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The International Order of
Gnostic Templars™
A Division of the Scottish Knight Templars
Spiritual Warriors Dedicated to the Revival of Gnostic Wisdom
& the Goddess Tradition of the Original Templars |
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Organizational Structure of the IOGT
Degrees of Participation in the IOGT
IOGT Initiation Ceremonies
Upcoming Opportunities for Initiation into the IOGT
IOGT Dues
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Organizational
Structure
Templar Grand Sanhedrin: This Council is composed of the International Grand Prior and Grand Priors
and Prioresses. They decide on the agenda, rites, activities, curriculum of the Order,
etc.
Knights Roundtable: The Knights Round Table
serves as an advisory board of currently active Knights/Lady Knights. It is chaired
by a Grand Prior or Grand Prioress. The Round Table meets via teleconference calls every
4-6 weeks to discuss organizational matters.
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Degrees
There are three degrees in the order:
Squire and Lady in Waiting
Knight Templar and Lady
Knight Templar
Fisher King and Fisher Queen
At least one year separates each degree from the next level.
Both men and women are accepted equally in all degrees.
One or two of the Hallows
of the Grail Castle accompanies each degree.
The Grail Hallows are the Cup, Sword, Stone, and Spear
Squire
and Lady in Waiting
This is a degree of study and intensive
spiritual practices.
The Squires and Ladies in Waiting also assist the Knights and Lady Templars,
as well as the Fisher Kings and Queens, at meetings and during initiations.
Study: Yoga,
Alchemy, Gnosticism, Templar symbols, meditation, healing, history of the Knights
Templars, and the history and rites of the ancient Goddess Tradition.
Symbols: A Holy
Grail Chalice with a Serpent coiled around it, symbol of John the Apostle, and the Black
Madonna, the transformative and healing power of the Goddess.
Symbolic
animal: Snake, symbol of healing and the alchemical Kundalini. Symbol of the healing
and transformative power of the Goddess.
Patrons: The patrons
of this degree are John the Apostle, Mary Magdalene, and Goddesses Isis and Kali.
Outfit: A white
mantle. (You
will be required to order your mantle from our IOGT seamstress, who is located in the UK.
Once your application to the Order is accepted, you will be given instructions about how
to place your order, which can be done on the internet via PayPal, or by mailing a
cashier's check. Cost at present is 55 GBP and is subject to change, depending on the
exchange rate. You will use your mantle as you advance through the Degrees in the Order.
so it is an investment for a lifetime.)
Ceremonial objects: A Chalice and a black and/or green alchemical Stone.
A Black Madonna and a crystal or replica of a human skull, symbol of Baphomet, the
“Head of Wisdom,” are also recommended.
Knight Templar and Lady Knight Templar
This is a degree of teaching, governing, moving
beyond fear,
and learning intensive discipline and discrimination.
The Knights and Ladies also assist in teaching and administering the Order.
Study: Martial Arts,
Sword fighting, Sacred movement (Tai Chi, etc) Vision Quests (to overcome fear). Continue
the study of Alchemy, Gnosticism, etc. began as a Squire or Lady in Waiting
Symbols: The Sword,
symbol of authority, bravery, and discrimination.
Symbolic animal: Cat
family: Puma, Jaguar, Lion, the animal symbol of authority and sacred movement.
Patrons: St.
Michael, Karttikeya, Commanders of God’s Holy Army, St. Joan of Arc, the Twin war
deities (Sanat & Sananda, and others such as Ashwins, Disocouri, Ahayuta, etc.) .
Outfit: White mantle with large red
Templar cross.
Ceremonial objects: Chalice, Stone, and
Sword. Images of the Goddess. Crystal or replica of human skull.
Fisher King and Fisher Queen
At this degree the initiate
acquires a Grail Castle, within which he or she
can administer the rites of the Order, disseminate the teachings,
and offer initiations into the three levels.
Study: Continue the
study of Alchemy, Gnosticism, Yoga, etc. Learn how to transmit spiritual energy to others.
Develop intuition. Pray for the upliftment of all persons in the Order.
Symbol: The Spear,
symbol of Divine Wisdom and Intuition.
Symbolic animal: Eagle,
Condor, animal symbol of Divine Wisdom: plus the Dove, the symbol of the Holy Spirit
Patrons: Murrugan/ Sanat
Kumara, John the Baptist, Sananda (the Christ), St. Germain and past Grand Master
Templars. King Arthur & Queen Guinevere, the archetypal Fisher King & Queen.
Outfit: White mantle with red Templar
cross, hat, and blue sash with golden pendant.
Medal: The
Fischer Kings and Queens display a Sinclair medal.
Ceremonial
objects: All the Grail Hallows: the Chalice, Stone, Sword, and
Spear.
