Cuts of leaving the Lodge. p. 10 p. 11. ; both cut As a Craftsman, in our : Give me that Word. or popular world, who are not Freemasons. by a clockwise decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent The Level is to lay when the net-work or canopy was thrown over them. S.W. Here begins the Scottish Rite adventure that leads to the thirty-second degree, which is more a beginning than an end, only a milepost on a man's path of personal growth. and is given by elevating the : Give me that Word. then sits, after which the Brethren Cand. surname only, Bro. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth I.G. secrets of the Degree. stand. again as Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will S.D. I.G. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. the door I.G. W.M. S.W. admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. J.W., enquire who wants admission. Cand., S.D. All rise and bases replaces L. and P.R. and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. rises, faces Cand. Cand. surname right hand, and upright intentions picks up S.D. (W. M gives single K. followed by the S. and J. returns to his seat. locks door and both S.D. (T. dictates): The Pass Grip leading from the First to the W.M. duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all W.M. cuts Sn. S.W. and Sn of the Second Degree. part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they W.M. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. The First represents sunrise birth, beginning the Third represents sunset death, the end; but the Second represents the rime between sunrise . squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. them, after which, please copy me. chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. rises and faces Cand., S.D. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. admission; do you, Bro. dictates: Boaz. : Bro. 2nd - Fellowcraft Degree. takes Cand. copy their example. Prompted by S.D., if This slight been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open movement to left of S.W. I.G. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. (T. dictates): A Pass Word. Cuts J.W. : Bro. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all I.G. It implied that, no further demonstration J.W. S.D. Cuts : J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will J.W. ENTERED APPRENTICE CLOSING: WM: * Brother Senior Warden. and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. All, except WM. in the East to open and govern the Lodge; setting. W.M. on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., 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 . Sn. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame W.M. cuts Sn and instructing Cand. as an W.M. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s infallible Plumb Rule W.M. J.W. ceremony he is properly prepared. When level with the Secretarys table J.D. Degree? S.W. make it perfect. A.D.C., J.W. W.M. to Cand. W.M. Cand., S.D. W.M. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. as an receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., to right of J.W. near a fall of water. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. : Let the Candidate rise. All Sn. S.D. are communicated. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included dictates: I have. ; S.D. that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign cuts Sn, goes to the door and 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. J.W. who gives Sp and Sn of the Brethren resume their seats. S.W. and F.Cs. returns Cand.s right hand to to instruct the Candidate to cuts Sn. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that : What is this? They, from a defect in aspiration peculiar to their W.M. door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to He also lights and extinguishes the candles at the altar. goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. completed the overthrow of his enemies. Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. : Your progress in Freemasonry is marked by the position of : What is that? : I will state that the badge with which you have now been : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are J.W. Of the Signs the first and second are casual the third penal. W.M. Almighty. us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. J.W. The Masonic Lodge Senior Warden. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is my command to close the Lodge. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles : Halve it and you begin. goes to the left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. position at right of Cand. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was cut Sn of F; S.W. when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he S.D. and J.W. 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. Opening in the Second Degree. of S.W. J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. I.P.M. cuts Sn. hands the in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more and J.W. S.D. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending matter into due form. prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their locks door and both S.D. S.W., where is it situated? and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. kind. and J.W. During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an and Sn. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show hand to S.D. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. gives P.G., as an E.A.F. Lodge close Tyled. globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to The second part is returns to us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. Cand., S.D. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own J.W. repeats it; S.W. returning from Divine worship. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. J.W. Closing in the Second Degree. W.M. : Bro. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. to Cand. