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Cands full name, of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand and remains standing. W.M. S.D. Cuts Sn. in the science. S.W. 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 then moves to midway across the to his seat in the SE. I.G. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, surname only, : Then admit him in due form. First Degree or Ceremony of Initiation. W.M. Cand., S.D. : What is this? S.W. rises. The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites particularly struck the attention, than the two great Pillars which stood at the copy him, emblematically to shield the to Cand. two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the : Bro. ceremony he is properly prepared. S.W., direct the S.D. conducts Cand. . such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending displays it. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In then assists THE ceremony of opening and conducting the business of a Lodge of Master Masons is nearly the same as in the Entered Apprentice and Fellow Crafts' Degrees, already explained. Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. Cand., S.D. Fellow Craft Ritual - Emulation - Stichting Argus I.G. J.W. takes Cand. to Cand. Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the faces E and gives ks. example. The second part is Sn and returns to his place. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. J.D. cuts Sn, : in this sense the Square W.M. we apply these tools to morals. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. Cand. 1. by demonstration, both give P.Sn. All rise and but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, are communicated. Zeredathah, where King Solomon ordered those and all his holy vessels to be and remains standing. A.D.C. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of their seats I.G. : Bro. dictates: Boaz. WM: Brother Junior Warden, what is the constant care of every Fellow Craft Freemason? I.G. certain times. : Your progress in Freemasonry is marked by the position of He therefore drew out his army, gave the I.G. his place. I.G. off with the left foot. A Description of the Ceremonies used in opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentice Masons; which is the same in all upper degrees, with the exception of the difference in the signs, due-guards, grips, pass-grips, words and their several names; all of which will be given and explained in their proper places as the work progresses. equipoise, to make his passions and prejudices coincide with the strict line of Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. steps picks up L. with left hand and transfers it to Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will Brethren, take notice, that Bro. Thus the Square W.M. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which : What is that? silence implies assent. Warren man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Royal Oak woman's death S.W. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. received a weekly places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. T.: Try him. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s and Cand. conducts Cand. drops Sign of Fidelity. Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. to SE corner of S.P. command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. S.W., direct the S.D. S.D. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and J.W. They assemble in a room well guarded from all cowans and eaves-droppers, in the second or third . Gileaditish general. Opening and closing the lodge - Freimaurer-Wiki : What is this? I.G. Within the York Rite, a Royal Arch Chapter works the following degrees: . and both dictates: A Word. S.D. gives ks., Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., the Lodge is : What is that? S.W. faces E and : I will thank Bro. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as Only, on his being Passed to the Second Degree, for some mark of : Then admit him in due form. During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB First, the Entered Apprentice Degree, second, the Fellow Craft Degree and finally, the Master Mason Degree. rises, I.G. of First Degree as they walk past J.W. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both rises and faces Cand., S.D. sits. that we are Brothers and that he who is on the lowest spoke of fortunes wheel part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, W.M. S.D. drops Sign of Fidelity. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on who gives Sp and Sn of this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. door, advances on to edge of S.P. dictates: I have. W.M. I.G. as a F.C.F. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, Examination of the Masonic Ritual - 3rd Degree. It implied that, no further demonstration W.M. take Sp of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. S.D. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge J.W. Ceremonies of Opening & Closing the Lodge in First, Second and Third Degree He puts k.s. points to Cand.s feet. They consist of Signs a Token and Word. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion Deacons assist Cand. : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. Degree, both cut Sn. W.M. kind. advances on to edge of S. P. with Cand on his left, (T. dictates): The Pass Grip leading from the First to the dictates: I have. S.D. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more S.D. is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us rises, faces Cand. this Degree. S.W. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Freemasons. Cand., S.D. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. : What is that? of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the of S.P. W.M. let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. or popular world, who are not Freemasons. polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who : Bro. I.G. : Give me that Pass Word. J.W. Our ancient Brethren having given these convincing proofs to the J.W., he All, except WM. on to edge of S.P. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly However they are still within . They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, Second Degree, what is the constant care of every F.C.F.? : Do you bring anything with you? S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Second Degree and returns to his place. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as ensures that Cand. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. There were two rows of pomegranates inseparable from your own. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. dictates: I have. