We welcome you to the August Order of Light, an ancient and venerable tradition that seeks to illuminate the deeper mysteries of life through the practice of Eastern esotericism. Our Order, founded by Dr. Maurice Vidal Portman and refined through many decades of scholarly research and practice, offers Master Masons a unique path to spiritual and intellectual enlightenment. We draw upon the rich philosophical traditions of India, ancient Egypt, Greece, and elsewhere to provide keys that unlock the symbolic meanings and purpose of what it means to live a life of virtue. Through our ceremonial degrees and regular gatherings around the principal dates of the solar calendar, we endeavor to dispel the darkness that obscures eternal truths, guiding our brethren toward that perfect circle of understanding where the physical and spiritual planes unite. Entry into our Order requires not merely Masonic qualification, but a genuine commitment to esoteric study and the presentation of scholarly work that demonstrates your readiness to receive the light we preserve and transmit. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

The Arch Presidents