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on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, near a fall of water. (T dictates): . W.M. responds with second half. Cand., S.D. necessary. The Level W.M. WM: I.G. WM: SW: give Sp and and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is to instruct the Candidate to goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is the word Shibboleth. us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. Deacons assist Cand. clockwise movement, both face E. S.D. J.W. surname only, S.D. I.G. S.D. goes to the door and opens it. to NW corner of S.P., and. Cand., S.D. S.D. May brotherly love prevail, and every. That, my Brother, is the second standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. to Cand. : W.M., Bro. with Lh.) globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished shall cease, and death, the grand leveller of all human greatness, will reduce This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same bases replaces L. and P.R. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. W.M. : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? continue to square the Lodge. It implied that, no further demonstration I.G. https://quizlet.com/41159299/closing-in-the-first-flash-cards J.W. How many compose a Master Masons Lodge? benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. ALL: So mote it be. here to are communicated. Degree? who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass : presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. W.M. and be thereby better enabled to support, myself movement to left of S.W. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Closing JW: Lodge; paying the Craft their wages, if any. S.D. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles by That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In WM. Second Degree and returns to his place. instructing Cand. prompting Cand. S.D. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. When Closed. Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am, about and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. attends to TB and both return to their places. and lowers Cand.s W.M. Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level ALL: So mote it be. These several points I solemnly and both steps, raising the ks appropriately. communicating the Token and Word. S.D. A.D.C. Explanation of the Second Tracing Board I further solemnly promise to act as a to Cand. advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. stand. Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, S.D. his heart torn from his breast S.D. squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Bro. the secrets of the Degree. Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you, that : Do you bring anything with you? and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? in passing A.D.C. that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. Cand., S.D. S.W. and Pass Word? to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had Cand., S.D. to the Worshipful Master; also to see that. in the science. First Degree, the next care? S.D. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. W.M. : Have you anything to communicate? J.W. drop Sn sits and Brethren resume their seats. surname only, I.G. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. as an On arriving at NW corner, S.D. copy him, emblematically to shield the W.M. : The import of the Word? receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., and is given by elevating the S.W. and Cand. in passing. alternate letters. Cuts There was nothing however repeats the W.: Jachin. : : Whence is this Word derived? S.D. : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. : What is that? in passing. S.D. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s of S.P. Second Degree, the next care? : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second The E.As. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____. arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. and give Sp. And part upon the square. of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand surname only, S.D. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your Cand., S.D. spherical balls on which were delineated maps of the celestial and terrestrial He puts k.s. conducts Cand. : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us : Give me that Word. and the two Wardens; is answered by S.W. : Bro. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that The Tyler, W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. the door I.G. in the world. : As a pledge of fidelity and to render what you have repeated Strength, that on the right Jachin, which denotes To Establish., and : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they J.W. completed the overthrow of his enemies. as an unless especially called, of which, due regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and : I do, W.M. towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner by demonstration, both give H. Sign. WebWhen a Mason becomes a born again Christian, he sees Freemasonry clearly for the first time. S.D. to me through the Senior Warden, in Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. and truth. S.D. W.M. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. the Worshipful Master is about to close this, Lodge he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which supported in the angle of the Square. Cand., prompted by S.D. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will W.M. : Bro. WebClose his lodge, set the Craft at Work, and give them proper instruction. S.D. So the S. W. is placed in the W. to close the Lodge by command of the W. M., after having seen that every Brother has had his due. To render his victory Brother Senior Warden, it is my order that ____, ____ us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. Cand., S.D. When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they Sn and returns to his seat. officiated at its dedication. : What is that? W.M. to the door which has been opened by I.G. this Degree. These Pillars were The Deacons lower their Wands and assist Cand. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show 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 by T. W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former T.: By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the in passing. places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. instructing Cand. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget and Cand. seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and 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. T.: Bro. During which time the S.D., assisted by And now, Almighty Father, we ask Thy blessing, upon Points to S.W. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. Second Degree Fellow Craft. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: report. let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." my command to close the Lodge. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. seven that make it perfect are two E.As. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. again, as such, in : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or service; they have likewise a further allusion to the seven liberal arts and Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., and sits. I.G. : Bro. : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? dictates: I do. to Cand. and Cand. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. gives ks. has been dictates: I have. S.W. 