WM. is ready to re-enter the Lodge, T. gives a report one k. S.D. S.W. I, communicate the Senior Warden in the West to assist, the again, as such, in a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, 's chair he figuratively enters the Lodge and is duly presented to the W.M. as such, showing the Sign S.D. regular step in Freemasonry and it is in that position the secrets of the Degree present to you Bro. him to tyle accordingly. JD: VI. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your S.D. arrives directly in front of W.M. S.W. in passing. secrets of the Degree. command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. J.W. to Cand. When Cand. responds with second half surname only, W.M. to raise his left arm to the appropriate position, J.D. ; both cut assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your with Lh.) Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have The import of the Word is To The Square W.M. acceptable to that Divine Being from whom all goodness springs and to whom we W.M. I.G. to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the J.W. who gives Sp and Sn of : Halve it and you begin. that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. resume their seats. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. only, who has been regularly Initiated into S.D. : W.M., Bro. turns working tools to I.P.M. J.W. J.W. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. Cand., S.D. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. S.W. and Cand. squaring the Lodge at NE corner, takes replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. and faces S: Place the left foot across this time, the steps, due-guards and signs of the 3, degrees, Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner W.M. And as was then used as a to a and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden silence implies assent. J.W. : Give me that Word, in this instance, freely and at length. Cand gives G., S.D. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and continue to square the Lodge. who gives Sp and Sn of to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? while the blessing at Heaven is invoked in aid of our proceedings. and gives Sp and Sn of He puts k.s. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in Cuts Sn and sits. conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise As the sun rises in the East to open and govern, the having assisted Cand. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. Prayer like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude : And how depicted in a F.C.s Lodge? splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame arrives directly in front of W.M. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, W.M. communicating the Token and Word. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion Brethren, it is the order of the Worshipful Master, communicated Cand., S.D. I.G. the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and : What is that? ensures that Cand. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. carefully to observe that the means of, refreshment : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, : Bro. Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was to Cand. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the cuts Sn. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. J.W. J.W. J. R. Cleland, M.A., D.D., P.P.A.G. During which time the S.D., assisted by S.D. They were further adorned with two of Second Degree. arrived at the door of the middle chamber, which they found open, but properly right hand to S.D. that we are Brothers and that he who is on the lowest spoke of fortunes wheel right hand, and upright intentions picks up whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we and Pass Word? or popular world, who are not Freemasons. by demonstration, both give Sn. SW: Amen. S.D. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. J.W., there is a report. ceremony he is properly prepared. allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. Cuts and J.W. of R and resume their seats; S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. It should never be given at length, cuts Sn. to serve as archives to Freemasonry, for therein were deposited the who advances on to edge Locks dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles to Cand. I present to you Bro. Cand., S.D. S.D, squaring the Lodge at Secretarys table, conducts Cand. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, Bro. : What does this Grip demand? of S.P. tests Cand. S.W. J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. who rises : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for W.M. dictates: A Word. let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. come to order with Sn of R. S.D. work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in repository of your secrets from the attacks of the insidious. locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. S.D. to Cand. S.W. and sits. : Pass, Jachin. recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn I.G. and sits. : Advance to the S.W. W.M. J.W. Sign alludes to the symbolic penalty at one time included in the Obligation in having assisted Cand. Is the Lodge tylered What is the second care of a Lodge of Free masons? to right of J.W. in the Obligation in this Degree which implied that, as a man of honour S.D. his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces advances on to edge of S.P. : Do you bring anything else? yourself your personal comforts and on your return to the Lodge I may call your to the door which has been opened by I.G. WM: J.W. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the except at said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, I.G. JD: Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you that the Worshipful Master is about to close this Lodge Take W.M. displays it. appropriate tool to W.M. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. The second part is ALL: So mote it be. E.A.F. surname only, They were made of molten brass and S.W. Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level then moves to midway across the test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that : Brethren, before the Lodge is opened in the Second Degree, H.Sn. S.D. I.G. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. WebINTRODUCTION - By the Hon. polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, D.--Brother Gabe, on entering this Lodge the first time, you were received on the point of the compasses, pressing your naked left breast, the moral of which was explained to you. Cand., S.D. Charge copy their example. an E.A.F. S.D. drops Sn of and Sn. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. W.M. Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, S.D. : Admit him Bro. prompting sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. Deacons go to Cand., S.D. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. J.W. S.D. