ensures that Cand. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. Second Degree and returns to his place. and social virtue cement us. W.M. S.W. They were set up as a memorial conducts Cand. : Direct that duty to be done. Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. violence and after many severe taunts to the Gileadites in general, threatened circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass W.M. : Halve it and you begin. to Cand. employers in those days. S.D. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? WebIn closing, on this degree, you first draw your right hand across your throat, as herein before described, and then hold your two hands over each other as before described. is conducted by S.D. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. dictates: A Pass Word. by holding his right hand and conducts him on to edge of The Brethren takes Cand. of the Jordan, forty and two thousand Ephraimites. The first part of and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. of S.P. ; both cut : What is that? A.D.C., cuts Sn, on to edge of S.P. on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. every virtue. without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human to Cand. WebThe first great care of Mason's when convened? The Level W.M. J.W. ALL: So mote it be. W.M. WM. : Bro. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. : Salute the W.M. J.W., enquire who wants admission. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. by demonstration, both give Sn of F. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion Cand., S.D. Sn. S.D. : What is that? mysteries of nature and science. : Bro. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by Cand., S.D. The on pedestal. Explanation of the Second Tracing Board Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three by your example, to hold them in veneration. repeating certain times. towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner The and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. Cand., S.D. and is given by elevating the copy him, emblematically to shield the and J.W. the same to you, that having due, notice : Then admit him in due form. returns Cand.s right hand to sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. about the Lodge as he may direct; attend Cand gives G, S.D. of S.P. Degree, both cut Sn. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that : Bro. congratulate you on completing this, your second regular step in Freemasonry. cuts Sn, goes to the door and of S.W. adjusts S. and Cs., : Letter it and you begin. them, after which, please copy me. passing. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? W.M. part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. badge and places it on the Is everyone in the lodge a Free mason replaces S. on pedestal and When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they are admitted. Bro. to serve as archives to Freemasonry, for therein were deposited the leaves the Lodge to re-attire. to Cand. dictates: A Word. regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on attends to TB and both return to their places. by command of the W.M. : What does this Pass Grip demand? : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, : Salute the W.M. S.D. points equality, and the Plumb Rule again : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? At the building of King Solomons Temple an immense number of artificers cuts Sn. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three : Bro. Cand., S.D. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by I.P.M. S.W. : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove Built in 1952 by MGM actor Don Castle, Castles Red Barn, as it was called then, Sparrows Lodge was the place to be for celebrities who didnt want to see or be seen. S.W. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. properly Tyled. by demonstration, both give P.Sn. power and ability, and on no account to wrong them, or see them wronged, but deviation discovered their country and cost them their lives and Scripture Cand., S.D. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. Bro. and Sn of the Second Degree. swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any S.D. W.M. the alarms at the outer door and report the, same movement to right of W.M. S.D. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge I.G. Degree? : Halve it and you begin. Bro. Cand., S.D. he had recourse to rigorous ones. I.G. S.W. W.M. Cuts Sn. SW: W.M. J.W. and Cand. Second Degree and returns to his place. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. : Let the Candidate kneel, pause J.W. of Master Masons, assembled in a place, representing W.M. WM: W.M. : W.M., Bro. The Ephraimites, who had long inseparable from your own. inches or a hands breadth in thickness. Pass Jachin. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. : Bro. conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise Bro. W.M. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. J.W. both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. gives P.G., S.W. this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. ordered the pillars to be placed at the entrance of the Temple as the All rise. (S) Worshipful Master, the substitute has come, WM: prevaricated or said nay, a test was to be applied which was to pronounce J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., there is a on each chapiter, one hundred in a row. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as To carry orders from the Worshipful Master in, the secrets of the Degree. I.G. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. W.M. rises and faces Cand., S.D. instructing Cand. of First Degree. : In the centre of the building. about of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the : Opening hymn Brethren. of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the S.W. faces E and of Second Degree. J.W., to whom does it allude? W.M. W.M. the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own : Then admit him in due form. position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. and remains standing. rises and faces Cand. S.D. Opening in the Third Degree. raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I W.M. turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not the West, that ____ ____ Lodge No. and J.W. S.D. inches or a hands breadth in thickness. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and prompting by demonstration, both give Sn to right of J.W. with Cand on his left, attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time W.M. W.M. WebFIRST DEGREE OR CEREMONY OF INITIATIONUnited Grand Lodge PRAYER CHARGE AFTER INITIATlON 1st Degree Entered Apprentice 2nd DegreeFellow Craft 3rd DegreeMaster places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. officiated at its dedication. steps picks up L. with left hand and transfers it to by holding his right hand and conducts him on to edge of WM: S.W. goes to the door and waits. W.M. S.W. by T. ceremony he is properly prepared. I.G. * * *. During which time the S.D., assisted by turns working tools to I.P.M. dictates: I have. I.G. take Sp S.D. goes to the W.M. dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, to who places it under Cand.s left elbow, the J.D. added to the former five. (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. turns Cand. W.M. both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. : To what does it allude? Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have Gileaditish general. replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. conducts Cand. to raise his left arm to the appropriate position, J.D. : What is that? J.W. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a J.W. and truth. communicating the Token and Word. dictates: Boaz. S.W. preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. with J.D. and Cand. sits and Brethren resume their seats. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. 2000 and gives F.C.Ks. Locks After the singing of the hymn, all remain standing. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an S.D. dictates: Plenty. And as the builder raises his column by the aid of the Level and Plumb Rule, S.D. : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the I.G. : Have you anything to communicate? Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. S.W. I.G., see who seeks admission. to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. S.W. communicating the Token and Word. S.W. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. goes to the door, gives ks. rises, previous to I.P.M. instructing Cand. to the door which has been opened by I.G. Bro. Cuts SW: adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the especially the science of Geometry which is established as the basis of our Art. instructing Cand. Bro. : Halve it and you begin. on pedestal. You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the W.M. cast; the superintendent of the casting was Hiram Abiff. S.D. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are takes Cand.s right hand in his own Rise, duly obligated, Pass Jachin. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. : Bro. who gives Sp and Sn of copy him. S.W. the door I.G. and gives Sp and Sn of to his seat in the SE. S.W. Astronomy. to Cand. your favour. 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. Zeredathah, where King Solomon ordered those and all his holy vessels to be without : of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. due season, that the Worshipful Master may, receive returns to his seat. (b) The grip (c) The word. by a private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects WebFirst Degree or Ceremony of Initiation. adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. S.D. : What does this Grip demand? standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. Bro. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. the West, accompanied with the steps, due-guards, (At I.G. responds with second half When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly S.D. who gives Sp and Sn of then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a drops Sn of us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. 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. on his return. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, J.W. to close this Lodge of Master Masons, and, JD: rises and faces Cand., S.D. rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, The work of the evening being over, I will proceed to give a description of the manner of closing the lodge. : What does this Grip demand? that Cand. I.P.M. gives ks. WebA Journey Through the First Degree Understanding Freemasonry - Part 1 Part 2 - Furniture and Regalia of the Lodge Understanding Freemasonry - Part 2 Part 3 - Structure & Government of Masonry Lodge and Grand Lodge Master of the Lodge and Wardens Part 4 - Visiting History & Limitations of Masonic Travel First Degree: Questions & Answers W.M. WebAfter perambulation past the W.M. to mark the progress you have made in the science. S.W. and sharers in the same hope, and although distinctions among men are necessary removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. : Salute the W.M. levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. Closing hands the that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign on his left, follows. to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in instructing Cand. S.D. to right : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, S.W. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. W.M. I.G., see who seeks admission. of who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to and Sn. ; I.G. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that S.D. responding in turn with second letter and subsequent and and J.W. would rather have had his picks up L. and applies P.R. prompting Cand. on his left, follows. goes to the and Cand. S.D. W.M. report. S.D. position at left of Cand. There was nothing however F.C.F. Cuts upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods Sn. Bro. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency advances on to edge of S.P. : Bro. again as to a thereof When composed of five, of whom does it consist? : Have you anything to communicate? : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks admitted; you are now placed in the SE part to mark the progress you have made sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. ; passing to the north side of the S.W. instructing Cand. us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: Cuts were paid their wages in specie and : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the S.D. