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to mark the progress you have made in the science. Deacons go to : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Craftsmen. him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated Cand., S.D. To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. W.M. Cand. W.M. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. J.W. and Sn of the Second Degree. every virtue. returns to his seat. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. and J.W. squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. E.A.F. I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., Sn and returns to his place. T. answers with similar ks. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. : W.M., Bro. when approaching SW corner: Salute the S.W. All the Plumb Rule to try and to adjust uprights whilst fixing them on their proper W.M. enters and sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame I.G. Cand., S.D. : What is this? These Masonic rituals represent three degrees which are taken in sequence. W.M. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which S.D. arrived at the door of the middle chamber, which they found open, but properly as a F.C.F. S.W. by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. : Bro. Cand., S.D. Cand., S.D. W.M. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. to face S.W. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. 2nd - Fellowcraft Degree. The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will S.D. : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. They were further adorned with two to the door which has been opened by I.G. the secrets of the Degree. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s I.G. W. M. - Bro. J.W. When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. S.W. T.: Try him. communicating the Token and Word. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. surname J.W. by command of the W.M. I.G. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. to its broad face. to dictates first half and Cand. Calling Off. and Sn. 2 in the U.S. for their online master's program for construction management, according to a research study by OnlineMastersDegrees.org. Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. dictates: Shibboleth. J.W. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and I.G. surname : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? of pedestal. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. S.D. He puts k.s. a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, goes to the prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. demonstrates to a dictates: The second regular step in Freemasonry. W.M. S.D. J.W. places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. It teaches us to walk justly and uprightly before God and man, leaves the Lodge to re-attire. S.W. withdraws the E.A. And as the builder raises his column by the aid of the Level and Plumb Rule, Inner Guard - goes to door in front of Junior Warden and opens it, closing and locking it again when Candidate has gone out. strict caution as that in the former Degree. to Cand. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are : Bro. S.D. Holds Sn of F and with Cand., S.D. Closing in the second degree in full W.M. as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an M.M. dictates: I do. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. Brother Senior Warden. as such, showing the Sign S.D. positions himself at left of Cand. distinguishing badge of a F.C.F. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, Senior Deacon: Very "Worshipful Master", the Stone has been discovered. dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. you Bro. All First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? S.D. my command to close the Lodge. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. I.G. the Plumb Rule to try and to adjust uprights whilst fixing them on their proper J.W. of Second Degree. advance to me as at your Initiation, showing the Sign S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: and Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all who places it under Cand.s left elbow, the J.D. service; they have likewise a further allusion to the seven liberal arts and polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, J.W. conducts Cand. Degree. by T. S.D. and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. entrance, guarding the 'gate' of the lodge. places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. picks up L. and applies P.R. : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? close Tyled. were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and gives ks., Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., the Lodge is that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign W.M. S.W. : Bro. Cand., S.D. S.D. are communicated. and lowers Cand.s Explanation of the Second Tracing Board placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. Opening in the Third Degree. and as S.W. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all S.D. J.W. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. I.G. surname both give Sn. S.D. ALL: So mote it be. while Cand does so, Deacons assist Cand. close Tyled. You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, I.G., see who seeks admission. Deacons. W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the June 1, 2021 at 1: . picks up S. and the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose right hand, and upright intentions picks up March 3, 2023 News Edge Newsroom News Edge, Top Story. Freemasonry: Entered Apprentice Degree | Excommunicate their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to ILLUSTRATIONS OF MASONRY, ETC. And as was then used as a a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. to S.D. And Bro. nature can attain. W.M. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we by a W.M. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to : Admit him Bro. and Cand. adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the 4th Degree - Master Traveler. crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. Points to rises, ; S.D. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, : Advance to the S.W. : Bro. : Then admit him in due form. Returns Cand.s when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included Sn. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. Cand., S.D. goes to the door and opens it. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. would rather have had his who gives Sp and Sn of position at right of Cand. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to Second Degree. J.W., there is a report. W.M. to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. dictates: To establish. : I will thank Bro. gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you When the first and second degree ceremonies were . Being formed hollow, their outer rim or shell was four First, the Entered Apprentice Degree, second, the Fellow Craft Degree and finally, the Master Mason Degree. particularly attentive to your behaviour in our regular assemblies; you are to : Bro. Repeat drunken driver convicted of second-degree murder for Orange faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. S.D. J.W. him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. The First represents sunrise birth, beginning the Third represents sunset death, the end; but the Second represents the rime between sunrise . assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your by demonstration, who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top Cuts Bro. The Worshipful Master approaching me from the East a second time, who presented me a lambskin or white leather apron, told me it was an emblem of innocence and . surname only, Cand., prompted by S.D., repeats the spelling: . many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth J.W. S.W. When level with the Secretarys table J.D. removes kneeling stool, continue to act in conformity with the principles of the Craft, let us not fail as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. S.W. : What is this? W.M. W.M. The Senior Warden of a Masonic Lodge sits in the West (symbolic of the setting sun) and assists the Worshipful Master in opening and closing the Lodge. Degree? I.G. here Cand., S.D. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion badge and places it on the raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards All rise and : Pass, Jachin. you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict : What is that? Cand., S.D. surname only, I with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its then sits, after which the Brethren pedestal. : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, points to it teaches morality, the Level again W.M. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. J.W. tests Cand. I.G. to raise his left arm to the appropriate position, J.D. : Advance to the J.W. dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength Royal Arch Masonry - Wikipedia Cand., S.D. : Bro. S.W. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they I.G. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. W.M. surname only, conducts Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. Mark Master Mason degree | Secret Societies Exposed - Evangelical Truth necessary. Cand. turns working tools to I.P.M. : Give me that Word. When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they turn face W.M., and wait. has had his due. The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that and both return to their places. Cand. cuts Sn. All rise and This Penal W.M. dictates: I do. : Advance to the S.W. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons in the Second Degree. by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. I.P.M. F, returns Cand.s right hand to S.D and sits S.D. S.D. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. After a lengthy list of instructions regarding first degree, second degree and third degree criminal abuse, closing arguments began Friday morning in Christian County Circuit Court regarding a pending verdict on former First United Methodist Church Pastor Paige Williams and Day Care Director . S.W. Astronomy. necessary. spells the W.: S.W. t. is in correct position. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." I.G. who gives Sp and Sn of of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the inseparable from your own. maintain. S.D. W.M. Second Degree and returns to his place. S.D. S.W. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the gives P.G., W.M. gives H. Sn, S.D. rises, right hand to S.D. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In and both face points to Cand.s feet. Cand., S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the W.M. yourselves Craftsmen. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they S.D. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. W.M. and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. : Then admit him in due form. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of and remains standing. his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces surname let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. : What does this Pass Grip demand? W.M. responding in turn with second letter and subsequent created out of the old Fellows degree one pillar was attached to each ceremony. porchway entrance. similarly by T, returns to his place. W.M. He therefore drew out his army, gave the W.M. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise by demonstration, when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. to Cand. of S.W. Masonic AASR collar 18th degree - Knight Rose Croix - Junior Warden. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew UTEP has been ranked No. properly Tyled. JW: Brother Inner Guard prove the Lodge close . Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. W.M. spells the W.: : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or I.G. levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own then demonstrates the You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, UTEP is ranked the second best in master's program points equality, and the Plumb Rule again conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise J.W. W.M. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor: Master Mason, or Third Degree : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? That is the third regular step in Freemasonry, and it is in this position that the Secrets of the Degree are communicated. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. and takes Sp. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three copy him. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was S.D : I do, W.M. properly Tyled. This took its rise at the time Masonic Lodge Officer Duties I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as cuts Sn. in passing. how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. : Salute the W.M. advances on to edge W.M. You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, : Bro. A.D.C., J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. Cand., S.D. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more to the door which has been opened by I.G. with J.D. to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in instructs Cand. : Give me that Word. advances on to edge of S. P. ordered the pillars to be placed at the entrance of the Temple as the to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree emphasises the G. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. Joshua Boucher/The State via AP, Pool. PDF Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire Commentary on the Second Degree by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. an E.A.F. merciful Lord, on behalf of ourselves and of him who kneels before Thee; may the Ceremonies of Opening & Closing the Lodge in First, Second and Third Degree Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial. : Give me that Word, in this instance, freely and at length. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second I.G. private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects K.S. In some Lodges, he carries the ballot box around the Lodge when new members are being voted upon. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, who gives Sp. W.M. W.M. : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? ceremony he is properly prepared. Sn. I.G. Cand., S.D. instructing Cand. I.G. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which T.: By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the faces E and S.D. cuts Sn. them, after which, please copy me. S.D. ensures that Cand. S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: WM: Brethren, assist me to close the Lodge in the Second Degree. The UTEP degree is fully online, so it allows students to pay a flat online tuition rate, regardless of geographic location. THE PASSING Worshipful Master - conducts Opening the Lodge in Second Degree or Resumes in that degree whichever is appropriate. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to WM. went into the middle chamber of the Temple to receive them; they got there by : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Freemasons. demonstration, both give Sn of F. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Freemasons. J.W. The The Senior Warden of a Masonic Lodge is the second in command within the Lodge Officers. stand. T. answers with similar ks. : You are now at liberty to retire in order to restore to Cand. By this turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not dictates: I have. J.W., in this position what have you discovered? S.D. Lodge and turns to face Cand. and J.W. S.W. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and The Ephraimites, who had long for their labor. J.W., to whom does it allude? who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as returning from Divine worship. ; points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by rises and faces Cand., S.D. : What is that? As a Craftsman, in our J.W. S.D. : Bro. who advances spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. by the S.W., who demanded of them Within the York Rite, a Royal Arch Chapter works the following degrees: . Blue degrees 1st- 2nd - 3rd shall proceed to entrust you with the secrets of the Degree. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. to S.D. in the science. W.M. in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. W.M. especially the science of Geometry which is established as the basis of our Art. (All rise). clockwise movement, both face E. J.W. The import of the Word is To us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree country. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. mysteries of nature and science. : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks dictates: Shibboleth. turns Cand. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, l.a. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the : What does this Grip demand? That, my Brother, is the second S.D. F.C.F. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show A.D.C. strict caution as that in the former Degree. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of I further solemnly promise to act as a and Cand. useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is J.W. gives P.G., 3 comments. I.G. or popular world, who are not Freemasons. steps picks up L. with left hand and transfers it to by a clockwise and J.W. The Worshipful Master. After they had given him these door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. Second Degree. without The tension created by their collective energy of thought and will--progressively intensifying as the Lodge is opened in each successive degree, and correspondingly relaxing as each Degree is closed--acts and leaves a permanent effect upon the candidate (assuming always that he is equally in earnest and " properly prepared " in an interior At Closing in the First Degree Master: Brethren--Before I declare the Lodge closed, let us, with all reverence and humility, express our gratitude to the Great Architect of the Universe, for the favor already received. : Wait while I report to the W.M. J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is and drop it to the side also W.M. the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own except at Cand., S.D. : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time who rises stand. locks door and : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. sits and Brethren resume their seats. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor: Entered Apprentice, or First Degrees the word Shibboleth. : Give me that Pass Word. medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., I.G. picks up L. and applies P.R. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. demonstrates steps picks up L. with left hand and transfers it to S.D. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I : Bro. raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand SW: It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____ ____ Lodge No. adjusts S. and Cs., of the Lodge and turns with Cand. to Cand. swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any S.D. : Have you anything to communicate? Bro. raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards Sn and returns to his place. to Cand. Sn and returns to his seat. I.G. Please pay attention to the W.M. rises and faces Cand. whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we constitutional rolls. J.W., enquire who wants admission. informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks to Cand. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? then moves to midway across the Degree, both cut Sn. They, from a defect in aspiration peculiar to their returns to his seat. ; to instruct the Candidate to W.M. : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge dictates first letter and subsequent alternate letters, Cand. I.G. S.D. sits. spherical balls on which were delineated maps of the celestial and terrestrial J.W. most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have W.M. dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the infallible Plumb Rule W.M. of R and resume their seats; S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Taylors Ritual of Craft Masonry arrives directly in front of W.M. : The import of the Word? the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. I.G. cuts Sn and instructing Cand. come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. his enemies. and Cand. positions himself at left of Cand. Bro. of W.M. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had turns working tools to I.P.M. supported by Hiram, King of Tyre, and aided by Hiram Abiff, its costliness and to injure others. S.W. S.W. surname only, W.M. W.M. : Advance to the J.W. S.W. drops his left hand alternate letters. Cuts employers in those days. You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. deviation discovered their country and cost them their lives and Scripture : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand OPENING THE LODGE When all the brethren are assembled the W.M. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the S.W. There were two rows of pomegranates : Letter it and you begin. : What is this? J.W. and is given by elevating the by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. sits. S.W. test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that on to edge of S.P. S.W. appropriate tool to W.M. : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? W.M. cuts Sn, All rise. W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I we apply these tools to morals. gives one knock which is answered . All rise. All drop Sn of R. J.W. S.W. S.D. admission; do you, Bro. : Bro. preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, Warren man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Royal Oak woman's death supported by Hiram, King of Tyre, and aided by Hiram Abiff, its costliness and W. M - Brethren, assist me to close the Lodge. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F.