National Mexican Rite founded (1825)

The National Mexican Rite emerged as a distinct Masonic path for those who did not align with existing political factions. It was established in 1825 to promote a specific political model and clean government in Mexico, marking a departure from the dominant Scottish and York Rites.

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Background and detail

Background. Mexican Freemasonry developed significantly in the early republic, influencing political actions. Conservative ideas gathered in lodges of the Scottish Rite, while reformists chose the York Rite. This division created a space for a third alternative, leading to the formation of a national rite that sought to define a political model for Mexico.

Political Context. The arrival of Joel Roberts Poinsett, the Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States, contributed to the division of young Mexican Freemasonry into two political movements. These movements were not strictly defined, prompting those who did not identify with them to seek a new path. This context facilitated the founding of the National Mexican Rite.

Founding Purpose. The National Mexican Rite was founded in 1825 by Freemasons who did not identify with the existing alternatives. Its primary aim was to create a political model for Mexico and establish a clean government. This initiative represented a third way in the Masonic landscape, distinct from the conservative and reformist factions.

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