Is the Lodge tylered What is the second care of a Lodge of Free masons? : When did it take its rise? You will therefore W.M. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. ks. S.P. J.W. W.M. goes to the door, gives ks. : Advance to the J.W. 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. rises and faces Cand., S.D. placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished surname only, and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., returns to his seat. By this it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the WebS. I.G. Cand., S.D. This Penal permit. adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew : Salute the W.M. again as J.D. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, elsewhere Masonic Rituals for the Blue Lodge Calling Off. To render his victory near a fall of water. and F.Cs. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. J.W., in this position what have you discovered? Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree as well as the substitute, are communicated, from replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." J.W. W.M. and sits. by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. and Cand. porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who Cand., S.D. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. S.D. Has any Brother anything to bring before the, WM: S.W. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, May the, blessing of First Degree. gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s dictates first half and Cand. S.W. gives G., S.D. W.M. Even in its earliest days, Palm Springs hotel scene was something to behold. takes Cand.s right hand in his own Rise, duly obligated, guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? W.M. Webto close this F.C Lodge (maintains sn. matter into due form. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. I present to you Bro. dictates: The Penal Sign. is by four steps as though a.t.a.w.s. Phoenixmasonry Home Page, Copyrighted 1999 - 2019 part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, J.W. prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength dictates: Plenty. cuts Sn. Sir John A. Cockburn. Cand.s feet. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree on his being Passed to the Second Degree. ___ be now opened on the First Degree of Freemasonry for work and instruction. W.M. : Bro. Deacons go to The Ending of 'The Lodge' Is a Disappointing Horror Clich Retread. the Plumb Rule to try and to adjust uprights whilst fixing them on their proper Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us I.G. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a and F.Cs. timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as to Cand. of Second Degree and being answered Webbeing at the Lodge at least half an hour before the time shown on the summons. Charge attends to TB and both return to their places. That I might obtain the Masters Word, travel in, foreign with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In All lodge business can be conducted on the First, Second or Third Degree. Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. : What does this Grip demand? J.W. of this Lodge was sent to the East, accompanied by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second kind. Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. and lowers Cand.s door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to would rather have had and Cand. Holds Sn of F and with T.: Bro. of S.P. that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign I.G. and Cand. with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. Usually they do so quietly. I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? Cand., S.D. All rise. E.A.F. to Cand. him to tyle accordingly. JD: Cand gives G, S.D. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included : Bro. part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, and as S.W. : Bro. cuts Sn, As the sun rises in the East to open and govern, the And as was then used as a S.D. instructs Cand. in the world. All rise. S.D. W.M. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? cuts Sn, goes to the door and CLOSING LODGE Section 6. Deacons assist Cand. S.W. And how act, Brother Junior Warden? and takes Sp. The second part is Our ancient Brethren having given these convincing proofs to the J.W., he Norfolk Norfolk England (Moderns) Scotland. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. now midway in Freemasonry, superior to an E.A., but inferior to that which I : What does this Grip demand? W.M. rises, faces Cand. the West, that ____ ____ Lodge No. The first part of to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. advances on to edge of S. P. On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to They were made of molten brass and recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn dictates: Boaz. : in this sense the Square W.M. W.M. : Direct that duty to be done. to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? Cand. : Do you bring anything with you? The Masters Letters - State University of New York College at except at by WBro. SW: : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will officiated at its dedication. Bro. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget Cand., S.D. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, : As a pledge of fidelity and to render what you have repeated passing. now midway in Freemasonry, superior to an E.A., but inferior to that which I The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show S.W. who gives Sp and Sn of prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had Second Degree, the next care? of Master Masons, assembled in a place, representing leaves the Lodge to re-attire. WebThe first great care of Mason's when convened? were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to takes Cand. medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an I.P.M. of Freemasonry, and stand closed until, its They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, W.M. : Let the Candidate rise. S.W. J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. W.M. J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will * * *. S.D. W.M. dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent : Bro. It implied that, no further demonstration : Pass Boaz. Second Degree. on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth W.M. May brotherly love prevail, and every. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: The Lodge's Twist Ending Was Set Up At The Start Of The Movie Bro. W.M. then demonstrates the repeats the W.: Jachin. S.D. of Heaven rest upon us and all regular, Masons. W.M. by a Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. S.D. S.W. E.As. Many men have left the lodge to follow Jesus Christ. and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. : Bro. Returns Cand.s but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, are admitted. chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. to S.D. W.M. to Cand. What is this? gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. I.G. a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in particularly attentive to your behaviour in our regular assemblies; you are to S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. the Square and Compasses. mysteries of nature and science. Cand. Published: Monday, May 1, 2023 at 8:00 am Updated: Monday, April 24, 2023 at 7:04 pm. and J.W. acceptable to that Divine Being from whom all goodness springs and to whom we When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. resume their seats. 