Membership
Understand the Qualifications needed to Join the Order of the Temple
Explore the essential requirements that define membership in the Knights Templar within Strathclyde, illustrating our commitment to honour, faith, and brotherhood.
Learn about the membership criteria and the enriching experiences offered to those who join our historic Masonic Order.
What qualifications are required to join?
Explore essential criteria and prerequisites for membership in the Knights Templar within Strathclyde.
Who is eligible to become a Member of the Order of the Temple?
Our Scottish Order is a Christian Order and Candidates (Aspirants) must profess the Christian Faith, have a belief in the Holy Trinity, and be both Master Masons and Royal Arch Companions in good standing.
The United, Religious and Military Order of the Temple and the Order of St John of Jerusalem, Palestine, Rhodes and Malta
Grades of the Order
- Pilgrim
- Esquire
- Knight
The Order the Temple confers the Grade (Degree) of Knight of the Temple, conducted in three parts Pilgrim, Esquire, Knight Part 1 and Knight Part 2, firstly reflecting on the traveller’s journey to the Holy Land and seeking shelter, secondly his offering of service and finally serving others as a Knight of the Order. The Knights are addressed as Frater and hold their meetings in a Preceptory.
Grades of the Order
- Knight of St. Paul or Mediterranean Pass
- Knight of St. John of Jerusalem
The Order of Malta confers the Grade (Degree) of Knight of St Paul or Mediterranean Pass and Knight of St John of Jerusalem. This Grade is conferred in a Priory attached to the Preceptory.
The Knights of St Paul or Mediterranean Pass recounts the sea voyage of the Apostle Paul on his journey from Crete to Rome and the unexpected welcome given to him by the natives of the Island of Malta.
The Knights of St John of Jerusalem recounts the history and journey of the Knights from their origin as Knights Hospitaller in Jerusalem to their establishment on the Island of Malta.
Masonic Bodies in Scotland
The following Bodies are Scottish Constitution based Orders. This graphic shows the pathways a Mason can take / be invited to take, after the Master Mason Degree in Craft Lodges.
