Brazilian Rite – International Portal

History & Legitimacy

Origins in 1914 (Lauro Sodré), foundation of the Conclave in 1941, and reimplantation in 1968 (Álvaro Palmeira). Regularity is ensured by recognized treaties and agreements.

• 1914: Foundational matrix with Lauro Sodré.
• 1941: Foundation of the Conclave.
• 1968: Reformulation and consolidation led by Álvaro Palmeira.
• Recognition, alliance and friendship treaties.

International Presence & Expansion

Delegations and Conclaves abroad. Internationalization and cooperation projects.

Europe

United Kingdom, Portugal and Greece

Conclave in England and a delegation in Portugal and Greece.

North America

USA & Canada

Delegations for founding Conclaves.

Central America

Mexico

Conclave operating in Mexico.

South America

Brazil, Paraguay and Venezuela

Conclave operating in Brazil, Paraguay, and a delegation in Venezuela.

Structure, Degrees & Themes

Degrees 4–33, thematic arcs and symbolic legends across the initiatic journey.

Degrees 4–18

Moral Themes

Symbolic consolidation and the moral architecture of the Mason.

Degrees 19–30

Social Themes

Legendary narratives shaping the path, alongside national social themes.

Degrees 31–33

Civic Themes & Synthesis of Humanism

Integration of knowledge, service, leadership, and the synthesis of all Degrees within Humanism.

Doctrine & Philosophy

Foundational principles: Tradition, Evolution, Reason & Faith. A national cultural expression in synergy with universal Masonry.

Tradition
Continuity with authentic landmarks.
Evolution
Living Rite, culturally rooted.
Reason & Faith
Harmony between rational inquiry and spirituality.
National ↔ Universal
Dialogue that enriches the universal Masonic chain.

Testimonies

From Brother to Brother.

“A Rite that bridges cultures without losing its identity.”

— João Vincenzo, Ambassador in Portugal

Foundation of a Supreme Conclave

Eligibility criteria, procedures, and rules for founding a new Supreme Conclave of the Brazilian Rite.

Eligibility

Who may request the foundation of a new Conclave

The foundation of a Supreme Conclave is only possible in countries or territories where there is not yet a Regular, Legal and Recognized Supreme Conclave of the Brazilian Rite.
The request must come from regular Masons holding the 33rd Degree of the Brazilian Rite.
A minimum of twelve (12) 33rd Degree Masons, residing or working in the same country or territory, is required.
Preferably, these Masons should be part of a legally constituted Liturgical Delegation.
If there is no Liturgical Delegation, eligibility remains valid provided there is the legal number of 33rd Degree Masons and a regular link to a recognized Supreme Conclave.

Procedures

How the process proceeds after eligibility

Eligible Masons must draft a formal petition requesting the foundation of the Supreme Conclave in the territory.
The petition must be submitted to the Supreme Conclave to which they are subordinate or with which they maintain regular Masonic relations.
The receiving Supreme Conclave will submit the request for consideration by its Plenary.
Approval requires a minimum quorum of two-thirds (2/3) of the Effective Members present.
Once approved, the Letters Patent (Carta-Patente) will be issued, granting Regularity, Legality, and Recognition to the new Supreme Conclave.
In its initial structure, the new Supreme Conclave must have at least nine (9) Effective Members, in addition to the Sovereign Grand Primus and the Grand Regent.

Foundation

Official constitution of the new Supreme Conclave

The foundation takes place after the granting of the Letters Patent, with the institutional formalization of the new Supreme Conclave.
The official date of Foundation and Constitution is then scheduled, marking the start of its regular activities.
The granting Supreme Conclave officially communicates the foundation to the other Regular, Legal, and Recognized Supreme Conclaves.
From the Foundation onward, all Lodges and members in the territory automatically come under the jurisdiction of the new Supreme Conclave.
If there is not yet sufficient structure to confer Degrees, the granting Supreme Conclave will confer Degrees provisionally until the new Conclave is fully able to operate autonomously.