In this episode, we discuss the 9th Degree - "Elu of the Nine" from "Morals & Dogma: The Annotated Edition". Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com.

It is highly recommended that you read the chapter in order to fully follow our discussion. "Morals and Dogma" is available from these sites:

• Albert Pike's Morals and Dogma: Annotated Edition (to purchase)
• Morals and Dogma (free but unannotated online PDF)
• Albert Pike's Morals and Dogma (Audible audiobook for purchase)

Diagrams:

• Elu of the Nine (Engraving by Pierre Mejanel - ca. 1887)

Overview:

•  Introduction (01:14 )
• Mythological Setting (02: 12)
• Freemasonry is Experimental and Practical (04:13 )
• The Spirit is Willing, But the Flesh is Weak (06:17 )
• Duty is With Us Always (09:12 )
• A True Citizen, The Apostle of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity (10:43 )
• Liberty (13:51 )
• Power is Delegated for Good (15:40 )
• Masonry Inspires Patriotism (17:46 )
• Service is an Honor (19:04 )
• Ritual - Monitor and Guide (21:30 )
• A Bridge to Light (22:36 )
• Free Barabas! (23:24 )
• Go Into Your Cave (24:35 )
• Shadow Work (29:06 )
• Conclusions (29:56 )

Links:

• Scottish Rite Ritual Monitor & Guide (Amazon)
• A Bridge to Light (Amazon)
• Carl Jung - Archetypes - The Shadow (Carl-Jung.net)
• Carl Jung and the Shadow: a Guide to the Dark Side of the Mind (ArtsOfThought.com)