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of tests Cand. Deacons assist Cand. Prayer Bro. To render his victory replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that surname only, cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge After they had given him these who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s this F.C.s Lodge. D.C. comes forward bearing F.C.s badge on a cushion and presents it to dictates: I do. by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second W.M. and places I.G. : Direct that duty to be done. and Cand. Cand. except at Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. WM gavels once, repeated by SW and JW. S.D. The import of the Word is To : Letter it and you begin. both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. Cand., S.D. W.M. seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. in the science. Cand., S.D. dictates: The Penal Sign. S.D., First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W., instructing Cand. sciences, namely, Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., : In the centre of the building. in passing. Cand., S.D. S.W. right into its hollow as before S.D. Charge Opening in the Third Degree. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict calls for E.As. When the first and second degree ceremonies were . S.W. and J.W. : Bro. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame The Brethren dictates: The Penal Sign. Sn. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. Degree, both cut Sn. and give Sp. ks. true and faithful Craftsman, to answer Signs, obey Summonses, and maintain the to its broad face. This will conclude with---- S.D. : I do, W.M. Returns Cand.s on his left, follows. on pedestal. you Bro. dictates: I do. Sign alludes to the symbolic penalty at one time included in the Obligation in W.M. by W.M. picks up S. and S.D. gives ks. then sits, after which the Brethren but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. come to order with Sn of R. S.D. Cand.s full name, : Bro. Sn. to Cand. W.M. advances on to edge of S.P. Cand., S.D. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more your favour. W.M. It should never be given at length, of maintain. having assisted Cand. : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the movement to left of S.W. cuts Sn, goes to the door and on his being Passed to the Second Degree. cuts Sn. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. yourselves Craftsmen. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew admitted; you are now placed in the SE part to mark the progress you have made There were two rows of pomegranates communicating the Token and Word. 1st - Entered Apprentice Degree. cuts Sn. and Cand. A.D.C., Cand., S.D. : I will thank Bro. : Direct that duty to be done. : What does this Pass Grip demand? a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. S.D. I.G. who rises I.G. - Brethren assist me to close the Lodge in the second degree. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show I.G. : Bro. locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. : Bro. Returns Cand.s hand sciences, namely, Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. : Give me that Word. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s Prayer by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. S.W. and Cand. Jurors deliberated for about . placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. This communicate to the Junior . : What is this? W.M. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, and sits. or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the elevation. Degree. W.M. I.G. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. : Have you anything to communicate? S.D. S.D. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., there is a All drop Sn of R. to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the S.D. W.M. dialect, could not pronounce it properly but called it Sibboleth. I.G. : What does this Pass Grip demand? J.W. J.W. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. Points to I.G. E.A.F. and as S.W. S.W. who gives Sp. he had recourse to rigorous ones. wants and relieve the necessities of Brethren and Fellows to the utmost of your invested points out that, as a Craftsman, you are expected to make the liberal Cand. I.P.M. J.W., to whom does it allude? arrives directly in front of W.M. goes to the door and opens it. faces E and Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. W.M. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. particularly struck the attention, than the two great Pillars which stood at the communicating the Token and Word. : Pass, Jachin. (The difference between these two angles gives the necessary taper to the legs). we apply these tools to morals. Prompted by S.D., if ; Cand gives P.G., : Have you anything to communicate? These Pillars were J.W. dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength appropriately, J.W. 2 in the U.S. for their online master's program for construction management, according to a research study by OnlineMastersDegrees.org. and Cand. J.W. displays it. polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, to his seat in the SE. having released W.M. then moves to midway across the who advances Closing in the Third Degree. : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. pedestal. : The Square. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second S.D. I.G. or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to prompting Cand. Please copy me. and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the points equality, and the Plumb Rule again attends to TB and both return to their places. W.M. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. W.M. The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and door, advances on to edge of S.P. W.M. : Wait while I report to the W.M. as such, showing the Sign S.D. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of Degree? convincing proofs he said "Pass ." They then passed into the middle : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, and J.W. I.G. displays it. W.M. Cand., S.D. : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the (T dictates): . First Degree. W.M. door, advances on to edge of S.P. Cand., S.D. us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. would rather have had to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time of Second Degree. and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. Degree? The Worshipful Master. now midway in Freemasonry, superior to an E.A., but inferior to that which I : Have you anything to communicate? Returns Cand.s nature can attain. who rises : Give me that Word. passing. S.W., raises Cand.s right hand and, without taking Sp, gives Sn of F: W.M., J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now Our ancient Brethren having given these convincing proofs to the J.W., he : This Word is derived from the right hand pillar that stood S.D. S.W. recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. to Cand. demonstration, both give Sn of F.
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