Occult Theocrasy - Part II - Ch 48 - pg365

Occult Theocrasy - Part II - Ch 48 - pg365

This video discusses Chapter 48 of 'Occult Theocrasy,' focusing on the history and structure of the Order of the Moes, a secret society founded in 1763 as a response to the excommunication of Freemasons by Pope Clement XIV. The chapter explores its ceremonies, notable characteristics, and eventual decline.

Key Points:

Formation of the Order of the Moes
The Order of the Moes was established in 1763 by German Catholics who wished to distance themselves from Freemasonry after a papal bull excommunicated the latter. This new order included distinct laws, rituals, and members who sought protection from the Vatican.

Membership and Leadership Structure
Adherence to Roman Catholicism was originally required for membership, though this rule was loosely enforced. Each lodge had male and female leaders who alternated governance every six months, illustrating a unique approach to leadership within the order.

Ceremonial Practices
The initiation process involved blindfolding candidates who would kiss a life-size model of a dog known as the mope, suggesting a mix of humorous and esoteric influences in their rituals. This included elements appropriated from Masonic practices.

Decline of the Order
The Order of the Moes, once popular, eventually faded due to societal changes and the fallout from the French Revolution, which discredited many secret societies and led to a broader disillusionment with organizations like the Illuminati.

Misleading Historical Assertions
The video critiques certain historical claims regarding the order's decline, noting the existence of documents suggesting continued activity and influence within the secret society realm.