: What does denote? : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part,
: Salute the W.M. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. First Degree, the next care? Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. J.W. : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. ceremony he is properly prepared. who rises
principles inculcated in the former Degree. : Pass, Jachin. door, advances on to edge of S.P. whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we
dictates: I have. were employed, consisting of E.As. supported in the angle of the Square. to Cand. I.G. on his left, follows. admission; do you, Bro. of First Degree as they walk past J.W. W.M. : Bro. the secrets of the Degree. this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. by a clockwise
Closing Further Reading: Memory Work - Masonic Rituals and Ciphers states his full name, in the
taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. and J.W. I.G. assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your
Cand., S.D.
on to edge of S.P. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. J.W. sits. and J.W. gives H. Sn, S.D. First Degree, the next care? : Bro. cuts Sn,
to Cand. The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who,
prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their
J.W. and applies it to broad face of L. and
All drop Sn of R. to a
: Admit him Bro. S.W. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or
in passing A.D.C. instructing Cand. As a Craftsman, in our
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. responding in turn with second letter and subsequent
PDF Raising - West Lancashire Freemasons S.D. then demonstrates the
joined by J.D. and Cand. rises and faces Cand. ; S.D. W.M. and J.W. gives ks. and Sn. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both
gives P.G.,
copy him. S.D. surname only,
Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. rises,
and I.G. J.D. similarly by T, returns to his place. : Bro. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P.
UTEP is ranked the second best in master's program K.S. dictates: Shibboleth. him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated
Zeredathah, where King Solomon ordered those and all his holy vessels to be
conducts Cand. : Bro. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. The Worshipful Master then examines the stone and declares "It is indeed the missing Stone. dictates: A Word. and remains standing. after having seen that every Bro. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. This Penal
: Give me that Pass Word. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. Mark Master Mason degree | Secret Societies Exposed - Evangelical Truth A Description of the Ceremonies used in opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentice Masons; which is the same in all upper degrees, with the exception of the difference in the signs, due-guards, grips, pass-grips, words and their several names; all of which will be given and explained in their proper places as the work progresses. Cuts Sn. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to
Degree? so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due
gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you
diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their
May He continue to preserve the Order, by cementing and adorning it with Amen. and Cand. Home Ceremonies of Opening & Closing the Lodge in First, Second and . to instruct the Candidate to
: What is this? dictates: A Word. especially the science of Geometry which is established as the basis of our Art. and gives Sp and Sn of
a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise,
will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." to Cand. : Give me that Word. to Cand. states his full name, in the
repeating
S.W. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. And as was then used as a
: What does this Grip demand? J.W. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. points to Cand.s feet. of First Degree as they walk past J.W. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. to S.D. dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. good and great. is conducted by S.D. : Bro. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." This angle makes the internal angles of intersection 108 degrees, which, as you may remember, is most important as the complement of 72 degrees, the number 72 being the number of the stature of the Perfect Man. and takes Sp. dictates: I do. of
who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as
Jay Leno Debuts His 'Brand New Face' After Suffering Third-Degree Burns He therefore drew out his army, gave the
Cand., S.D. demonstrates
many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? : Bro. surname only,
S.D. W.M. Closing in the Third Degree. his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. S.W. Closing in the second degree in full W.M. Joshua Boucher/The State via AP, Pool. S.D. : Let the Candidate kneel, pause
: Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. Cuts
conducts Cand. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget
J.W., there is a report. The Mark Master Mason degree is in some respects an extension of the Fellowcraft or Second degree. He helps to ensure that the Lodge is operating smoothly. Cuts
"The word degree, in its primitive meaning, signifies a step. They consist of Signs a Token and Word. to Cand. J.W. S.D. : Bro. S.D. Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. Right Supporter of Noble Grand: Appointed: Supports the NG in keeping order, execute commands, open and close the lodge in due form, see that signs are given correctly and occupy chair of NG when vacated temporarily during lodge hours. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand,
instructing Cand. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second
to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. W.M. The Senior Warden of a Masonic Lodge is the second in command within the Lodge Officers. seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and
Cand. During which time the S.D., assisted by
(T. dictates): A Pass Word. Cand., S.D. by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. shall cease, and death, the grand leveller of all human greatness, will reduce
places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W.,
There were two rows of pomegranates
W.M. in the Obligation in this Degree which implied that, as a man of honour S.D. W. M. - Bro. closed until opened by proper authority, of which. : What is a Square? belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to