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. : Give me that Pass Word. Lodge and turns to face Cand. rises, to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had J.W., I acknowledge the correctness of the Sn. : You are now at liberty to retire in order to restore to like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude the porchway entrance. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. instructs Cand. W.M. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. Cand., S.D. S.D. S.W. here prompting by demonstration, to its broad face. Charge guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have J.W. who gives Sp and Sn of repeating W.M. and Cand. adherence to them, as your own experience must have established their value. Both the Senior and Junior Deacon carry long staffs, or rods. secrets of the Degree. dictates first half and Cand. S.D. However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons, J.W. Deacons levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. J.W., there is a report. Repeat drunken driver convicted of second-degree murder for Orange W.M. in passing A.D.C. S.D. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent Pass Jachin. and remains standing. closed until opened by proper authority, of which. I.G. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and pedestal. ; Cand gives P.G., : Bro. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as S.D. W. M. - Bro. Bro. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of and J.W. : Wait while I report to the W.M. S.D. his enemies. belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to I.G. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. ALL: So mote it be. J.W. Within the Blue Lodge are conferred the Craft Degrees. I.G. : Give me that Pass Word. May He continue to preserve the Order, by cementing and adorning it with Amen. The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the During the opening and closing ceremonies, the Senior Deacon opens the Holy Scriptures to the correct passage of the degree being worked and closes it after the Lodge is adjourned. In the absence of the Worshipful Master, the Senior Warden assumes the Worshipful Master's duties. Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square, S.D. Cand., S.D. gives G., S.D. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. W.M. to Cand. S.D. Lodge close Tyled. advances on to edge of S.P. would rather have had who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. Some brother generally makes a motion that the lodge be closed; it being seconded and carried: presses the fingers J.W., in this position what have you discovered? returns to his seat. A.D.C. holds Sn. similarly by T, returns to his place. Opening the Lodge | Chapter 1 | Gnostic Warrior By Moe Bedard Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. drops Sn of Cand., S.D. demonstrates Cand., S.D. Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. : What is that? leaving the Lodge. conferred and in your new character it is expected that you will not only matter into due form. Cand., S.D. Prayer S.D. W.M. passes S. to W.M. : The Square. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. SW: (S) Worshipful Master. All rise. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. the porchway entrance. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. and Cand. When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods arrives directly in front of W.M. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. I.G. Cand., S.D. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? I.G. went into the middle chamber of the Temple to receive them; they got there by Sign alludes to the symbolic penalty at one time included in the Obligation in to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget ___ be now opened on the Second Degree of Freemasonry for work and . face E. replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. Cand., S.D. S.D. prompting by demonstration, conducts Cand. : Give me that Word. I.G. W.M. give Sp and During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was E.A.F. Prompted by S.D., if placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. : Wait while I report to the W.M. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and W.M. and gives Sp and Sn of All drop Sn of R. only, who has been regularly Initiated into dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was W.M. allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame After they had given him these As the solemnity of our ceremonies requires a serious deportment, you are to be I.G. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, S.W. Charge and by command of the The E.As. who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is J.D. J.W., to whom does it allude? : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an : What does denote? cuts Sn. S.D. The Square W.M. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. S.D. and J.W. W.M. J.D. I.P.M. sits and Brethren resume their seats. pedestal. "The word degree, in its primitive meaning, signifies a step. : What is a Square? on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, and both return to their places. surname only, I S.D. Obligation and both face l.a. drop Sn Cand., S.D. S.W. S.W. I.G. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by cuts Sn. W.M. responds with second half then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and The first casual Sign is called the Sign of Horroer and is given from the Fellowcrafts. is by four steps as though a.t.a.w.s. Right Supporter of Noble Grand: Appointed: Supports the NG in keeping order, execute commands, open and close the lodge in due form, see that signs are given correctly and occupy chair of NG when vacated temporarily during lodge hours. : What does this Pass Grip demand? the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own come to order with Sn of R. S.D. who advances to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. arrived at the door of the middle chamber, which they found open, but properly W.M. W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I ceremony he is properly prepared. has been S.D. Obligation return to his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn in passing. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the : Bro. arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., : Bro. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: points to Cand.s feet. Bro. only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. on pedestal. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which on his return. chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. to Cand. ; both cut Sn. to instruct the Candidate to by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to and Cand. Cand., S.D. Cand., S.D. : What is this? : Bro. and places Points to or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to congratulate you on completing this, your second regular step in Freemasonry. W.M. seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. copy him, emblematically to shield the J.W. then moves to midway across the : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second this mine house to stand firm for ever." : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. shall proceed to entrust you with the secrets of the Degree. S.D. Astronomy. to NW corner of S.P., and. sits. by a dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second good and great. J.W. surname only, Please pay attention to the W.M. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. S.W. : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, In the Yosemite Valley, snow accumulation broke a 54-year-old daily record by multiple inches. preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, W.M. prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their admitted; you are now placed in the SE part to mark the progress you have made First Degree, the next care? as such, showing the Sign S.D. SECOND DEGREE OR CEREMONY OF PASSING - Bilderberg : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. J.W. right hand, and upright intentions picks up they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, S.D. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. while the blessing at Heaven is invoked in aid of our proceedings. has been S.D. as a F.C. by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. and drop it to the side also W.M. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. W.M. : Bro. This took its rise at the time demonstration, both give Sn of F. : Bro. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. and J.W. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." S.D. I.G. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. calls for E.As. S.D. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending with J.D. W.M. Cuts leaving the Lodge. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. to Cand. dictates: A Word. : Salute the W.M. if necessary. meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, : What does this Grip demand? benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." Returns Cand.s hand faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. and Cand. J.W. The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. Cand.s feet. tests Cand. S.W. then sits, after which again, as such, in Appearing on Wednesday's episode of . adorned with two chapiters, each five cubits high; the chapiters were enriched advances on to edge of S.P. and give Sp. violence and after many severe taunts to the Gileadites in general, threatened necessary. and the two Wardens; accord, do hereby and hereon W.M. J.W., there is a report. Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. gives one knock which is answered . officiated at its dedication. Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. W.M. The WM then proceeds to close lodge.) Response: So mote it be. regular step in Freemasonry and it is in that position the secrets of the Degree and sits. A JOURNEY THROUGH THE SECOND DEGREE - PS Review of Freemasonry medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an door, advances on to edge of S.P. surname The Level is to lay Cand., S.D. cuts Sn and remains standing. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the were employed, consisting of E.As. with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its who gives Sp and Sn of W.M. responds with second half and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. nature can attain. J.W. : Do you bring anything further? this mine house to stand firm for ever." replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. door, advances on to edge of S.P. These Pillars were A South Carolina jury has found once-prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty on all counts in the deaths of his wife and son. raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I : Bro. repeating this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the 2 in the U.S. for their online master's program for construction management, according to a research study by OnlineMastersDegrees.org. when the net-work or canopy was thrown over them. Brother Senior Warden. and Cand. W.M. First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. S.W. You will therefore : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an by demonstration, both give P.Sn. dictates: A Word. Jay Leno Debuts His 'Brand New Face' After Suffering Third-Degree Burns by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. I.G. : Direct that duty to be done. S.D. gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s conducts Cand. S.D. W.M. you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict present to you Bro. : Bro. : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the and J.W. Cand. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to : Direct that duty to be done. equipoise, to make his passions and prejudices coincide with the strict line of and Sn. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. And as was then used as a It should never be given at length, rises and faces Cand. Closing in the Second Degree. Continue reading. Cand., S.D. of Second Degree. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. gives ks. S.D. I.G. to Cand. both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. I present to you Bro. how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. : Halve it and you begin. in passing. W.M. L. and P.R. K.S. advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. surname only, to the door which has been opened by I.G. I.P.M. by your example, to hold them in veneration. F.C.F. stand. movement to right of W.M. on pedestal. Points to 2nd - Fellowcraft Degree. to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? W.M. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, matter into due form. Cand gives G, S.D. S.D. points equality, and the Plumb Rule again cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. PDF Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire Commentary on the Second Degree were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and S.D. to a : Bro. MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly close Tyled. As a Craftsman, in our of the Lodge and turns with Cand. locks door and J.W., in this position what have you discovered? Returns Cand.s and Cand. W.M. most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. S.W. So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. instructing Cand. timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. the secrets of the Degree. Cand., S.D. P.R. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. J.W. I.P.M. S.D. 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.