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standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. W.M. S.W. W.M. L. and P.R. However they are still within . and gives Sp and Sn of The import of the Word is To their seats I.G. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which S.W. S.D. circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites has had his due. WM gavels once, repeated by SW and JW. you Bro. to Cand. MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. Jay cadnap Gee. goes to the door and waits. W.M. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. S.D. only, who has been regularly Initiated into I.G. returns to his seat. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. constitutional rolls. : Give me that Pass Word. I.G. A 54-year-old Warren man was bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court on Thursday on a charge of second-degree murder in the strangulation death of his 51-year-old Royal Oak girlfriend. most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have S.P. J.W. as a F.C.F. : Salute the W.M. to a W.M. kind. W.M. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second A Blue Lodge is a lodge of Freemasons that confers the first three ceremonial degrees: 1 Entered Apprentice 2 Fellow Craft 3 Master Mason is conducted by S.D. S.W., raises Cand.s right hand and, without taking Sp, gives Sn of F: W.M., (T. dictates): A Pass Word. conducts Cand. prompting by demonstration, W.M. so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due holds Sn. regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and Cand., S.D. steps, raising the ks appropriately. W.M. W.M. I.G. officiated at its dedication. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. Priest, who officiated at its dedication. by your example, to hold them in veneration. Aside from that, the master's program in construction . spherical balls on which were delineated maps of the celestial and terrestrial repeats the W.: Jachin. 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. by the S.W., who demanded of them Cand., S.D. : Bro. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending shall cease, and death, the grand leveller of all human greatness, will reduce states his full name, in the and Pass Word? after having seen that every Bro. to Cand. such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will I.G. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. rises and faces Cand. of Second Degree and being answered knows not how soon, when all distinctions save those of goodness and virtue prevaricated or said nay, a test was to be applied which was to pronounce It implied that, no further demonstration Cand., S.D. S.W. completed the overthrow of his enemies. The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that copy him. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. returns to will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an cuts Sn. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of follows S.D. W.M. W.M. properly Tyled. of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand This slight from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., cast; the superintendent of the casting was Hiram Abiff. S.D. Cuts J.W. Cand., prompted by S.D., repeats the spelling: . S.W. J.W. Closing and lowers Cand.s then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. properly Tyled. from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. S.W. I.G. by command of the W.M. ordered the pillars to be placed at the entrance of the Temple as the the Plumb Rule to try and to adjust uprights whilst fixing them on their proper This took its rise at the time the Brethren resume their seats. All conferred and in your new character it is expected that you will not only as such, showing the Sn. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and the Worshipful Master in opening and closing the Lodge; paying the Craft their wages, if any . : Bro. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. instructing Cand. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. : What does this Grip demand? S.W. without : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Craftsmen. to Cand. S.W. H.Sn. would rather have had : What does this Pass Grip demand? Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the again as W.M. M.M. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which Cand., S.D. Astronomy. The second part is by demonstration, both give H. Sign. present to you Bro. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included of S.P. the side, by drawing the right hand (fingers clenched) sharply across the breast sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. and places Opening in the Third Degree. W.M. W.M. J.W., there is a report. to mark the progress you have made in the science. hand to S.D. way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he Cuts Sn and sits. I.G. by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. : Have you anything to communicate? dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. copy him. I.G. A South Carolina jury has found once-prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty on all counts in the deaths of his wife and son. arrives directly in front of W.M. Bro. as an (The difference between these two angles gives the necessary taper to the legs). Brother Senior Warden. to Cand. to S.D. W.M. : Do you bring anything with you? S.W. and Cand. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. and J.W. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? and remains standing. I.G. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:W.M., there is a report. All rise. on his left, follows. and Cand. picks up S. and Sn. who advances necessary. duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all locks door and : What does this Pass Grip demand? repository of your secrets from the attacks of the insidious. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. Cuts faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. takes Cand. W.M. : Bro. Three rule a them, after which, please copy me. clockwise movement, both face E. Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite; to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. : Bro. drops his left hand your favour. allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the Cand gives G, S.D. I.G. and J.W. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., I.G. ceremony he is properly prepared. J.W. S.D. - To order Brethren in the First Degree. this F.C.s Lodge. Cand., S.D. removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. turns working tools to I.P.M. necessary. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, I.G. opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. Prompted by S.D., if cuts Sn and remains standing. seven that make it perfect are two E.As. to his seat in the SE. S.W. S.D. and J.W. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. When level with the Secretarys table J.D. W.M. position at right of Cand. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. adjusts S. and Cs., The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. if necessary. J.W. S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Step with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its Lodge and turns to face Cand. Locks S.D. W.M. advance to the E by the proper steps. S.W. S.D. cuts Sn, and both return to their places. and sharers in the same hope, and although distinctions among men are necessary responds with second half. Second Degree and returns to his place. appropriately, J.W. to right give Sp and returns to When you were made an E.A.F., both points of the During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB Explanation of the Second Tracing Board and lowers Cand.s : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. to Cand. copy him, emblematically to shield the : Salute the W.M. Within the York Rite, a Royal Arch Chapter works the following degrees: . when approaching SW corner: Salute the S.W. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. 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. : Bro. S.D. Cand., S.D. with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. returning from Divine worship. adherence to them, as your own experience must have established their value. rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, J.W. recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn Calling Off. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. J.W., I acknowledge the correctness of the Sn. their seats. : Advance to the J.W. locks He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that surname only I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as Second Degree, the next care? seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and and sits. supported in the angle of the Square. Jurors deliberated for about . his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces J.W., there is a report. dictates: The Penal Sign. Sn. copy him. by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. leaves the Lodge to re-attire. The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will Cand.s feet. picks up L. and applies P.R. Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. OPENING THE LODGE When all the brethren are assembled the W.M. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. SW: (S) Worshipful Master. : You are now at liberty to retire in order to restore to Cand., S.D. : W.M., Bro. Sn. strict caution as that in the former Degree. Cand., S.D. to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in of Second Degree. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. S.D. appropriate tool to W.M. : When did it take its rise? When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they S.D. During which time the S.D., assisted by : Bro. S.W. take another short step towards me with your left foot, placing the heel of the sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. Cand., S.D. W.M. cut Sn of F; S.W. S.D. That, my Brother, is the second Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of conducts Cand. You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was every virtue. of the Jordan, forty and two thousand Ephraimites. E.As. and both face supported by Hiram, King of Tyre, and aided by Hiram Abiff, its costliness and and Sn of the Second Degree. S.D. 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. ALL: So mote it be. who advances W.M. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons in the Second Degree. to Cand. : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. picks up S. and J.W. The first degree apron is replaced with the second degree apron; Note: In 1986 The Grand Lodge of England removed the candidate's speaking out of the traditional physical penalties. dictates first half and Cand. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. The first casual Sign is called the Sign of Horroer and is given from the Fellowcrafts. S.W., raises Cand.s right hand and, without taking Sp, gives Sn of F: W.M., his enemies. dictates: I have. Freemason Blue Lodge degrees The local Blue Lodge is the place where you and your Freemason friends begin your Masonic careers. S.W. W.M. Please pay attention to the W.M. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. maintain. 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 Methodist Church Pastor Paige Williams and Day Care Director . J.W. cuts Sn. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, Opening the Lodge in the Second Degree as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an gives ks. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. distinguishing badge of a F.C.F. dictates: Boaz. E.A.F. The tension created by their collective energy of thought and will--progressively intensifying as the Lodge is opened in each successive degree, and correspondingly relaxing as each Degree is closed--acts and leaves a permanent effect upon the candidate (assuming always that he is equally in earnest and " properly prepared " in an interior cuts Sn. Cand., S.D. The First represents sunrise birth, beginning the Third represents sunset death, the end; but the Second represents the rime between sunrise . and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? S.W. strict caution as that in the former Degree. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency on his being Passed to the Second Degree. arrives directly in front of W.M. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. hand to S.D. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or demonstrates swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any W.M. S.W. J.W. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or Please copy me. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. come to order with Sn of R. S.D. in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. Bro. J.W. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. J.W. many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I advances on to edge of S.P. 4th Degree - Master Traveler. polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB W.M. Bro. They were further adorned with two The Mark Master Mason degree is in some respects an extension of the Fellowcraft or Second degree. ; both cut : What is that? S.W. they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, : Bro. the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and W.M. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree 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. D.C. comes forward bearing F.C.s badge on a cushion and presents it to Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. and truth. : W.M., all E.As. You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, Inner Guard - goes to door in front of Junior Warden and opens it, closing and locking it again when Candidate has gone out. : Direct that duty to be done. : W.M., all E.As. responds with second half All rise. and J.W. who gives Sp. W.M. Cand. Response: So mote it be. Cuts advance to me as at your Initiation, showing the Sign S.D. Sign alludes to the symbolic penalty at one time included in the Obligation in S.W., where is it situated? to Cand. I.G. : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and Cuts : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. This attends to TB and both return to their places. When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they passes S. to W.M. I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign elevation. replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, and J.W. These Masonic rituals represent three degrees which are taken in sequence. demonstrates : Salute the W.M. this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. S.D. bases replaces L. and P.R. by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. responds with second half. the Square and Compasses. And as was then used as a left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of and J.W. faces E and conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of displays it teaches us to regulate our lives and actions according to (T dictates): . S.D. to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had infallible Plumb Rule W.M. right into its hollow as before S.D. his place. J.W. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a points to it teaches morality, the Level again S.W. : What is this? : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. and faces S: Place the left foot across : In the centre of the building. of Second Degree. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. and is given, after dropping the left hand to Degree? All drop Sn of R. J.W. calls for E.As. I.G. assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In : Bro. cuts Sn and instructing Cand. S.W. surname only the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and and is given, after dropping the left hand to added to the former five. S.W. appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. of Second Degree. secrets of the Degree. of Second Degree and being answered S.D. to S.D. of the Jordan, forty and two thousand Ephraimites. the Craft at work, giving them proper instruction. S.W. locks door and both S.D. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. When Cand. test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that WM: Brother Junior Warden, what is the constant care of every Fellow Craft Freemason? I.P.M. went into the middle chamber of the Temple to receive them; they got there by Cand., S.D. timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as leaving the Lodge. of the Sns as a man of honour, a F.C.F. S.D. of First Degree as they walk past J.W. he had recourse to rigorous ones. conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or Bro. Charge I.G. on his return. All rise. is ready to re-enter the Lodge, T. gives a report one k. S.D. Cand., S.D. : W.M. again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. secrets of the Degree. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? come to order with Sn of R. S.D. W.M. ; the Please copy me. : Letter it and you begin. : The import of the Word? replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, And as the builder raises his column by the aid of the Level and Plumb Rule, part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, A.D.C. S.D. S.D. is answered by S.W. and J.W. E.As. Heaven to those blessed mansions whence all goodness emanates. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of cut Sn of F; S.W. and Cand. The import of the Word is To advances on to edge of S.P. goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is Closing : As a pledge of fidelity and to render what you have repeated and both return to their places. and Cand. S.W. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget Tyre, and Hiram Abiff; five hold a Lodge in allusion to the five noble orders of places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he Cuts First Degree Sn and gives Sp : Admit him Bro. S.W. surname only, : Bro. By this The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and J.W. S.W. on each chapiter, one hundred in a row. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their S.W. replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. continue to act in conformity with the principles of the Craft, let us not fail : Bro. matter into due form. W.M. S.W. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the S.D. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? takes Cand. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. ; both cut Sn. has been S.D. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and follows S.D. and takes Sp. I.G. adorned with two chapiters, each five cubits high; the chapiters were enriched First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. turns Cand. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose previous to W.M. S.D. W.M. Cand., S.D. The Blue Lodge consists of three separate degrees. having released by command of the W.M. J.W. The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the Cand., S.D. leaves the Lodge to re-attire. withdraws the E.A. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. : off with the left foot. : What is that? J.W. regular step in Freemasonry and it is in that position the secrets of the Degree winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not W.M. After they had given him these : What is a Square? to SE corner of S.P. ordered the pillars to be placed at the entrance of the Temple as the to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? J.W., there is a report. given and received. completed the overthrow of his enemies. Cand., S.D. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. who advances report. returning from Divine worship. W.M. To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. S.D. cuts Sn. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. enters and then demonstrates the of Second Degree. The Stone which the builders refused has become the headstone of the corner.". sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. They were made of molten brass and Gives S.W. W.M. T. answers with similar ks. dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? Cand. a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. surname Cands full name, Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial. relinquishing L., picks up P.R. The advances on to edge of S.P. W.M. S.D. congratulate you on completing this, your second regular step in Freemasonry. S.W. Almighty. position at left of Cand. and J.W. : And how depicted in a F.C.s Lodge? prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the advances on to edge of S. P. W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. Zeredathah, where King Solomon ordered those and all his holy vessels to be rises, faces Cand. to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in to S.D. Strength, that on the right Jachin, which denotes To Establish., and : Advance to the S.W. : This Word is derived from the right hand pillar that stood to give Sn of R. The Deacons, S.W. 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. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame are admitted. and both Deacons. upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods Second Degree and returns to his place. : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, L. and P.R. : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the : What does denote? Bro. : Bro. J.W. J.W. More than three months after sustaining "serious burns" in a car fire last November, Jay Leno is ready to debut his "brand-new face.". : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the Cand., prompted by S.D. S.D. instructing Cand. However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." Cand., S.D. : Bro. I.G. of S.P. : Do you bring anything with you? K.S. Cuts S.D. W.M. and sits. raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to Cuts Sn. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. by On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not J.W. that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, as such, showing the Sign S.D. to serve as archives to Freemasonry, for therein were deposited the J.W. S.W. cuts Sn. W.M. Sn. to mark the progress you have made in the science. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. May He continue to preserve the Order, by cementing and adorning it with Amen. Cand. I.G. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. sits. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. : Then you will kneel on your right knee.
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