African Builders' Architects

The African Builder's Architects was an esoteric association founded by C. F. Koffen in the 18th century.Spence, L. (1920). An Encyclopædia of Occultism. 2 ed. pg. 6
== Overview ==
On paper, the association was one which studied literary culture and undertook intellectual endeavours. However, one of the requirements to join was reaching a certain level within Freemasonry. 
The association included as members most notable literati of Europe in the 18th century, with branches in Worms, Cologne, and Paris. 
In 1806, a pamphlet was published in Berlin titled A Discovery Concerning the System of the Order of African Architects.
== Practices ==
The association was affiliated with the Society of Alethophilas/Lovers of Truth, from which one of its grades gained its name. 
From the name of the grades, it can be surmised that its practices were drawn from Egyptian, Christian, and Templar traditions. 
=== Inferior Grades ===
1 - Apprentice of Egyptian Secrets
2 - Initiate into Egyptian Secrets
3 - Cosmopolitan
4 - Christian Philosopher
5 - Alethophilos
=== Higher Grades ===
1 - Esquire
2 - Soldier
3 - Knight
== References ==
Category:An Encyclopædia of Occultism
Category:Freemasonry