Officers of the Royal Arch
Officers of the Royal Arch by Stephen J. Goulding Mentor Lodge of Union 38
Continuing on from the Officers of the Lodge 6 part series, we progress on to the Royal Arch. This is a 5 part tutorial series on the Royal Arch Officers
This article series is ideally suited for Royal Arch Companions who want to learn more about the Royal Arch order.
Royal Arch Officers:
Janitor
Sojourners
Scribe Nehemiah
Scribe Ezra
Principles
mentor's notes Article by: Stephen J. Goulding
Stephen was initiated into Freemasonry in 1978 in Tylney Lodge No. 5856 (UGLE). He was Master in 1989 & 2004.
He was Master of the Lodge of Union 38 (UGLE) in 2018. He is also a PZ in the Holy Royal Arch and PM in the Mark Degree.
Stephen served 30 years in the Metropolitan Police Service (London, England) before going into education in 2000, where he became a college lecturer and a mentor for both the college and the University of Greenwich (London, England). Now retired, he teaches Tai Chi and Qigong in the community.
Facebook: Steve Goulding-Tai Chi West Sussex–Chi at Chi
Recent Articles: Officers of the Royal Arch
 Officers of the Royal Arch - The Janitor The Janitor, is a crucial officer in the Royal Arch. Symbolically, the Janitor represents the guardian of sacred knowledge, ensuring only worthy individuals gain access. This function emphasizes the importance of maintaining spiritual purity and safeguarding the mysteries of the Royal Arch. |
 Officers of the Royal Arch - The Sojourners The Sojourners, are seekers of truth, their journey symbolizes the spiritual path to enlightenment. Their role in rediscovering lost wisdom highlights the esoteric concept of regaining divine knowledge through perseverance and self-discovery. |
 Officers of the Royal Arch - Scribe Nehemiah Scribe Nehemiah's responsibility within the Royal Arch, is that of preserving the sacred teachings. Scribe Nehemiah symbolizes the importance of maintaining accurate records and upholding the integrity of divine knowledge, thus reflecting the value of safeguarding spiritual wisdom for future generations. |
 Officers of the Royal Arch - Scribe Ezra Scribe Ezra is portrayed as a crucial figure within the Royal Arch, responsible for interpreting and teaching divine laws. The significance of his role lies in the pursuit of understanding and applying sacred knowledge, emphasizing the transformative power of wisdom when applied to one's life. |
 Officers of the Royal Arch - The Principals The Principals' role in the Royal Arch, representing the pinnacle of spiritual leadership. Their esoteric significance lies in the unity of the three aspects of the divine, emphasizing the importance of harmony and balance in attaining spiritual enlightenment. The Principals embody the ultimate goal of the Royal Arch journey - the realization of divine wisdom. |
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