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Scottish Freemasonry has a distinct and unique character. The connection between the craft of stone masonry and modern Freemasonry can be readily established in Scotland . This direct connection can be traced from the oldest Masonic written records in the world. Lodges under the Scottish Constitution are thus Sovereign bodies in their own right, with a considerable degree of control of their own affairs. Many Private Lodges pre-existed the Grand Lodge, all jealously guarding their traditions, and were permitted to retain their own procedures, regalia, and distinctive rituals. Having established the principle of independence to the old Lodges, it was impossible to deny Lodges founded after 1736 the same level of independence. Of course the rituals contain the principal points of each degree, but the scope for elaboration is considerable, with numerous interesting additions. Since Scottish Lodges have the right to choose the colours of the Lodge Regalia , meetings are very colourful – especially if visitors from other Lodges are present. EXTERNAL LINKS
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