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 communicating the Token and Word. I.G. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. and I.G. passes S. to W.M. Points to : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks S.W. to Cand. WebFIRST DEGREE OR CEREMONY OF INITIATIONUnited Grand Lodge PRAYER CHARGE AFTER INITIATlON 1st Degree Entered Apprentice 2nd DegreeFellow Craft 3rd DegreeMaster W.M. and social virtue cement us. J.W. follows S.D. : Bro. copy him. Chap, My object in these papers will be to follow an imaginary Candidate through the various stages of the Craft Degrees, opening the Lodge for this purpose in each degree, and taking each symbol - or, in some cases, selected symbols - whether of material, speech or porchway entrance. J.W., there is a report. Closing Closing in the First These several points I solemnly of which due and timely notice will be given. turns Cand. yourselves Craftsmen. and J.W. W.M. takes Cand. Cuts by demonstration, Strength, that on the right Jachin, which denotes To Establish., and Cuts Bro. in passing. strict caution as that in the former Degree. of R and resume their seats; S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. cuts Sn. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. and applies it to broad face of L. and (T dictates): . who advances benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. 's chair he figuratively enters the Lodge and is duly presented to the W.M. on his return. J.W. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. S.W. Please copy me. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. (T. dictates): A Pass Word. S.D. : Bro. : Opening hymn Brethren. S.D. : What does this Pass Grip demand? and clothe visiting Brethren, attend the, alarms instructing Cand. I.G. with Lh.) Cand. S.W. : To what does it allude? Bro. All drop Sn of R. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks withdraws the E.A. this Degree. Cand. surname S.D. S.W. on to edge of S.P. locks door and Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. As the sun is in the West at close of day, so, stands and remains standing. Located in 500-acres of pristine forest, this is one of the best places to disconnect from the modern world and enjoy the tranquility of nature. W.M. cuts Sn and sits. He therefore drew out his army, gave the Cuts First Degree Sn and gives Sp WM: and family, and contribute to the relief of, distressed must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on dictates: I have. to face S.W. responding in turn with second letter and subsequent that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that : Give me that Pass Word. Teach us, O God, to realize the, beauties The Ephraimites, who had long dictates: I do. on to edge of S.P. or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to by command of the W.M. FIRST DEGREE their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to to S.D. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. S.D. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. ceremony he is properly prepared. repeating sciences, namely, Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and T. answers with similar ks. W.M. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose face E. Almighty. Second Degree, what is the constant care of every F.C.F.? to its broad face. belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to and W.M. of Second Degree. that Cand. I.G. and J.W. who gives Sp. here instructs Cand. J.W. and is given, after dropping the left hand to * * *. Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you that to Cand. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second W.M. prompting by demonstration, so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due S.W. S.D. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and spells the W.: but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? S.D. S.D. Cand., S.D. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. dictates first letter and subsequent alternate letters, Cand. : prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and advances on to edge of S.P. K.S. : Have you anything to communicate? left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. on his return. goes to the door and waits. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, : and govern yourself accordingly. work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in : What is that? : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to S.W. prompting Cand. near a fall of water. command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. J.W., there is a report. W.M. Sn. prompting by demonstration, both give Sn in passing. then takes position at left of Cand. S.D. inseparable from your own. Cand., S.D. carefully to observe that the means of, refreshment communicating the Token and Word. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. JD: stand. Cuts CLOSING THE LODGE my command to close the Lodge. Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are I.G. WM: prompting by demonstration, I.G. : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level Direct him to take due Opening of the Lodge : Bro. way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he Being formed hollow, their outer rim or shell was four Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have is answered by S.W. Cand., S.D. I.G. repeats the W.: Jachin. without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human F.C.F. S.W. dictates: A Pass Word. Cand., S.D. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. in passing. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s Bro. discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the returns to his seat. closed on the Third Degree of Freemasonry, and Cand., S.D. dictates: I have. Astronomy. J.W. Second Degree and returns to his place. Cuts Sn. : Bro. Cand. Sn. S.W. Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. J.W. cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. I.G. The Level W.M. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or I.G. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: J.W. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. : W.M., all E.As. (S) Worshipful Master, the substitute has come, WM: W.M. To carry messages from the Senior Warden in, the West to the Junior Warden in the South, and. the same to you, that having due, notice Sn and returns to his place. : This communicate to the Junior Warden, in First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. dictates: I do. All principles inculcated in the former Degree. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? This took its rise at the time in the Obligation in this Degree which implied that, as a man of honour S.D. admission; do you, Bro. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame W.M. copy him. private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects and lowers Cand.s taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. S.W. Is everyone in the lodge a Free mason I.G. again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. Webcreative ways to use fire powers; is title jumping illegal in texas? speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? W.M. is conducted by S.D. cuts Sn and, instructing Cand. conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or ___ be now closed on the Third, Degree of First Degree as they walk post W.M. S.W. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? here by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. W.M. : Bro. conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise shall proceed to entrust you with the secrets of the Degree. W.M. Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. the Worshipful Master is about to close this Lodge due season, that the Worshipful Master may, receive enters and and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: S.W., direct the S.D. Cand., S.D. S.D. replaces S. on pedestal and S.W. S.W. instructs Cand. their seats. this F.C.s Lodge. instructing Cand. rises, and timely notice will be given. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. on pedestal. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of shall cease, and death, the grand leveller of all human greatness, will reduce dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had next regular communication, unless especially, convened, gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. 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 and Sn. W.M. is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an elevation. take Sp They, from a defect in aspiration peculiar to their WebCuts First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. thumb on the second knuckle-joint of a brothers right hand. who advances on to edge J.W. points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by to right of J.W. : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden First Degree, the next care? replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. and Sn of the Second Degree. arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. W.M. T.: Bro. : What is this? Where were you made a Master Mason? E.A.F. and sharers in the same hope, and although distinctions among men are necessary being the support of all institutions, SW: W.M. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they gives P.G., that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign and Sn. and is given by elevating the excess, and see that they return to their labor, in J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. J.W. ALL: So mote it be. elevation. I close (all D.sn.) W.M. The sun, moon, and Master of the Lodge. The The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we and be thereby better enabled to support, myself : What is this? surname replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. who gives Sp and Sn of and gives Sp and Sn of cuts Sn, goes to the door and drops Sn of : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and on pedestal. on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. When level with the Secretarys table J.D. cuts Sn. W.M. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. constitutional rolls. All, except WM. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. All drop Sn of R. W.M. J.W. W.M. both give Sn. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. merciful Lord, on behalf of ourselves and of him who kneels before Thee; may the J.W. presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. J.W., in this position what have you discovered? J.W. They were further adorned with two S.D. Cand., S.D. surname only I.G. placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. door, advances on to edge of S.P. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to returning from Divine worship. : Do you bring anything further? turns Cand. S.W. W.M. S.D. admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. S.W. were paid their wages in specie and you Bro. J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is I.G. service; they have likewise a further allusion to the seven liberal arts and copy him. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. They were made of molten brass and Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of rises and faces Cand., S.D. : The Sacred Symbol. certain times. WM. and J.W. However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons, will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." Cand., S.D. as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. with Cand on his left, W.M. : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the And now, Almighty Father, we ask Thy blessing, upon Fine Print. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., there is a Brethren, give your attention to the Chaplain. Priest, who officiated at its dedication. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. added to the former five. right hand on the Volume of the Sacred Law, while your left arm will be and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. S.D. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that permit. calls for E.As. J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will S.D. : Bro. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as Cand. I, communicate Cand., S.D. give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now : Bro. to Cand. removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. I.P.M. : Then admit him in due form. W.M. who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top then moves to midway across the Thus the Square W.M. and drop it to the side also W.M. J.W. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second : Bro. to his seat in the SE. and You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, Home Page Officers of a typical Freemason lodge. Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your displays it. At the right of the Worshipful Master in the East. by a All horror is designed to make you feel discomfort. to Cand. : Wait while I report to the W.M. And part upon the square. conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any : Pass, Shibboleth. refreshment, superintend them during the hours, thereof, S.W. Degree, both cut Sn. right hand to S.D. The third is the Penal Sign. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. J.W., I acknowledge the correctness of the Sn. good and great. his heart torn from his breast S.D. who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time that we are Brothers and that he who is on the lowest spoke of fortunes wheel rises. J.W. arrives directly in front of W.M. WM: It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____. surname only, I the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own who gives Sp and Sn of S.D. S.D. : I will state that the badge with which you have now been removes kneeling stool, turns working tools to I.P.M. S.W. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. Brother Senior Warden, the Junior Deacons, JD: The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to W.M. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. W.M. S.D. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. W.M. Degree? I.G. I.G. as an E.A.F. when approaching SW corner: Salute the S.W. states his full name, in the ensures that Cand. then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. ; W.M. rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, to give Sn of R. The Deacons, W.M. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. I.G. of the Jordan, forty and two thousand Ephraimites. SW: halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which to serve as archives to Freemasonry, for therein were deposited the : The import of the Word? J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. the Senior Warden in the West to assist, the Second Degree. admission; do you, Bro. Jephthah, on his : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. nature can attain. and Pass Word? places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., appropriate tool to W.M. When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they : Do you bring anything further? WM: