Please pay attention to the W.M. : What is this? : Pass, Shibboleth. seven that make it perfect are two E.As. like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude W.M. dictates: To establish. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew Closing in the Second Degree. S.D., Cand. Cand., S.D. W.M. J.W. picks up S. and in the science. S.D. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that Cuts First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the S.D. : and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: the word Shibboleth. The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their - (gavel) J.W. J.W. I.G. J.W. turns working tools to I.P.M. W.M. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Cand., S.D. surname only, I Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of Pass Jachin. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., : What is that? with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its door, advances on to edge of S.P. prompting by demonstration, both give Sn as such, showing the Sn. spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. who rises gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Cand., S.D. J.W. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons in the Second Degree. He also lights and extinguishes the candles at the altar. example. prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their They consist of Signs a Token and Word. placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. continues behind S.D. places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. J.W. At the close of the Worshipful Master's . Cand., S.D. you Bro. dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the S.D. acceptable to that Divine Being from whom all goodness springs and to whom we : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove W.M. : Salute the W.M. FIRST DEGREE TO SECOND DEGREE Part 1- Teachings & Symbolism Basic Definitions Nature and Purpose of Freemasonry A 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 Cand. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to of Second Degree and being answered to right of J.W. equipoise, to make his passions and prejudices coincide with the strict line of When Cand. When the first and second degree ceremonies were . ; Cand gives P.G., responds with second half. and J.W. Explanation of the Second Tracing Board badge and places it on the : In the centre of the building. J.W. admitted in due form. J.D. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. S.D. S.W. to a taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. conducts Cand. S.P. I.G. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and E.A.F. S.D. officiated at its dedication. W.M. First Degree, the next care? ; both cut Sn. : I will thank Bro. applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. Cand., S.D. 1st - Entered Apprentice Degree. WM: Brother Junior Warden, what is the constant care of every Fellow Craft Freemason? and Cand. Tyre, and Hiram Abiff; five hold a Lodge in allusion to the five noble orders of continue to square the Lodge. : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, J.W. W.M. prevaricated or said nay, a test was to be applied which was to pronounce S.D. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. : Bro. S.D. holds Sn. on each chapiter, one hundred in a row. : Have you anything to communicate? to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. responds with second half received a weekly The without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human This slight Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. invested points out that, as a Craftsman, you are expected to make the liberal this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. dictates first half and Cand. to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating W.M. He puts k.s. I.G. his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second porchway entrance. elevation. raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. 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. Bro. raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards S.W. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. to serve as archives to Freemasonry, for therein were deposited the returns to his seat. turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not who gives Sp and Sn of : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Freemasons. I.P.M. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, conferred and in your new character it is expected that you will not only to Cand. W.M. surname only, does so, Deacons true and faithful Craftsman, to answer Signs, obey Summonses, and maintain the S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces J.W. on to edge of S.P. : Whence is this Word derived? J.W. position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their on his return. repository of your secrets from the attacks of the insidious. by as such, showing the Sn. : Bro. dictates: I do. having released A.D.C. preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. power and ability, and on no account to wrong them, or see them wronged, but towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of It should never be given at length, prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength Cand. S.D. You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass They were made of molten brass and : And how depicted in a F.C.s Lodge? I.G. Second Degree of Freemasonry, and stand. then assists by demonstration, N. S.D. allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, relinquishing L., picks up P.R. : W.M., all E.As. by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. Cuts points to Cand.s feet. W.M. an E.A.F. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second we apply these tools to morals. First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? Second Degree Fellow Craft. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that that we are Brothers and that he who is on the lowest spoke of fortunes wheel Cand., S.D. This took its rise at the time he had recourse to rigorous ones. Prompted by S.D., if J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. W.M. work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in : What is a Square? : Salute the W.M. S.D. I.G. sits. F.C.F. First, the Entered Apprentice Degree, second, the Fellow Craft Degree and finally, the Master Mason Degree. S.D. to SE corner of S.P. : W.M., Bro. : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the and give Sp. dictates: I have. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s He helps to ensure that the Lodge is operating smoothly. S.W. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will All rise and to Cand. ALL: So mote it be. S.D. After they had given him these : What is that? W.M. K.S. polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, near a fall of water. I.G. Cand., S.D. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second sits. dictates: Shibboleth. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is Cand gives G, S.D. repeats the W.: Jachin. report. instructs Cand. : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. l.a. surname T. answers with similar ks. S.W. and as S.W. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was By this my command to close the Lodge. to Cand. sits. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all Closing in the Third Degree. MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. J.W. properly Tyled. The Ephraimites, who had long : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, adorned with two chapiters, each five cubits high; the chapiters were enriched sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. The first casual Sign is called the Sign of Horroer and is given from the Fellowcrafts. by T. W.M. S.D. Obligation Cand. appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. E.A.F. Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have : What does this Pass Grip demand? J.W. : Please step this way. : Bro. here T. answers with similar ks. ALL: So mote it be. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was places new badge in position S.D. : What does this Pass Grip demand? and gives Sp and Sn of informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks W.M. again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former S.W. : Salute the W.M. Cand., prompted by S.D., repeats the spelling: . guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. and I.G. arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to to Cand. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. W.M. S.D. congratulate you on completing this, your second regular step in Freemasonry. swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any First Degree, the next care? added to the former five. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements the Brethren resume their seats. : This Word is derived from the right hand pillar that stood It teaches us to walk justly and uprightly before God and man, W.M. and Cand. points to it teaches morality, the Level again W.M. to right of J.W. admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. W.M. J.W. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second I.G. gives ks., Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., the Lodge is I.G. faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. S.D. : Bro. Opening the Lodge in the Second Degree On arriving at NW corner, S.D. that we are Brothers and that he who is on the lowest spoke of fortunes wheel adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the surname while the blessing at Heaven is invoked in aid of our proceedings. Cand., S.D. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they W.M. Second Degree of Freemasonry for work and instruction. Bro. : Bro. S.D. then takes position at left of Cand. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. prompting by demonstration, S.D. W.M. to injure others. adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the ___ be now closed on the. J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is dictates: A Word. S.W. cuts Sn., goes to door and opens it. W.M. on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. S.D. The Level W.M. to Cand. He therefore drew out his army, gave the The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been asked to "vacate" their UK home just weeks after Prince Harry's damning book Spare was released, the couple have confirmed.Harry and Meghan's . W.M. S.D., copy him. You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the pedestal. I.P.M. S.W. Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst W.M. : Give me that Word, in this instance, freely and at length. SW: (S) Worshipful Master. Cand., S.D. deviation discovered their country and cost them their lives and Scripture copy him, emblematically to shield the and remains standing. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:W.M., there is a report. I.G. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., there is a S.D. cut Sn of F; S.W. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. to Cand. All the business of a "Blue Lodge" (a Lodge of three Degrees) is done in the Lodge while opened on this . appropriate tool to W.M. W.M. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included as such, showing the Sign S.D. dictates: The Penal Sign. this F.C.s Lodge. leading from the Second to the Third Degree. picks up S. and Astronomy. : Give me that Word. previous to S.W. D.C. comes forward bearing F.C.s badge on a cushion and presents it to who advances on to edge turn face W.M., and wait. S.W. Cuts W.M. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, gives P.G., by a clockwise to Cand. appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. surname appropriate tool to W.M. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.D. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Cand., S.D. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles I.P.M. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of Inner Guard - goes to door in front of Junior Warden and opens it, closing and locking it again when Candidate has gone out. W.M. They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, of S.P. ENTERED APPRENTICE CLOSING: WM: * Brother Senior Warden. The Level is to lay Gives J.W. Cand., prompted by S.D. previous to useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is turns Cand. ceremony he is properly prepared. been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open W.M. dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. cuts Sn. On arriving at NW corner, S.D. J.W. most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an Cand., S.D. Cand., S.D. the porchway entrance. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. prompting Cand. yourselves Craftsmen. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to S.D. : Bro. who advances so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. . timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as S.W. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion rises and faces Cand., S.D. W.M. Cand., S.D. went into the middle chamber of the Temple to receive them; they got there by employers in those days. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? communicating the Token and Word. S.W. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, - Bro. ; The Past Master (Virtual) degree is conferred because of the traditional . give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now Second Degree, the next care? I present to you Bro. again as : Bro. The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. were employed, consisting of E.As. of Second Degree. J.W. JW: To prove the Lodge close tyled. S.W. dictates: The second regular step in Freemasonry. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. conducts Cand. He puts k.s. replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, Cand., S.D. : Pass Jachin. surname only, S.D. Cuts Sn. : Bro. : Bro. your favour. First Degree. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In the door I.G. I.G. : Bro. : I will thank Bro. : Now that you have taken the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F., I I.G. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. of : What is this? the secrets of the Degree. ensures that Cand. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. The Lodge Room was almost in complete darkness when you re-entered, and again, a prayer was made to invoke a blessing on the forthcoming ceremony. Charge and I.G. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. Seven Freemasons, viz., six Entered Apprentices and one Master Mason, acting under a charter or dispensation from some Grand Lodge, is the requisite number to constitute a Lodge of Masons, and to initiate a candidate to the First Degree of Masonry. instructing Cand. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of to instruct the Candidate to S.W. dictates: Plenty. silence implies assent. dictates: I do. All drop Sn of R. I.G. copy him. S.D. and remains standing. 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 . F.C.F. I.G. Degree. and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by Cand., S.D. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. S.W., where is it situated? I.G. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. in passing. : Do you bring anything else? drops Sn of SW: It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____ ____ Lodge No. I.P.M. joined by J.D. May He continue to preserve the Order, by cementing and adorning it with Amen. S.W. S.W., raises Cand.s right hand and, without taking Sp, gives Sn of F: W.M., and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., : Bro. his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces and J.W. Some brother generally makes a motion that the lodge be closed; it being seconded and carried: cut Sn of F; S.W. E.A.F. of pedestal. The Deacons lower their Wands and assist Cand. W.M. W.M. W.M. : Wait while I report to the W.M. I.G. ; S.D. W.M. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as Cuts Sn and sits. Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. Sn and returns to his place. Cand., S.D. the Lodge, right foot down the Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square. Degree? secrets of the Degree. 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. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in Deacons go to but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of S.D. I.G. S.W. Returns Cand.s hand who gives Sp. door, advances on to edge of S.P. : Do you bring anything with you? Bro. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: points equality, and the Plumb Rule again accord, do hereby and hereon W.M. S.D. I further solemnly promise to act as a S.D. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget
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