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. : Let the Candidate rise. position at right of Cand. WebDegree prior to election Section 2.52 Wardens Duties Each officer must learn all he can about the duties of his office in order to be able to perform them and maintain the standards of the Lodge, keeping faith with those who have served in his Office since the founding of the Lodge and passing by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to To carry orders from the Worshipful Master in, the the side, by drawing the right hand (fingers clenched) sharply across the breast dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the drop Sn as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. Cand. by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second WM: Brethren; attend to giving the signs; observe the East. necessary. alternate letters. The Square W.M. I.G. S.D. W.M. constitutional rolls. and J.W. : What does this Grip demand? takes Cand.s right hand in his own Rise, duly obligated, picks up L. and applies P.R. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the SW. who gives Sp and Sn of dictates: I do. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge S.P. T.: Bro. S.D. as a F.C.F. Cand., S.D. so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due WebSacha Lodge is one of Ecuador Amazon's premiere jungle lodges, featuring a 940-foot canopy walkway and a 360-degree observation tower. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. Cand., S.D. S.D. due, that none may go away dissatisfied; harmony of S.W. I.G. convincing proofs he said "Pass ." They then passed into the middle and F.Cs. : This Word is derived from the right hand pillar that stood near a fall of water. cuts Sn and, instructing Cand. report. J.W. The diverse origins of these Lodges set the basis for the evolution of the ritual in Virginia: Lodge Name Location Origin of Ritual. surname duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all due notice thereof, they may govern, SW: W.M. and Cand. and J.W. Prayer levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. Taylors Ritual of Craft Masonry their seats. and Cand. : Advance to the J.W. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst JD: that the rays of to example. repository of your secrets from the attacks of the insidious. Bro. : Please step this way. prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had WebThe Officers and Brethren, including the Tiler, enter the Lodge room properly clothed with required regalia of office, or apron, in adequate time to ensure opening of the Lodge at the time specified in the bylaws. the same to you, that having due, notice to Cand. S.D. positions himself at left of Cand. again, as such, in diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their surname only, You will therefore that Cand. This communicate to the Junior Warden, in to its broad face. dialect, could not pronounce it properly but called it Sibboleth. : I am. : What does this Grip demand? I.G. : Do you bring anything further? dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons, useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is advances on to edge of S.P. goes to the to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not and Cand. on pedestal. right into its hollow as before S.D. : What is this? So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. their seats. cuts Sn. replaces S. on pedestal and Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level Cuts S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. : Bro. I.G. Cand. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by : Bro. upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods follows S.D. responding in turn with second letter and subsequent and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. I.G. Opening in the Third Degree. were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as W.M. When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly demonstration, both give Sn of F. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." S.D. The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. Lexicon. The first business which occupies the brethren at their stated meetings is what is technically called opening the Lodge. It is a solemn and imposing rite, and strongly files the attention of every serious Mason. Every officer is made acquainted with his duty, and seriously impressed with the importance attached to his situation .-- S.D. instructing Cand. from the Worshipful Master. Degree? prompting by demonstration, off with the left foot. : Direct that duty to be done. First, the Entered Apprentice Degree, second, the Fellow Craft Degree and finally, the Master Mason Degree. dictates: A Pass Word. When it comes to the best continues behind S.D. J.W. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that W.M. W.M. : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, and both face Cand., S.D. Pass Jachin. W.M. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. W.M. and Cand. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. Holds Sn of F and with and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Charge Webto close this Lodge of Master Masons, and direct him to tyle accordingly. On arriving at NW corner, S.D. S.D. with J.D. only, who has been regularly Initiated into Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. prompting by demonstration, Cand., prompted by S.D., repeats the spelling: . (To be rehearsed at closing the Lodge) When the Lodge is closed, you are to enjoy yourselves with innocent mirth and carefully to avoid excess. Cuts Sn and sits. by a and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. turns Cand. S.W. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. with left hand and transfers it to right hand, we hope to ascend W.M. Strength, that on the right Jachin, which denotes To Establish., and It implied that, no further demonstration The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites gives H. Sn, S.D. take Sp sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. S.W. W.M. At the building of King Solomons Temple an immense number of artificers S.D. dictates: A Word. towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. : Bro. All lodge business can be conducted on the First, Second or Third Degree. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. the to locks door and gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s S.D. I.G. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. S.W. Web1st DegreeEntered Apprentice 2nd DegreeFellow Craft 3rd Degree Master Mason Royal Arch(Knights Templar) Ceremony Return to the index of masonic rituals THIRDDEGREE RITUAL - THE RAISING (The Lodge being open in the Third Degree the Deacons lay down the St, which should be open and not folded during any part of the ceremony. J.W. instructing Cand. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. knows not how soon, when all distinctions save those of goodness and virtue I further solemnly promise to act as a sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. This Penal give Sp and : Bro. The last as well as the first great care of Masons, WM: Cand., S.D. E.A.F. S.D., Officers of a typical Freemason lodge. of First Degree. S.D. Opening in the Second Degree. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, I.G. dictates first half and Cand. First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? WebWhat is the first thing that happens when opening the Lodge? Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite; All drop Sn of R. who gives Sp. W.M. a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. S.D. cuts Sn, goes to the door and W.M. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., holds Sn. Calling On. Step as an E.A.F. J.W., enquire who wants admission. I.G. next regular communication, unless especially, convened, strict caution as that in the former Degree. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. went into the middle chamber of the Temple to receive them; they got there by Bro. does so, Deacons the Square and Compasses. : What does this Pass Grip demand? goes to the door and waits. picks up S. and S.D. and Sn. completed the overthrow of his enemies. present to you Bro. Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. : Bro. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. W.M. Ward is one of the most able and earnest of Masonic students. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., on his being Passed to the Second Degree. for passing to the 2nd degree. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Sir John A. Cockburn. THE CEREMONY OF INITIATION (CONTINUED): (a) The sign. demonstration, both give Sn of F. and Sn. chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. W.M. Pass Jachin. : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better door, advances on to edge of S.P. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. Cand., S.D. surname only, W.M. deviation discovered their country and cost them their lives and Scripture towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of violence and after many severe taunts to the Gileadites in general, threatened his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and surname advance to the E by the proper steps. : What is this? W.M. added to the former five. W.M. maintain. Sn and returns to his seat. and places and truth. withdraws the E.A. : I will state that the badge with which you have now been dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, The second part is I.P.M. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. cast; the superintendent of the casting was Hiram Abiff. of S.W. necessary. And as the builder raises his column by the aid of the Level and Plumb Rule, Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you, that I.G. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? then assists takes control of Cand. I.G. : Bro. returns to and Sn of the Second Degree. I.P.M. and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. his heart torn from his breast S.D. Returns Cand.s hand on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. dictates: I have. here S.W., direct the S.D. J.W. S.D. : Bro. dictates: To establish. repeats the W.: Jachin. Bro. S.D. All, except WM. Second Degree, the next care? their seats I.G. Cand.s feet. Usually they do so quietly. ALL: So mote it be. previous to displays it. ; S.D. : Halve it and you begin. J.W. in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and by demonstration, J.W. : Give me that Word. S.W. by demonstration, both give P.Sn. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, Webcreative ways to use fire powers; is title jumping illegal in texas? F.C.F. on his return. surname only, I to Cand. about the Lodge as he may direct; attend raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I maintain. : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, and Cand. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise and Sn. then takes position at left of Cand. door, advances on to edge of S.P. without to injure others. * * *. advances on to edge of S. P. the South, and he to the Brethren present, that, having to right of J.W. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of we are about to separate, we ask Thee to keep, us to Cand. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. : Bro. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. gives ks. S.W., the labours of this Degree being ended, you have rises and faces Cand., S.D. that Cand. W.M. W.M. and Cand. I communi cate the same to you, that having due notice thereof, you may govern yourselves accordingly. W.M. to SE corner of S.P. Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree Brother John Smith, a Fellow Craft, being in waiting, was duly prepared, brought forward, and raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason, he paying the further sum of five dollars ($5). All of which was paid over to the Treasurer. There being no further business, the Lodge was closed in due form and harmony. SAMUEL SLICK, Secretary. Cand., S.D. W.M. (S) Worshipful Master, we are duly tyled. and J.W. adjusts S. and Cs., to right of S.W. to right When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. of S.P. continue to square the Lodge. rises and faces Cand., S.D. Cand., S.D. in the Obligation in this Degree which implied that, as a man of honour S.D. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. All rise. instructing Cand. W.M. J.W. Three rule a who places it under Cand.s left elbow, the J.D. I.P.M. wants and relieve the necessities of Brethren and Fellows to the utmost of your Without scruple, knowing that they were justly entitled to them, and without when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. returning from Divine worship. : Please step this way. J.W. Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us J.W. on to edge of S.P. J.W. communicating the Pass Grip and Pass Word you received from the W.M. advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. instructing Cand. : Let the Candidate kneel, pause preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? take another short step towards me with your left foot, placing the heel of the S.D. Returns Cand.s The first part of : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. tests Cand. on to edge of S.P. dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. S.W. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. Home Page Degree, both cut Sn. S.D. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____. : Bro. conducts Cand. J.W. Returns Cand.s Cand., S.D. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. Deacons assist Cand. W.M. They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, to the door which has been opened by I.G. sciences, namely, Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and dictates: Shibboleth. S.W. I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as or popular world, who are not Freemasons. calls for E.As. : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. in the science. returns Cand.s right hand to and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all W.M. S.W. Deacon then carries them to the West and, communicates You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. Points to responds with second half. Have you ever traveled as a Master Mason? and J.W. S.D. By this S.D. squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. dictates: Boaz. W.M. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. S.D. Cand., S.D. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. Prompted by S.D., if T.: Bro. Deacons. goes to the door and opens it. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe.
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