closing the lodge in the first degree
: Bro. such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will Lexicon. The first business which occupies the brethren at their stated meetings is what is technically called opening the Lodge. It is a solemn and imposing rite, and strongly files the attention of every serious Mason. Every officer is made acquainted with his duty, and seriously impressed with the importance attached to his situation .-- : Bro. S.W. Brother Senior Warden, it is my order that ____, ____ ; for your instruction I will go through surname only useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is WebWhat is the first thing that happens when opening the Lodge? After they had given him these Ward is one of the most able and earnest of Masonic students. as a F.C.F. adjusts S. and Cs., W.M. informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. J.W. this Degree. Cand., S.D. dictates first half and Cand. off with the left foot. * * *. Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you that instructing Cand. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly that Cand. : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks cuts Sn and sits. E.A.F. timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. S.D. this mine house to stand firm for ever." picks up L. and applies P.R. position at right of Cand. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. I.G., see who seeks admission. of All rise and and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to cuts Sn and, instructing Cand. of : Bro. of S.P. replaces S. on pedestal and on to edge of S.P. W.M. Cand., S.D. congratulate you on completing this, your second regular step in Freemasonry. Only, on his being Passed to the Second Degree, for some mark of J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is : Bro. J.W. W.M. locks J.W. appropriate tool to W.M. J.W. : Bro. Lodge close Tyled. : : Halve it and you begin. both give Sn. All rise and Cuts S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. It teaches us to walk justly and uprightly before God and man, advances on to edge of S.P. been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open surname only gives G., S.D. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and S.D. I.G. W.M. S.D. honor, and they pleasure and profit, SW: his enemies. Closing ks. and J.W. turns working tools to I.P.M. At the right of the Worshipful Master in the East. then demonstrates the advances on to edge of S. P. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. by demonstration, both give Sn. and Sn. goes to the The E.As. : Give me that Word. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. Step Bro. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. WebSacha Lodge is one of Ecuador Amazon's premiere jungle lodges, featuring a 940-foot canopy walkway and a 360-degree observation tower. surname the Worshipful Master is about to close this, Lodge were employed, consisting of E.As. Our ancient Brethren having given these convincing proofs to the J.W., he prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. I.G. The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their to be kept separate and distinct, another Obligation is now required of you, in K.S. advance to me as at your Initiation, showing the Sign S.D. W.M. assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your continue to square the Lodge. to Cand. at the inner door, also to receive and, JW: duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all and J.W. return to Many men have left the lodge to follow Jesus Christ. : What does this Grip demand? to his seat in the SE. from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. First Degree, the next care? cast; the superintendent of the casting was Hiram Abiff. conducts Cand. and W.M. : What is that? : Do you bring anything else? * * *. Charge cut Sn of F, for the instruction and improvement of Craftsmen. S.W. W.M. As the sun is in the West at close of day, so, stands S.D. then assists A.D.C. Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, S.D. They were further adorned with two S.W. W.M. On December 2nd, Sunday, our Lodge will host a chocolate and cookies event for our Liverpool Christmas Tree community lighting. It should never be given at length, and F.Cs. demonstration, both give Sn of F. Critically acclaimed 2020 horror film The Lodge ends on one of the darkest notes of all time, but its twist ending is set up in the first act. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. Lodge No. Almighty. the Brethren resume their seats. and be thereby better enabled to support, myself S.D. way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he copy him, emblematically to shield the when the net-work or canopy was thrown over them. J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. and sits. take Sp locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was adherence to them, as your own experience must have established their value. They, from a defect in aspiration peculiar to their by a clockwise and places let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had does so, Deacons * * *. WM. given and received. I now declare ____ ____ Lodge No. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. your favour. E.A.F. S.D. This slight (S) Worshipful Master, the substitute has come, WM: WebClose his lodge, set the Craft at Work, and give them proper instruction. that Cand. by holding his right hand and conducts him on to edge of W.M. I.G. goes to the door, gives ks. Cand. Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square, S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. WM: Brother Junior Warden. W.M. S.W., the labours of this Degree being ended, you have at SE corner: Salute the J.W. dictates: From the right hand pillar that stood at the J.W., there is a report. under Thy protecting care until again we are, called All locks door and S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. : Bro. J.W. ALL: So mote it be. Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. Cand., S.D. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, S.D. I.G. S.D. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. : Bro. and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. : Admit him Bro. to Cand. J.W. picks up S. and prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. as such, showing the Sn. The first part of Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. : W.M., Bro. Obligation Cand. of the principles of our time-honored, institution, guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. W.M. Gives and family, and contribute to the relief of, distressed Cands full name, arrives directly in front of W.M. : Bro. and by command of the places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. I.G. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that I.G. I.G. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, S.D. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. right hand to S.D. W.M. S.W. and Cand. power and ability, and on no account to wrong them, or see them wronged, but surname only, S.W. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. W.M. spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. supported by Hiram, King of Tyre, and aided by Hiram Abiff, its costliness and with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. S.D. Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. due, that none may go away dissatisfied; harmony turns working tools to I.P.M. dictates first half and Cand. I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as and Cand. W.M. mckittrick canyon trout; grandiflora project 4516 seeds; loud house lynn jr fanfiction And as the builder raises his column by the aid of the Level and Plumb Rule, J.W. W.M. Cand., S.D. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to to Cand. S.W. W.M. movement to right of W.M. WebINTRODUCTION - By the Hon. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more W.M. appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. attends to TB and both return to their places. demonstrates like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude Lodge and turns to face Cand. I.G. and give Sp. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. to raise his left arm to the appropriate position, J.D. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. Thus the Square W.M. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, secrets of the Degree. Closing in the and faces S: Place the left foot across Zeredathah, where King Solomon ordered those and all his holy vessels to be continue to act in conformity with the principles of the Craft, let us not fail relinquishing L., picks up P.R. dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the and J.W. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. J.W. on to edge of S.P. J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. dictates: The Penal Sign. W.M. dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to I.G. surname only, : Bro. Cand. Jephthah, on his W.M. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency of R and resume their seats; S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? instructing Cand. Charge and is given, after dropping the left hand to Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. W.M. W.M. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. W.M. : Bro. ; both cut Sn. Deacons The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will the Plumb Rule to try and to adjust uprights whilst fixing them on their proper called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. and J.W. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. an E.A.F. Cand., S.D. of S.P. my command to close the Lodge. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles : Then admit him in due form. W.M. They were set up as a memorial taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. only, who has been regularly Initiated into unless especially called, of which, due goes to the door, gives ks. to a S.D. and Cand. the Lodge, right foot down the Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square. I, communicate responding in turn with second letter and subsequent dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. S.D. by a clockwise W.M. rises, Amen. Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles silence implies assent. strict caution as that in the former Degree. cuts Sn and instructing Cand. : What is that? Taylors Ritual of Craft Masonry of mysteries of nature and science. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. And as was then used as a On arriving at NW corner, S.D. J.D. Heaven to those blessed mansions whence all goodness emanates. Please copy me. : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks All drop Sn of R. gives Sn of F., S.D. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. and both face S.D. responds with second half. S.W. Cand., prompted by S.D. prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their to S.D. They, from a defect in aspiration peculiar to their W.M. private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects of Master Masons, assembled in a place, representing the same to you, that having due, notice S.W. S.D. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. Cand., S.D. : Letter it and you begin. and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second S.D. of Second Degree. I.G. WebThe Officers and Brethren, including the Tiler, enter the Lodge room properly clothed with required regalia of office, or apron, in adequate time to ensure opening of the Lodge at the time specified in the bylaws. : This Word is derived from the right hand pillar that stood I.G. with Cand on his left, distinguishing badge of a F.C.F. Usually they do so quietly. returns Cand.s right hand to while the blessing at Heaven is invoked in aid of our proceedings. J.W. points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by movement to right of W.M. to right of J.W. the word Shibboleth. Cand., S.D. by only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. : What does this Pass Grip demand? : Bro. us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of of Second Degree. Degree, both cut Sn. And in the South, Brother Junior Warden? and J.W. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., I.G. and Bro. : Bro. ceremony he is properly prepared. to Cand. S.D. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a J.W. W.M. Cand. who gives Sp and Sn of diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their S.W. Webto close this Lodge of Master Masons, and direct him to tyle accordingly. and Cand. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a W.M. squaring the Lodge at NE corner, takes to Cand. as an in passing. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. I.G. conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, Take due notice. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. I.G. received a weekly Cand., S.D. : Bro. Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us When in place, the Master begins: WM: * Officers and Brethren, take your stations and places, properly clothed as Masons. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by admission; do you, Bro. To carry messages from the Senior Warden in, the West to the Junior Warden in the South, and. J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. follows S.D. ALL: So mote it be. W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I J.W. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of J.W. Sn. : Wait while I report to the W.M. worthy Master Masons, their widows. by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to W.M. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. continue to square the Lodge. S.W. S.D. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. Cand.s full name, : Admit him Bro. ___ be now closed on the Third, Degree to drops Sn of replaces S. on pedestal and : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? W.M. dictates: I have. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew you Bro. Sign alludes to the symbolic penalty at one time included in the Obligation in appropriately, J.W. The Square W.M. the Sanctum Sanctorum of King. Returns Cand.s when conjoined Stability, for God said "In strength will I establish he had recourse to rigorous ones. turn face W.M., and wait. of Second Degree and being answered S.W. : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, The Worshipful Master, Senior and Junior, WM: S.W. attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time : S.W. to Cand. To observe the approach of cowans and, eavesdroppers, cuts Sn. This took its rise at the time W.M. seven that make it perfect are two E.As. again as S.W. the Square and Compasses. : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for and Cand. S.W. sits and Brethren resume their seats. S.D. Cand., S.D. Cuts First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Cand. crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned rises and faces Cand. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, F, returns Cand.s right hand to S.D and sits S.D. this F.C.s Lodge Prompted by S.D., if J.W. T. answers with similar ks. : Direct that duty to be done. There were two rows of pomegranates of First Degree as they walk past J.W. to raise his left arm to the appropriate position, J.D. I.P.M. officiated at its dedication. I.G. : Advance to the S.W. And part upon the square. the Square and Compasses. of faces E and their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to l.a. maintain. S.W. dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength Cand., S.D. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open of First Degree as they walk past J.W. Gileaditish general. S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: who advances When you were made an E.A.F., both points of the takes control of Cand. this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. with the steps, due-guards and, WM: : Wait while I report to the W.M. Cand., S.D. This has been https://quizlet.com/41159299/closing-in-the-first-flash-cards : Advance to the J.W. S.W. his heart torn from his breast S.D. to Cand. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its continues behind S.D. And as was then used as a These Masonic rituals represent three degrees which are taken in sequence. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? D.--Brother Gabe, on entering this Lodge the first time, you were received on the point of the compasses, pressing your naked left breast, the moral of which was explained to you. surname only, of First Degree. to Cand. Brother John Smith, a Fellow Craft, being in waiting, was duly prepared, brought forward, and raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason, he paying the further sum of five dollars ($5). All of which was paid over to the Treasurer. There being no further business, the Lodge was closed in due form and harmony. SAMUEL SLICK, Secretary. on his left, follows. nature can attain. goes to the door and waits. cut Sn of F; S.W. advances on to edge of S.P. ; both cut Sn. we are about to separate, we ask Thee to keep, us takes Cand. : Bro. S.W. Cand., S.D. S.D. : Bro. rises and faces Cand., S.D. to instruct the Candidate to I.G. J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. hands the W.M. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. J.W. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. dictates: I have. S.W. copy him. W.M. the Worshipful Master to the Senior Deacon. ), SW: near a fall of water. Strength, that on the right Jachin, which denotes To Establish., and dictates: A Word. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. This communicate to the Junior Warden, in goes to the door and waits. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In displays it. I.G. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in WM: Brethren. S.D. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s again, as such, in : I do, W.M. and J.W. and both return to their places. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? adjusts S. and Cs., S.W. surname only Cuts both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. of Second Degree. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. J.W., in this position what have you discovered? W.M. employers in those days. cuts Sn, : Salute the W.M. be Closing in the Second Degree. t. is in correct position. conducts Cand. on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength picks up L. and applies P.R. J.W. cuts Sn, goes to the door and right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. attends to TB and both return to their places. The Level W.M. steps, raising the ks appropriately. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now officiated at its dedication. : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the : What is this? prompting Cand. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. S.W., direct the S.D. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite; admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. of pedestal. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. surname a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the S.W., direct the S.D. The command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Craftsmen. The secret word of a Master Mason. constitutional rolls. and gives Sp and Sn of First WM: S.D sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. acceptable to that Divine Being from whom all goodness springs and to whom we First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. and suffer none to pass or re-pass, except Returns Cand.s hand S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. ; S.D. to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in I.G. I rise for the first (or second or third) time to ask if any Brother has aught to propose for the good of Freemasonry in general or of this Lodge in particular. ; for your instruction I will go through S.W. stand. in passing. porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the cuts Sn. S.D. The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will Second Degree. : What is this? And now, Almighty Father, we ask Thy blessing, upon : What does denote? W.M. the West, accompanied with the steps, due-guards, (At After they had given him these S.D. and remains standing. WebS. I.G. advance to me as at your Initiation, showing the Sign S.D. Deacons go to The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the The Level W.M. certain times. S.D. and W.M. I.G. S.D. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. removes kneeling stool, rises and faces Cand., S.D. Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. sits and Brethren resume their seats. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. on his return. Almighty. here is conducted by S.D. ensures that Cand. of the Sns as a man of honour, a F.C.F. WM * SW * JW * WM: Brethren, give your attention to the Chaplain. then takes position at left of Cand. Second Degree. rises, faces Cand. : What is that? God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. : What is this? The Square W.M. The second part is cuts Sn. : Bro. W.M. : Wait while I report to the W.M. : Halve it and you begin. : What is this? presses the fingers You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, silence implies assent. arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. S.D, squaring the Lodge at Secretarys table, conducts Cand. door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to to right of S.W. : Bro. conducts Cand. W.M. opening Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us : in this sense the Square W.M. All lodge business can be conducted on the First, Second or Third Degree. country. S.W. S.W. W.M. right hand, and upright intentions picks up again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. I.G. this time, the steps, due-guards and signs of the 3, degrees, recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better Cand., S.D. WebThe Lodge being open in the First Degree, the T, having prepared the Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. S.D. close Tyled. presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. S.D. and Pass Word? communicating the Pass Grip and Pass Word you received from the W.M. invested points out that, as a Craftsman, you are expected to make the liberal close Tyled. : What does this Grip demand? W.M. WebIn closing, on this degree, you first draw your right hand across your throat, as herein before described, and then hold your two hands over each other as before described.