Images of the Goddess. Crystal and/or human skull.
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IOGT Initiation Ceremony
The IOGT Initiation Ceremony takes place in a Grail
Castle
with Templar images and symbology.
It is presided over by Grand Prior Mark Amaru Pinkham
and Grand Prioress Andrea Mikana-Pinkham.
During the ceremony you will receive your mantle.
On the central altar is a skull (replica of human or crystal)
representing John the Baptist, Patron of the IOGT.
Also on the altar, or on the surrounding walls, are images and pictures of the
Goddess
and Templar patrons Saint Germain, Sanat and Sananda Kumara,
St. Michael, John the Baptist, John the Apostle, Jesus Christ, and
Mary Magdalene.
There are many Templar and Holy Grail symbols,
including images of Levi’s Baphomet, the Star of David (symbol of Sanat
Kumara),
the eight-pointed Templar Cross, the Black Madonna,
and the Hallows of the Grail Castle: the Holy Grail Chalice, Swords, Spears,
Stones, etc.
The Grail Castle
The Holy Grail Castle is an eight-sided structure specially built
for
initiation and Templar gatherings.
Or it can be a creative substitute for an octagonal temple.
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Become a Member of The
International Order of Gnostic Templars™
Join our Templar Organization
as a Squire or Lady in Waiting
If the mission and goals of the IOGT as described here in our
website are ones
that you would like to incorporate into your life,
if you would like to be part of an organization that would support your spiritual
growth
and offer you an authentic Templar lineage under which to study
Gnostic Templarism, Gnosticism, the Holy Grail Mysteries, and the Divine Feminine/Goddess
Tradition,
then we invite you to contact us about joining the Order as a Squire or Lady in
Waiting.
Receive your auspicious Initiation during our upcoming IOGT Event!
If you'd like to join the IOGT, you have
the opportunity to do so
during the upcoming seminar with Grand Prior Sir Mark Pinkham
in Nevada City CA on Saturday, May 30th.
For more information, click here: Classes
& Seminars
We're considering holding a second North
American Meeting in Sedona
December 4 - 6, 2009.
Bookmark this page and check back.
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
1)
The IOGT E-Course: 18 Lessons on
Gnostic Templarism
Subjects covered:
The Knights Templar
The Holy Grail: What it really is
Rosslyn Chapel & Clan Sinclair
Gnostic Philosophy and Practices
The Templar Heresy
The Templars & Mary Magdalene
The Freemasons, Illuminati, & Rosicrucians
2)
A Certificate of Membership in the
IOGT
3)
Access to the IOGT online library
with more than 1000 titles
4)
A Monthly "Members Only"
IOGT Newsletter
5)
Discount on the Seven Rays of
Healing Correspondence Course
6)
A curriculum of study for the Degrees of Squire/Lady in Waiting,
Knight/Lady Knight Templar,
and Fisher King/Fisher Queen
To apply for initiation into the IOGT please click here for an Application.
Or, if you prefer, we can mail you an application.
Please email us at info@GnosticTemplars.org
or GnosticTemplars@aol.com
with your name, complete mailing address, and phone number.
Once you fill out, sign and return your application to our IOGT U.S.
headquarters,
you will be notified as to your acceptance.
At that time your 1st year membership dues of $145.00 will be payable.
(Note that Annual Dues after the 1st year are only $50 per year,
due on the anniversary of your initiation into the Order.)
For
more information Email Mark Amaru Pinkham or Andrea Pinkham at
info@GnosticTemplars.org OR GnosticTemplars@aol.com
OR call 928 284-1429
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Dues in the IOGT
1st Year Dues are $145.00 (US)
Dues for each year thereafter are $50.00 (US)
(Due on the anniversary of your initiation into the Order.)
For
more information Email us
info@GnosticTemplars.org OR GnosticTemplars@aol.com
OR call 928 284-1429
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Join the IOGT as
an Associate Member
1st Year Dues:
$34.95 (US); Yearly Dues thereafter: $25.00
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
1) The IOGT E-Course: 18 Lessons on Gnostic Templarism
Subjects covered:
The Knights Templar
The Holy Grail: What it really is
Rosslyn Chapel & Clan Sinclair
Gnostic Philosophy and Practices
The Templar Heresy
The Templars & Mary Magdalene
The Freemasons, Illuminati, & Rosicrucians
2) A Certificate of Membership in the IOGT
3) Access to the IOGT online library with more than 1000 titles
4) A Monthly "Members Only" IOGT Newsletter
5) Discount on the Seven Rays of Healing Correspondence Course
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Associate Membership funds are used to support
the IOGT in its various activities.
We appreciate your donation and support!
If you have questions, please call 928
284-1429 or email us.
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A monthly email newsletter is sent to
all interested persons.
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