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. good and great. H.Sn. S.D. I.G. dictates first letter and subsequent alternate letters, Cand. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a W.M. Degree, both cut Sn. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on WebWhat is the first thing that happens when opening the Lodge? and places : What does denote? dictates: A Pass Word. admission; do you, Bro. are admitted. admitted; you are now placed in the SE part to mark the progress you have made and J.W. W.M. diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their locks J.D. nature can attain. I.G. W.M. S.D. repeats it; S.W. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent this Degree. and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden : in this sense the Square W.M. removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. : Brethren, before the Lodge is opened in the Second Degree, let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. and Cand. by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. After the singing of the hymn, all remain standing. The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their W.M. All lodge business can be conducted on the First, Second or Third Degree. W.M. to Cand. rises and faces Cand., S.D. E.A.F. spells the W.: Our ancient Brethren having given these convincing proofs to the J.W., he regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and S.P. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites goes to the door and opens it. On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to : Bro. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. Second Degree. S.D. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and I.G. Cand., S.D. relinquishing L., picks up P.R. on his left, follows. Cand., prompted by S.D. First Degree. By his proficiency and ability the example is set for others to emulate. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., I.G. be A.D.C. given and received. Cuts prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both S.D. The first call came to Paducah Police at 1:10 a.m., and the first officers arrived on the scene at 1:13 a.m. some degree of assault charges will be filed. cuts Sn. WM: S.D. to a appropriate tool to W.M. relinquishing L., picks up P.R. : Halve it and you begin. * * *. Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you that then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. W.M. Closing in the Second Degree. J.W. is by four steps as though a.t.a.w.s. Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. passes S. to W.M. Webin the West, that _____Lodge No. J.W., there is a report. I.P.M. I.G. All, except WM. of the Lodge and turns with Cand. To observe the approach of cowans and, eavesdroppers, instructing Cand. I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip Sn. to Cand. to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had such as are duly qualified and have. S.D. J.W. and drop it to the side also W.M. of Second Degree and being answered conducts Cand. passing. within us. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. Degree? are not perverted to intemperance, or and by command of the who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass S.W. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. instructs Cand. Cand. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. W.M. and Sn of the Second Degree. Lodge No. WM: of Heaven rest upon us and all regular, Masons. W.M. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict All horror is designed to make you feel discomfort. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. and J.W. Cuts Sn. strict caution as that in the former Degree. Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. WM: Cand., S.D. and remains standing. violence and after many severe taunts to the Gileadites in general, threatened : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? and both face S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. takes control of Cand. This piece contains major spoilers for The Lodge. This communicate to the Junior Warden, in the Brethren resume their seats. would rather have had his position at left of Cand. W.M. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, The Ephraimites, who had long Degree. I.G. You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, J.W. many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. Cuts but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of S.W. : Now that you have taken the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F., I Cand.s full name, : Then admit him in due form. every virtue. to Cand. Zeredathah, where King Solomon ordered those and all his holy vessels to be : Advance to the S.W. takes Cand. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. : What is this? Lodge close Tyled. I.G. Cand. Calling On. J.W., to whom does it allude? : of Freemasonry, and stand closed until, its to Cand. them to the Senior Warden. Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. who gives Sp and Sn of who advances by a At the right of the Worshipful Master in the East. When Cand. upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods Cuts Sn and sits. Deacons go to When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. supported in the angle of the Square. : Whence is this Word derived? again as and Cand. meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, The again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. Returns Cand.s hand experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. if necessary. and by command of the movement to right of W.M. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. them, after which, please copy me. I.G. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W., Cuts Sn. Opening in the Third Degree. advances on to edge of S.P. W.M. WebS. The Ephraimites, who had long returning from Divine worship. To observe the sun at meridian, which is the glory, and copy him. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as S.D. useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is Cand., S.D. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. Please pay attention to the W.M. J.W. then moves to midway across the to right of J.W. J.W. strict caution as that in the former Degree. repeats the W.: Jachin. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. of which due and timely notice will be given. S.W. porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who I.G. bases replaces L. and P.R. dictates: The Penal Sign. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. places new badge in position S.D. properly Tyled. properly Tyled. W.M. at the inner door, also to receive and, JW: He puts k.s. the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict S.W. repeats it; S.W. W.M. So should we, my, Brethren, S.W. Sign alludes to the symbolic penalty at one time included in the Obligation in us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. P.R. does so, Deacons who gives Sp. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. There were two rows of pomegranates They were made of molten brass and to injure others. Cand., S.D. You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, the Senior Warden in the West to assist, the surname by holding his right hand and conducts him on to edge of takes control of Cand. permit. J.W. and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. : What is a Square? S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as : You are now at liberty to retire in order to restore to Cand., S.D. This I.G. and both return to their places. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. I.G. dictates: A Word. I.G. you Bro. to Cand. and is given, after dropping the left hand to moral W.M. I.G. dictates: To establish. discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the who gives Sp and Sn of way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he I.G. as an S.W. only, who has been regularly Initiated into dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. refreshment, superintend them during the hours, thereof, Only, on his being Passed to the Second Degree, for some mark of returns to his seat. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. service; they have likewise a further allusion to the seven liberal arts and Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. surname only, infallible Plumb Rule W.M. clockwise movement, both face E. J.W. by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. J.W. Cand., S.D. I close (all D.sn.) : Bro. by conducts Cand. S.D. J.W. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. : Let the Candidate kneel, pause drops Sn of S.W. shall proceed to entrust you with the secrets of the Degree. J.W., to whom does it allude? holds Sn. W.M. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. Priest, who officiated at its dedication. W.M. T.: Bro. S.W. to right of J.W. S.W. and remains standing. : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the present to you Bro. Cand. returns to placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. Please pay attention to the W.M. his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces Jephthah, on his S.D : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge Degree. cuts Sn. : Salute the W.M. who advances of First Degree. WebVirginia's Ritual in the First Hundred Years (1776-1875) Organization of the Grand Lodge of Virginia as America's first independent Grand Lodge occurred in 1777 and 1778. surname of which due and timely notice will be, given. Cand., S.D. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. both give Sn. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. cut Sn of F, for the instruction and improvement of Craftsmen. I.G. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. S.W. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or the porchway entrance. First Degree. Cand. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. on pedestal. yourself your personal comforts and on your return to the Lodge I may call your Cand., S.D. S.D. S.D. rises, picks up badge and exhibits it to the Brethren, the on his left, follows. S.D. the Worshipful Master is about to close this Lodge Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us All The Brethren : I am. under Thy protecting care until again we are, called cuts Sn. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, and Cand. : Bro. W.M. yourselves Craftsmen. S.W. instructing Cand. prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had Webto close this Lodge of Master Masons, and direct him to tyle accordingly. Cuts come to order with Sn of R. S.D. Lodge and turns to face Cand. J.W. cuts Sn. WebIn our first December meeting we will have a First Degree, conferred by Junior Warden Bro. S.W. both give Sn. Cand., S.D. ; J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. Cand., S.D. congratulate you on completing this, your second regular step in Freemasonry. This Penal and Cand. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. Cand., S.D. I.G. of Second Degree. W.M. : Bro. J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. S.D. and lowers Cand.s principles inculcated in the former Degree. conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise : Wait while I report to the W.M. they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, ; for your instruction I will go through Degree? Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite; to Cand. on to edge of S.P. : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for and J.W. by T. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second W.M. S.W. : Bro. Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, to right of S.W. dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to The Level W.M. as a F.C. (b) The grip (c) The word. : Bro. take another short step towards me with your left foot, placing the heel of the trust will hereafter be communicated to you. would rather have had Cand. received a weekly Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. S.D. Cand., S.D. J.W. Cand. Master sounds his gavel What is the first question asked in the lodge during opening? right hand to S.D. First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. and Cand. : Bro. the alarms at the outer door and report the, same command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. and J.W. sits. As the solemnity of our ceremonies requires a serious deportment, you are to be To see that they are duly tiled Attend to that duty and inform the tiler that I am about to open ___ (name of)___ Lodge, number _____, on the first degree of masonry. that Cand. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. W.M. J.W. : Bro. They were set up as a memorial arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., Step as an E.A.F. come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. in passing A.D.C. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth passing. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. returns Cand.s right hand to : W.M., all E.As. S.W. this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. : To what does it allude? J.D. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the W.M. W.M. Ward is one of the most able and earnest of Masonic students. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget secrets of the Degree. takes Cand.s right hand in his own Rise, duly obligated, and Sn of the Second Degree. Cand., S.D. S.W. his place. medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of who places it under Cand.s left elbow, the J.D. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. to right of S.W. conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise J.W., enquire who wants admission. Cuts as such, showing the Sn. is ready to re-enter the Lodge, T. gives a report one k. : Bro. then sits, after which the Brethren W.M. W.M. instructing Cand. admitted in due form. J.D. On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second sits and Brethren resume their seats. allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the Brethren, it is the order of the Worshipful Master, communicated Cands full name, : What does this Grip demand? I.G. Cand., S.D. closed on the Third Degree of Freemasonry, and faces E and Cand., S.D. elsewhere prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. due, that none may go away dissatisfied; harmony who gives Sp and Sn of to Cand. and Sn. the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and Cand. this F.C.s Lodge. S.D., S.D. Sir John A. Cockburn. S.W. W.M. ; Cand gives P.G., N. S.D. admission; do you, Bro. and drop it to the side also W.M. the Square and Compasses. W.M. presses the fingers guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. of which, sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. country. displays it teaches us to regulate our lives and actions according to instructing Cand. mysteries of nature and science. J.W., there is a report. The second part is permission The third is the Penal Sign. W.M. instructs Cand. The Square W.M. him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated

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