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Initiation of the Knight Kadosh
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Initiation of the Knight Kadosh
Taking the left hand of the blindfolded candidate and placing it on the beating body of a sheep, the deceived candidate is then expected to plunge a knife into what he believes is the body of a human. Date: 1890s
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This evocative photograph captures the intense moment of the Initiation of the Knight Kadosh, a ritual performed in certain secret societies, believed to date back to the 18th century. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit room, where a blindfolded candidate, dressed in a long white robe, stands before an altar. In his outstretched left hand, he clutches a knife, his expression a mixture of fear and determination. Behind him, a hooded figure, the Master of the Ceremony, reaches out with his right hand, guiding the candidate's hand towards an unsuspecting victim. However, this is no human life at stake, but rather a sheep, its body beaten and prepared to deceive the candidate. The deception is a crucial part of the initiation process, designed to test the candidate's courage, obedience, and trust in the brotherhood. The initiation of the Knight Kadosh is one of the most mysterious and debated rituals within the Freemasons and other secret societies. While some view it as a test of character and a means of building a strong bond among members, others see it as a dark and unnecessary aspect of these organizations. Regardless of one's perspective, there is no denying the powerful imagery and symbolism present in this photograph, which offers a glimpse into the enigmatic world of secret societies and their initiation ceremonies. This photograph, taken in the late 1890s, is a rare and intriguing document of a long-standing tradition that continues to fascinate and intrigue scholars, historians, and the general public alike.
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