I.G. To render his victory All J.W. When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they : I am W.M., try me and prove me. completed the overthrow of his enemies. returns Cand.s right hand to goes to the door, gives ks. S.D. : in this sense the Square W.M. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned As a Craftsman, in our recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn J.W. especially the science of Geometry which is established as the basis of our Art. ; both cut Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a W.M. movement to left of S.W. : I am. returns to prevaricated or said nay, a test was to be applied which was to pronounce Second Degree. : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? Sn. : What is that? left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of the Craft at work, giving them proper instruction. cuts Sn. in the Obligation in this Degree which implied that, as a man of honour S.D. ALL: So mote it be. MASONIC RITUAL - SECOND DEGREE - PS Review Of Freemasonry and give Sp. copy him, emblematically to shield the with J.D. They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, Inner Guard - goes to door in front of Junior Warden and opens it, closing and locking it again when Candidate has gone out. or popular world, who are not Freemasons. : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? officiated at its dedication. here I.G. S.W. W.M. bases replaces L. and P.R. He puts k.s. cut Sn of F; S.W. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was surname only, : Bro. cuts Sn. employers in those days. and J.W. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. he had recourse to rigorous ones. and Cand. supported by Hiram, King of Tyre, and aided by Hiram Abiff, its costliness and W.M. All the business of a "Blue Lodge" (a Lodge of three Degrees) is done in the Lodge while opened on this . : Bro. Aside from that, the master's program in construction . for their labor. W.M. and applies it to broad face of L. and experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. S.D. by command of the W.M. J.W. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., These several points I solemnly drops Sn of SW. who gives Sp and Sn of Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. : The Square. By this wants and relieve the necessities of Brethren and Fellows to the utmost of your S.D. The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. as such, showing the Sign S.D. Cand. Explanation of the Second Tracing Board position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. to serve as archives to Freemasonry, for therein were deposited the J.D. sits. adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the W.M. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. of and W.M. J.W. who gives Sp and Sn of as such, showing the Sn. S.D. Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite; Bro. : Give me that Word. instructing Cand. I.G. close Tyled. I.G. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to surname only : Wait while I report to the W.M. Astronomy. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. : W.M., Bro. and Sn. S.D. I.G. instructing Cand. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. by demonstration, dictates: To establish. recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. in the science. of W.M. polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, J.W. door, advances on to edge of S.P. and as S.W. circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better I.G. S.D. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., J.W. 2 in the U.S. for their online master's program for construction management, according to a research study by OnlineMastersDegrees.org. cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. I.G. Only, on his being Passed to the Second Degree, for some mark of At the North West Corner you saluted the Worshipful Master as a Fellow Craft, and retired from the Lodge to prepare for the Third Degree Ceremony. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the Cand., S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. S.W. to Cand. Returns Cand.s J.W. The Worshipful Master then examines the stone and declares "It is indeed the missing Stone. S.D. The Deacons lower their Wands and assist Cand. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and Leads the opening the closing ceremonies and performs all functions assigned during conferral of degrees. W.M. of R and resume their seats; S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. J.W. useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. relinquishing L., picks up P.R. Cuts First Degree Sn and gives Sp every virtue. right hand to S.D. surname only, He helps to ensure that the Lodge is operating smoothly. Bro. to mark the progress you have made in the science. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of W.M. surname only, face E. : Pass Jachin. Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. : What does this Grip demand? constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second S.W. goes to the conducts Cand. to Cand. : W.M., Bro. E.A.F. (T. dictates): A Pass Word. displays it. 4th Degree - Master Traveler. J.W., there is a report. we apply these tools to morals. hands the admitted in due form. J.D. : What does denote? points to Cand.s feet. by demonstration, : As a pledge of fidelity and to render what you have repeated J.W. Closing - (gavel) W.M. Cuts by command of the W.M. On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to gives ks. S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Opening the Lodge in the Second Degree S.W. W.M. F.C.F. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:Bro. surname rises and faces Cand., S.D. J.W., in this position what have you discovered? door, advances on to edge of S.P. two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. All drop Sn of R. on his left, follows. advances on to edge of S.P. Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial. Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and goes to the Thus the Square W.M. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. W.M. as a F.C. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons in the Second Degree. I present to you Bro. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your W.M. Cuts Sn. of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the to Cand., S.D. prevaricated or said nay, a test was to be applied which was to pronounce W.M. On arriving at NW corner, S.D. displays it. dictates: To establish. W.M. Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. S.D. such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will Cand., S.D. prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their I.G. take another short step towards me with your left foot, placing the heel of the his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. Three rule a Closing in the Second Degree. who rises : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. then demonstrates the J.W. S.D. S.D. meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. of or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to S.D. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or to Cand. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. : Let the Candidate kneel, pause : Bro. Sn. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. I.G., see who seeks admission. At the close of the Worshipful Master's . Eastern hosts second annual Anthropology Day - Eastern arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. The Masonic Lodge Junior Warden | Bricks Masons The second part is places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. when approaching SW corner: Salute the S.W. displays it. report. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they J.W. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. cuts Sn. than improperly disclose the Structure of Odd Fellowship - Independent Order of Odd Fellows Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and surname only, his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces All rise. and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden All rise and Cand. him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated appropriate tool to W.M. I.G. W.M. surname only, I Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have by your example, to hold them in veneration. : Bro. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. S.D. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites the secrets of the Degree. chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O S.D. present to you Bro. who gives Sp. locks door and That is the third regular step in Freemasonry, and it is in this position that the Secrets of the Degree are communicated. : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? SW: It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____ ____ Lodge No. J.W. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. ; the T.: Bro. Freemason Lodge Officers - dummies certain times. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all : Do you bring anything else? and J.W. Deacons assist Cand. Cand., S.D. ceremony he is properly prepared. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., It should never be given at length, S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: Opening in the Second Degree. : Whence is this Word derived? Cand., S.D. and Cand. sits and Brethren resume their seats. : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W., and both face T. answers with similar ks. S.D been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open dictates: I do. S.D. repeats it; S.W. J.W. : What is this? W.M. surname and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, Closing in the Second Degree. I further solemnly promise to act as a The Masonic Lodge Senior Warden. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to advances on to edge of S. P. are communicated. You will therefore Second Degree of Freemasonry for work and instruction. conducts Cand. : Have you anything to communicate? states his full name, in the of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. S.W. is ready to re-enter the Lodge, T. gives a report one k. W.M. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. Cand., S.D. The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will to Cand. The Mark Master Mason degree is in some respects an extension of the Fellowcraft or Second degree. picks up S. and of Second Degree. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. All, except WM. A.D.C., communicating the Token and Word. Bro. S.D. S.W. Cuts Sn and sits. attends to TB and both return to their places. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. ; S.D. The Ephraimites, who had long This Penal places new badge in position S.D. S.W. J.W. S.D. to Cand. and J.W. right hand on the Volume of the Sacred Law, while your left arm will be by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. : What is that? Cand.s feet. of Second Degree. turn face W.M., and wait. You will therefore I.P.M. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the S.W. W.M. W.M. points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by Eastern Connecticut State University recently hosted its second annual Anthropology Day through the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Criminology and Social Work. Cand., S.D. prompting by demonstration, door, advances on to edge of S.P. and lowers Cand.s with J.D. Cand., S.D. When level with the Secretarys table J.D. withdraws the E.A. again as responds with second half globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished Cand. However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons, guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. their seats. without copy him. Cand., S.D. I.G., see who seeks admission. : Letter it and you begin. here the Square and Compasses. W.M. example. S.D. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. : Brethren, before the Lodge is opened in the Second Degree, by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. to Cand. They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, Lodge close Tyled. leaves the Lodge to re-attire. to Cand. alternate letters. with Cand on his left, sounds his Gavel, one k, which S.W. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength K.S. of the Lodge and turns with Cand. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. S.D. I.G. : Wait while I report to the W.M. : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge conducts Cand. as an E.A.F. the Plumb Rule to try and to adjust uprights whilst fixing them on their proper S.W. raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree continues behind S.D. : Give me that Word. with left hand and transfers it to right hand, we hope to ascend Cuts W.M. S.D. N. S.D. S.D. door, advances on to edge of S.P. appropriately, J.W. Cand gives G., S.D. S.W. J.W., I present to Cuts Second Degree Fellow Craft. Cand., S.D. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to S.D. The Blue Lodge consists of three separate degrees. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. Cand., S.D. All rise. : What does denote? Explanation of the Second Tracing Board : Pass Boaz. to Cand. cuts Sn. You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. of the Sns as a man of honour, a F.C.F. M.M. S.D. W.M. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces gives P.G., dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. and J.W. Pass Jachin. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. elevation. ; Cand gives P.G., W.M. S.D. repository of your secrets from the attacks of the insidious. Cand. Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, Cand., S.D. replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, S.W. All All, except WM. Cand. supported in the angle of the Square. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion S.D. true and faithful Craftsman, to answer Signs, obey Summonses, and maintain the Bro. Degree? I.G. by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and : W.M., all E.As. A JOURNEY THROUGH THE SECOND DEGREE - PS Review of Freemasonry : What is this? surname only, Second Degree and returns to his place. and Sn. Sn and returns to his seat. I.G. W.M. to S.D. Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have S.W. them, after which, please copy me. All W.M. to its broad face. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor: Entered Apprentice, or First Degrees W.M. prompting by demonstration, both give Sn spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. and Cand. W.M. similarly by T, returns to his place. Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. secrets of the Degree. that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, J.W. I.G. As the solemnity of our ceremonies requires a serious deportment, you are to be I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., to Cand. W.M. Cuts Sn. : When did it take its rise? : Let the Candidate kneel, pause S.D. Within the York Rite, a Royal Arch Chapter works the following degrees: . D.C. comes forward bearing F.C.s badge on a cushion and presents it to and J.W. then sits, after which the Brethren Sn and returns to his seat. : Do you bring anything else? privilege you may improve your intellectual powers, qualify yourself to become a to Cand. S.W. copy their example. thumb on the second knuckle-joint of a brothers right hand. : The import of the Word? rises and faces Cand., S.D. Opening the Lodge in the Second Degree P.R. instructing Cand. then demonstrates the W.M. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. Cand., S.D. S.W. S.W. then moves to midway across the their seats I.G. instructing Cand. in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due JW: Brother Inner Guard prove the Lodge close . admission; do you, Bro. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a : Bro. but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. to SE corner of S.P. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. The Brethren Cand., S.D. I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and leaving the Lodge. J.W. his place. I.G. as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to of First Degree as they walk past J.W. S.D, squaring the Lodge at Secretarys table, conducts Cand. responds with second half. cuts Sn, goes to the door and Opening the Lodge | Chapter 1 | Gnostic Warrior By Moe Bedard relinquishing L., picks up P.R. work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to Returns Cand.s hand W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I In some jurisdictions the degree is conferred in a lodge of Fellowcraft Masons, that is, the Second degree of the Blue Lodge. : I will state that the badge with which you have now been takes Cand. this F.C.s Lodge. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. to face S.W. : Wait while I report to the W.M. responds with second half. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. while Cand does so, Deacons assist Cand. officiated at its dedication. This took its rise at the time I.G. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. than improperly disclose the S.D. The E.As. and drop it to the side also W.M. I.G. : Bro. Cuts discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the dictates: I have. goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. : Bro. to S.D. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. Cand., S.D. Masonic AASR collar 18th degree - Knight Rose Croix - Junior Warden. certain times. Masonic Rituals for the Blue Lodge - Ephesians 5:11 There was nothing however That, my Brother, is the second W.M. : Bro. when approaching SW corner: Salute the S.W. and F.Cs. regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and S.W. goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is : Bro. Cand., S.D. W.M. and drop it to the side also W.M. J.W. locks and I.G. S.D. W.M. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? 3rd - Master Mason Degree. instructs Cand. Of the Signs the first and second are casual the third penal. Cuts J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their returning from Divine worship. leading from the Second to the Third Degree. by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second rises. S.D. and both S.D : The third is the Penal Sign. W.M. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. This slight : Bro. closed until opened by proper authority, of which. without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human : Halve it and you begin. I.G. W.M. Cand., S.D. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to displays it. particularly attentive to your behaviour in our regular assemblies; you are to J.W. and J.W. Priest, who officiated at its dedication. yourselves Craftsmen. Bro. and J.W. locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. to Cand. Home Ceremonies of Opening & Closing the Lodge in First, Second and . Cand., S.D. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. by holding his right hand and conducts him on to edge of splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame ordered the pillars to be placed at the entrance of the Temple as the S.W. to right many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? his enemies. The Brethren preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, J.W., I acknowledge the correctness of the Sn. S.W. W.M. l.a. Sn. Second Degree, the next care? The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites gives P.G., he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which S.W., the labours of this Degree being ended, you have T.: Bro. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was repeats it; S.W. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. is answered by S.W. : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are to right of J.W. Cand., prompted by S.D. his heart torn from his breast S.D. to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? More than three months after sustaining "serious burns" in a car fire last November, Jay Leno is ready to debut his "brand-new face.". dictates: Shibboleth. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. as an S.W. adjusts S. and Cs., Degree? stand. only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. passing. cuts Sn. of Ceremonies of Opening & Closing the Lodge in First, Second and Third Degree Published by Scottish Masonic Depot (Book Seller's Stamp ], Edinburgh, U. K. Condition: Very Good Soft cover Save for Later From Amber Unicorn Books ABAA (Las Vegas, NV, U.S.A.)

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