Royal Ark Mariner

The Royal Ark Mariner degree is a Masonic degree rooted in the story of Noah and the Great Flood, symbolizing salvation, perseverance, and faith. It is conferred within a Lodge of Mark Master Masons but operates as a separate degree with its own unique traditions and symbolism. The degree draws heavily on the themes of water, the Ark as a vessel of safety, and the rainbow as a sign of divine promise. Its ceremonies explore moral lessons about survival through trials, trust in divine providence, and the virtues of patience and hope.