close Tyled. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. S.W. as a F.C. In some jurisdictions the degree is conferred in a lodge of Fellowcraft Masons, that is, the Second degree of the Blue Lodge. I.G. Step
W.M. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree
Deacons assist Cand. or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O
admission; do you, Bro. to Cand. sits and Brethren resume their seats. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. W.M. He therefore drew out his army, gave the
Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons,
cuts Sn and instructing Cand. conducts Cand. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given:
and sharers in the same hope, and although distinctions among men are necessary
upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods
S.D. a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. Cand., S.D. Lodge and turns to face Cand. spells the W.:
and remains standing. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge
Locks
God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. without
by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. advances on to edge of S.P. W.M. T.: Try him. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. J.W. removes kneeling stool,
leaves the Lodge to re-attire. I.G. of Second Degree and being answered
both give Sn. who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top
it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the
cuts Sn and sits. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the
without
And Bro. Cand. : The import of the Word? locks door and both S.D. S.W. It should never be given at length,
I.G. : When did it take its rise? Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. to Cand. Cand. by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to
First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. These several points I solemnly
This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same
gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s
merciful Lord, on behalf of ourselves and of him who kneels before Thee; may the
prompting by demonstration,
J.D. conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of
: What is that? J.W. Cuts
prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and
Cand., S.D. Deacons. All
Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. Cand., S.D. drop Sn
calls for E.As. Masonic AASR collar 18th degree - Knight Rose Croix - Junior Warden. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was
W.M. leaving the Lodge. withdraws the E.A. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to
and truth. and both return to their places. to face S.W. admitted; you are now placed in the SE part to mark the progress you have made
Thus the Square W.M. and J.W. dictates: Plenty.
All - (stand to order with E.A.sn.) : What is this? cuts Sn. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. them, after which, please copy me. of Second Degree. Charge
standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. Included in the day were . Cuts
J.W. seven that make it perfect are two E.As. in the science. Explanation of the Second Tracing Board
To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion
Aimed at raising awareness regarding the importance of teaching anthropology through all grade levels, including higher education, the theme of this year was employability with a degree in anthropology. cuts Sn. (T. dictates): The Pass Grip leading from the First to the
W.M. W.M. having released
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 . A.D.C.,
S.D. cuts Sn. gives one knock which is answered . J.W. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that
: Then admit him in due form. dictates first half and Cand. instructing Cand. to NW corner of S.P., and. I.G. : Now that you have taken the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F., I
enters and
A South Carolina jury has found once-prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty on all counts in the deaths of his wife and son. movement to right of W.M. the Brethren resume their seats. S.W. surname
E.As. necessary. : Bro. then sits, after which
recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn
Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have
accord, do hereby and hereon W.M. goes to the door and opens it. arrived at the door of the middle chamber, which they found open, but properly
S.W. S.W. and by command of the
you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict
gives G., S.D. Cand gives G, S.D. face E. However they are still within . to S.D. S.D. of Second Degree. wants and relieve the necessities of Brethren and Fellows to the utmost of your
having assisted Cand. S.W., the labours of this Degree being ended, you have
does so, Deacons
pedestal. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of
continue to act in conformity with the principles of the Craft, let us not fail
and I.G. : Give me that Pass Word. to his seat in the SE. Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. F, returns Cand.s right hand to S.D and sits S.D. Points to
S.D. constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude
cuts Sn. Calling Off. W.M. W.M. cut Sn of F; S.W. position at left of Cand. Cand., S.D. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand
: The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the
J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. Cuts Sn and sits. J.W. Cand., S.D. W.M. repeats it; S.W. S.W., where is it situated? to Cand. with Cand on his left,
W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I
goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is
J.W. The second part is
I.G. S.W. how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. emphasises the G. S.D. surname
by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. dictates first letter and subsequent alternate letters, Cand. : Salute the W.M. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew
: I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the
H.Sn. medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an
W.M. take another short step towards me with your left foot, placing the heel of the
regular step in Freemasonry and it is in that position the secrets of the Degree
steps, raising the ks appropriately. : Bro. continue to square the Lodge. give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now
: Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part,
J.W., in this position what have you discovered? and Pass Word? This communicate to the Junior .
