Yes. We gladly welcome Sisters and Brothers from other orders, regardless of their rite or affiliation, as long as they know how to identify themselves according to our customary forms and respect the framework of our work.

We do not make visits conditional upon the signing of inter-visit agreements between Grand Lodges. Our way of working remains that of open Freemasonry : an approach that prioritises encounters, the sharing of initiatory work and mutual recognition of our different paths, rather than administrative restrictions.

Visiting is an integral part of Masonic life as we understand it. It is a matter of loyal exchange between Sisters and Brothers, not a system of institutional boundaries.

We do not impose any particular religious affiliation. We do not ask anyone to adopt a religious label, obey a dogma, or submit to a church or revealed doctrine.

However, we clearly ask that everyone recognise the existence of a reality that transcends human beings. Call it Principle, Creative Intelligence, Great Architect, Source, Divine : the name is less important than the recognition of a dimension greater than man. The Ancient and Primitive Rite of Memphis-Misraïm, as we practise it, is a profoundly Deist Rite. Deist means that we hold as non-negotiable the idea that there is something of a higher order, a principle that transcends the human individual and before which man is not absolute.

We do not seek to convert anyone to a religion, nor to impose a particular form of prayer, nor to control each person’s intimate relationship with the sacred. We simply say : working this Rite requires admitting that there is more than the human. This is a condition for access to the initiatory path as we practise it.

Our order is not a place for secular activism. We do not meet to produce public statements or to act as a pressure group. We do not serve as an ideological relay. We simply ask everyone to respect human dignity and freedom of conscience, and we reject approaches based on hatred, exclusion or control. This rejection is not a political programme. It is a basic moral condition for preserving the quality of our inner work. Outside of this foundation, everyone remains responsible for their own thoughts.

The Rite we work with is linked to a Masonic tradition which, since the 19th century, has defined itself as ‘Egyptian’ Freemasonry. At the time, this word referred to an orientation : esoteric Freemasonry that was openly acknowledged as such, i.e. focused on inner transformation rather than commentary on society. The term ‘Egyptian’ is part of a long history that we invite you to discover on our history and origins page. histoire et origines.

For us, the term ‘Egyptian’ means that we practise a rite that draws on ancient symbolic language, sustained self-improvement over time, and specific transmission. This does not mean that we claim to be reconstructing an ancient temple. It means that we are part of an initiatory lineage that sees itself as something other than a secular discussion club.

We are discreet because we protect a human workspace. A person must be able to stand there without being immediately exposed, commented on or exploited outside. What happens in our work is not a public spectacle. It is not content to be published. It is a personal experience lived in a specific setting. We believe that this experience belongs to those who engage in it loyally, and that it should not be exposed to the uninitiated gaze.

Discreet does not mean clandestine. Discreet means : what is sacred is not put on display.

It is not possible to attend an internal working meeting of the Order. What takes place between Sisters and Brothers is not open to the public and is not put on display. It is not a show. What happens in this space is intimate and sacred. As with any serious work, a protected space is required. A researcher needs the calm of their laboratory to work and concentrate : if they had to work under the gaze of an audience that constantly interrupts, comments and judges, their work would become fruitless. The same applies to Masonic work, which requires a protected, calm and discreet environment.

On the other hand, there may be meetings called ‘white meetings’ for non-members. These meetings provide an opportunity to exchange ideas, ask questions and meet Sisters and Brothers in a clear setting. They do not have the same status as an internal Masonic meeting and do not give access to the initiatory work itself. They are a possible first contact, not an entry point.

No. We explicitly reject the profane use of Masonic membership. Freemasonry is not a lever for obtaining external advantages, gaining access to certain circles, protecting oneself, gaining influence, or exerting pressure on others. That is not its function. What we do is internal work, not a mechanism of power. Any attempt to use the Rite as an argument of authority in the secular world is contrary to our way of working.

Our order is mixed. For us, the question does not arise : the Sisters and Brothers work on the Rite together. Mixed membership is not a matter of tolerance or an addition intended to appear modern. It is part of our way of transmitting and practising our Tradition with equal dignity and commitment.

This point will not be described publicly. It is not a question of creating an air of mystery. It is a question of fairness : some things only make sense when experienced by those who are truly committed to them. What happens belongs to those who walk through the door.

Simply write to us. Tell us why you are interested and why you would like to learn more about our work. From there, we may arrange an initial meeting.