft Masonry or the "Blue
Lodge"). Once the three degrees of that body have been completed, the Master
Mason may optionally pursue a deeper understanding of the symbols and allegories
of the organization by seeking admission into the "higher degrees." One group of
degrees which endeavors to enculcate a higher level of understanding is the York
Rite.
The York Rite consists of three separate bodies (Chapter, Council, and
Commandery), each of which has its own progression of degrees, much like Craft
or Blue Lodge Masonry. In fact, some of the degrees under the Royal Arch Chapter
were commonly conferred at one time as part of the Blue Lodge, but have been
separated out over the years into their own organizational structure.
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