Fifth Degree
The Noble Degree — summit of knightly honour
The Fifth Degree — the Noble Degree — is the highest rank of knightly achievement in KSJI, conferred upon officers and sir knights whose lifetime of uniformed service, Catholic fidelity, and Grand leadership has been truly exemplary.
The Fifth Degree is conferred by the Bishop of the Diocese in solemn ceremony at the Cathedral or a designated church — in the presence of the Noble Grand Master, Temple Officers, and the Noble Degree Team. The liturgy, prayer, and ritual speak to a knight who has lived Catholic principles publicly for no fewer than ten consecutive years in uniform.
Preparation takes place within the Nobles Temple, where ritualists train with precision and degree teams rehearse under Temple Officers before the public ceremony.
Noble knights continue as counsellors to Grand officers, mentors to Chevaliers and commandery presidents, and living witnesses at conventions, memorial masses, and major ecclesiastical gatherings.
Gates of Advancement
Fourth Degree uniformed knight or commandery / Grand officer
Minimum ten consecutive years of uniformed service
Exemplary Catholic conduct and unblemished commandery record
Selection through Grand degree authority and Noble Degree Team review
Episcopal approval and conferral by the Bishop of the Diocese
Temple Pillars
Noble Rank
The highest degree of knightly achievement — a crown of distinguished service.
Episcopal Honour
Conferred by the Bishop with diocesan solemnity, prayer, and dignity.
Sacred Temple
Ritual home where the Order's deepest ceremonies are prepared and guarded.
Living Legacy
Noble knights whose fidelity shapes the future of the Grand Commandery.
Formation & Ceremony
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Rite 01 Eligibility Review
Grand officers and the Noble Degree Team confirm years of uniformed service.
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Rite 02 Noble Formation
Intensive preparation with Temple Officers, chaplain, and degree exemplifiers.
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Rite 03 Temple Rehearsal
Ritual perfection within the Nobles Temple before public ceremony.
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Rite 04 Episcopal Conferral
The Bishop confers the Noble Degree in solemn liturgy.
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Rite 05 Noble Life
Ongoing counsel, witness, and inspiration across Accra West Grand.
What this degree calls forth
- Lifetime fidelity to the Mother Church and the Noble Order
- Leadership at commandery, district, regiment, and Grand levels
- Mentoring Chevaliers, officers, cadets, and new knights
- Noble witness at conventions, exemplifications, and major liturgies
- Stewardship of Temple ritual and degree team excellence
Ready for exemplification?
Degree schedules and exemplification dates are announced through commanderies, auxiliaries, and the Grand Secretariat.