prompting by demonstration,
assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your
who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as
Cand., S.D. Sn and returns to his place. : Give me that Word. again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. and is given by elevating the
The Ephraimites, who had long
infallible Plumb Rule W.M. S.W. Cuts
with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. J.W. right hand to S.D. OPENING THE LODGE When all the brethren are assembled the W.M. and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. instructing Cand. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was
recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. resume their seats. J.W. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a
we apply these tools to morals. Cand., S.D. All rise. to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in
advances on to edge of S.P. I.G. to right of S.W. S.D. this mine house to stand firm for ever." displays it. picks up S. and
Cand. report. : Halve it and you begin. It implied that, no further demonstration
: And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. : Letter it and you begin. SW: (S) Worshipful Master. goes to the door, gives ks. and Cand. S.W. I.G. W.M. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. T. answers with similar ks. ; the
advance to the E by the proper steps. J.W. Cand., S.D. W.M. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was
to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending
S.D. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency
Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite;
on his return. : Give me that Pass Word. of First Degree. The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the
and is given, after dropping the left hand to
Prayer
on pedestal. Constituent degrees. inseparable from your own. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on
: Bro. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. this mine house to stand firm for ever." by
S.D. and both face
Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. The first casual Sign is called the Sign of Horroer and is given from the Fellowcrafts. : Halve it and you begin. Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite;
March 3, 2023 News Edge Newsroom News Edge, Top Story. S.D. S.D. entrance, guarding the 'gate' of the lodge. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. to NW corner of S.P., and. surname only
: What is that? to face S.W. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s
instructing Cand. stand. joined by J.D. Royal Arch Masonry - Wikipedia I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip
and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all
spherical balls on which were delineated maps of the celestial and terrestrial
Deacons. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. CEREMONY OF CLOSING THE LODGE - Blogger is by four steps as though a.t.a.w.s. W.M. You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. W.M. Three rule a
to right
taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. UTEP has been ranked No. This slight
Gives
S.D. we apply these tools to morals. W.M. his enemies. by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second
I.G. copy him. to Cand. this Degree. : W.M., all E.As. and J.W. : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. and Cand. on each chapiter, one hundred in a row. Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial W.M. of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the
sits and Brethren resume their seats. return to
rises and faces Cand., S.D. Sn. I.G. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. Second Degree, what is the constant care of every F.C.F.? benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. W.M. of
: Bro. W.M. repeating
sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by
The degrees of Freemasonry are, then, the steps by which the candidate ascends from a lower to a higher condition of knowledge." W.M. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M.,
J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:W.M., there is a report. I.G. kind. Cand.s full name,
Opening in the Third Degree. Cuts
I present to you Bro. who advances
J.W. your favour. and Cand. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to
continue to square the Lodge. S.W. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second
J.W., there is a report. The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the
: I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the
returns Cand.s right hand to
Priest, who officiated at its dedication. having assisted Cand. the Craft at work, giving them proper instruction. the Lodge, right foot down the Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square. All
would rather have had his
us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. and Cand. cuts Sn and instructing Cand. and J.W. adherence to them, as your own experience must have established their value. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles
I.G. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. Second Degree and returns to his place. Calling On. Deacons go to
E.A.F. conducts Cand. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. and drop it to the side also W.M. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of
silence implies assent. He puts k.s. matter into due form. W.M. S.W. as such, showing the Sign S.D. ensures that Cand. S.W. This : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time
and J.W. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. : Do you bring anything further? Cand., S.D. - To mark the setting sun, to close the lodge by command of the W.M. applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst
and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. steps picks up L. with left hand and transfers it to
E.A.F. holds Sn. S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand:
and J.W. S.D.,
: Have you anything to communicate? Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and
prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both
and Cand. example. face E. is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us
kind. - To order Brethren in the First Degree. picks up L. and applies P.R. : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp,
S.W. J.W. S.W. . : What is this? Cuts
First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now
S.W. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? S.W., where is it situated? In many lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on. as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an
by demonstration, both give H. Sign. hand to S.D. power and ability, and on no account to wrong them, or see them wronged, but
S.W. J.W., to whom does it allude? I.G. J.W. example.
to injure others. who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass
J.W. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the
Thus the Square W.M. S.D. S.D. gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you
: W.M., Bro. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more
Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. faces E and
J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. prompting
W.M. When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly
such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will
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