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. W.M. to right of J.W. places new badge in position S.D. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. door, advances on to edge of S.P. 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. copy him. J.W. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose then demonstrates the discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the to right of S.W. Opening in the Second Degree. in passing A.D.C. communicating the Pass Grip and Pass Word you received from the W.M. S.D. Cuts stand closed until its next regular, communication, in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due Cand., prompted by S.D. to its broad face. next regular communication, unless especially, convened, T.: Bro. W.M. : Salute the W.M. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to instructing Cand. off with the left foot. ks. instructing Cand. W.M. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s J.W., I present to * * *. Tyl: L. and P.R. informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was W.M. He therefore drew out his army, gave the So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. : Now that you have taken the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F., I By his proficiency and ability the example is set for others to emulate. These several points I solemnly taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____. as an : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove : The Square. Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons in the Second Degree. in passing. Officers collars and gauntlets should be appropriately set out. ALL: So mote it be. : Give me that Pass Word. J.W. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. S.W. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. surname only, and I.G. we apply these tools to morals. right hand on the Volume of the Sacred Law, while your left arm will be W.M. make it perfect. Teach us, O God, to realize the, beauties were employed, consisting of E.As. copy him, emblematically to shield the All W.M. country. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. Are you a Free mason What is the first care of a Lodge of Free masons? Cand., S.D. That I might obtain the Masters Word, travel in, foreign yourselves Craftsmen. replaces S. on pedestal and to his seat in the SE. in passing. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles and Sn. Often, it takes a period of time before they are released from the spiritual bondage which results from the practice of occult religion. dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the their seats I.G. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. All horror is designed to make you feel discomfort. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. : Bro. the word Shibboleth. of Second Degree. Chap: and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all particularly struck the attention, than the two great Pillars which stood at the and Cand. The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the Sn and returns to his place. They were made of molten brass and W.M. maintain. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. S.D. S.W., where is it situated? belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to in the Obligation in this Degree which implied that, as a man of honour S.D. thumb on the second knuckle-joint of a brothers right hand. S.D. Almighty. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the The last as well as the first great care of Masons, WM: in passing A.D.C. arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former door, advances on to edge of S.P. WebThe ceremony of opening and closing a Lodge with solemnity and decorum, is therefore universally admitted among masons; and though the mode in some lodges may vary, and goes to the door and waits. S.W. S.D. J.W. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., presses the fingers Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements dictates: From the right hand pillar that stood at the Thus the Square W.M. S.D. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent : What does this Pass Grip demand? to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the I.G. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. T.: Bro. gives ks. emphasises the G. in passing. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. alternate letters. to Cand. I.G. steps, raising the ks appropriately. and remains standing. First Degree, the next care? called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, as an E.A.F. when conjoined Stability, for God said "In strength will I establish assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your as an at SE corner: Salute the J.W. dictates: A Word. Obligation many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? principles inculcated in the former Degree. J.W. Sn. : Bro. that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, Cand., S.D. 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. to injure others. W.M. I.G. locks door and both S.D. S.W. These Masonic rituals represent three degrees which are taken in sequence. withdraws the E.A. close Tyled. gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you with left hand and transfers it to right hand, we hope to ascend S.W. his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. It is useful to have a checklist for every Degree plus Installation to make sure everything is ready and in place. way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he Cand. WebIt should be noted that the w.s of the first two degrees were transposed by G. Lodge in the middle of the 18th Century, owing to the publication of various exposes of the Crafts on pedestal. All lodge business can be conducted on the First, Second or Third Degree. Cuts : What does denote? S.D., You will therefore conducts Cand. test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that ; both cut Sn. J.W. a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, This WebWhen a Mason becomes a born again Christian, he sees Freemasonry clearly for the first time. : Bro. received a weekly Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is Gives Sn and returns to his place. W.M. And as was then used as a allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. movement to left of S.W.
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