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In some jurisdictions where a group go through the degrees together (sometimes called a cable tow), an increased fellowship among the brethren of the class is often reported. We also see this in AASR classes when they spend three days together (I realize some valleys only do the mandatory...
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In the US,Scotland, and England, the symbolic degrees are under the GLs. The GLs can confer the first three degrees if they wish, as dine in some other countries.
To clarify, KT is not required for CBCS. Neither is Cryptic/R&S. There is no reason they should be.
KT and CBCS can...
The difficulty of the GM in making these decisions and his responsibility for the welfare of the Craft is well described. He is often between Skylla and Charybdis.
He also has a duty to protect the reputation of the Craft. As we made decisions for Convent General next week, this was an...