Author-in-Residence, Kamel Oussayef
Kenneth A Clay, Jr., 33°
Deputy for New Hampshire
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Kamel Oussayef, 33º is a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite (AASR) in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America. He was born in Sétif, Algeria, schooled during his teenage years in Sceaux, near Paris, and resided, studied, and worked in France for many years. He holds an MA from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University and an MS from Boston University’s School of Public Communications.
Kamel is associated with several Masonic organizations. He is a Past Master of Converse Lodge and William Parkman Lodge. The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts awarded him the prestigious Henry Price and Joseph Warren medals for distinguished service to Freemasonry. In the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, he is a proud “adopted” member of the New Hampshire Consistory and the recipient of both the Meritorious Service Award and the Sovereign Grand Commander Distinguished Service Award “for outstanding, distinguished and exemplary service to the Masonic fraternity at large and for having demonstrated such service to the Scottish Rite not often witnessed among the general membership.” Kamel has also worked very successfully for more than 18 years in membership development for the Scottish Rite, the Shriners, and Blue Lodges using very successful innovative methods of recruitment.
Kamel has been a Knight of the Order of Lafayette since 2016. This international institution recognizing individuals in all fields, who have worked at fostering a friendly relationship between the peoples of France and the United States. In 2020, he was inducted into the prestigious Society of Blue Friars as its 110th member. Established in 1932, this organization recognizes authors for their innovative contributions to Masonic literature. Kamel has worked as a volunteer at the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library in Lexington, Massachusetts, since 2003. His books are a contribution to the study of the Higher Degrees of Freemasonry and the genesis of its rituals. His new book, A Freemason’s Journey through Space and Time is published by the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library in Lexington, Massachusetts. This Masonic manual that reads like a novel, is a collaborative work between Kamel and Jacques G. Ruelland, PhD, 33°, the Scottish Rite Deputy for the Province of Quebec, Canada. This book offers a captivating blend of historical fiction, spirituality, and philosophical inquiry, all framed within the enigmatic world of Freemasonry. As readers follow the protagonist through the 33 Degrees of Freemasonry, they are taken on a global journey across diverse historical periods and cultural settings, from before the Middle Ages to the present day. The narrative even delves into various religious and philosophical traditions, creating a rich, multi-layered experience. Given its unique approach, the book stands out as both a Masonic manual and a novel, making complex concepts accessible through storytelling. It serves as an educational tool for newer members, while providing seasoned Masons and the general public with a rich tapestry of philosophical, historical, and sociological insights. The collaborative effort of Kamel and Jacques G. Ruelland, grounded in their extensive Masonic backgrounds, ensures that the story remains both engaging and deeply rooted in the integrity of Freemasonry’s centuries-old teaching traditions. |
Biography of Jacques G. Ruelland, PhD, 33º
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