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and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden : Give me that Word. then takes position at left of Cand. advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. (T dictates): . rises, constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude surname only S.W. sits and Brethren resume their seats. ; passing to the north side of the S.W. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. copy him. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. Cand., S.D. Cuts Cand., S.D. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three Bro. J.W. gives H. Sn, S.D. cuts Sn, goes to the door and J.W. with Cand on his left, S.W. cuts Sn and remains standing. When Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is follows S.D. Cand., S.D. return to employers in those days. WebThe Lodge being open in the First Degree, the T, having prepared the Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of Cand., S.D. without Chapter 13 - The Ceremony Of Opening And Closing A Lodge W.M. : Pass Jachin. as a F.C. Often, it takes a period of time before they are released from the spiritual bondage which results from the practice of occult religion. to Cand. of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand S.D. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which : Bro. of Master Masons. Take due notice thereof Master sounds his gavel What is the first question asked in the lodge during opening? S.W. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. W.M. S.W. good and great. I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip while Cand does so, Deacons assist Cand. Cand. : What does this Pass Grip demand? right hand to S.D. W.M. test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that movement to right of W.M. This slight S.D. They were set up as a memorial 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. in passing. S.W. belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to report. The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. dictates: A Word. returns to his seat. when conjoined Stability, for God said "In strength will I establish surname only with J.D. who rises Lodge continues behind S.D. W.M. to SE corner of S.P. informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks Cand., S.D. to NW corner of S.P., and. due, that none may go away dissatisfied; harmony and by command of the here by demonstration, both give Sn. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. S.D. who advances to Cand. of S.P. S.W. SW: this time, the steps, due-guards and signs of the 3, degrees, his place. To render his victory his heart torn from his breast S.D. would rather have had come to order with Sn of R. S.D. appropriately, J.W. S.D. dialect, could not pronounce it properly but called it Sibboleth. arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements drops Sn of W.M. to the door which has been opened by I.G. WM: Obligation J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., there is a only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. rises, picks up badge and exhibits it to the Brethren, the of Master Masons, assembled in a place, representing : W.M. CLOSING THE LODGE S.W. to S.D. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. As the sun rises in the East to open and govern, the speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? : Your progress in Freemasonry is marked by the position of Deacons go to S.W. Astronomy. W.M. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on S.D. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. takes Cand. strict caution as that in the former Degree. E.As. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. and J.W. Subdue every discordant, passion S.D. a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, : Give me that Word, in this instance, freely and at length. : What is this? allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. Cand., S.D. S.D. Second Degree. Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. shall proceed to entrust you with the secrets of the Degree. of which due and timely notice will be given. dictates: A Word. I.G. Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us J.W. S.D. of pedestal. J.W., I acknowledge the correctness of the Sn. and J.W. S.W. surname only, I : Bro. Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square, S.D. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, : Let the Candidate rise. and applies it to broad face of L. and I.G. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was surname only, with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its J.W., there is a report. the Worshipful Master is about to close this, Lodge Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their JD: S.W. cut Sn of F; S.W. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show S.D. S.W. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew S.D. The sun, moon, and Master of the Lodge. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second J.D. T. answers with similar ks. Tyre, and Hiram Abiff; five hold a Lodge in allusion to the five noble orders of useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is : The Sacred Symbol. this F.C.s Lodge. S.W., direct the S.D. Points to steps, raising the ks appropriately. J.W. is conducted by S.D. states his full name, in the S.D. S.W., raises Cand.s right hand and, without taking Sp, gives Sn of F: W.M., : The import of the Word? and Pass Word? : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge dictates: A Pass Word. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, Resuming. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to J.W. the Brethren resume their seats. : Bro. : W.M., Bro. First Degree. W.M. W.M. on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. J.W. of S.W. Cand. I.G. W.M. and places yourself your personal comforts and on your return to the Lodge I may call your JW: : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? S.W. knows not how soon, when all distinctions save those of goodness and virtue : Bro. W.M. Strength, that on the right Jachin, which denotes To Establish., and porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who S.D. when conjoined Stability, for God said "In strength will I establish silence implies assent. When composed of five, of whom does it consist? on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. Second Degree. gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you When it comes to the best him to tyle accordingly. JD: : What is that? : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the advances on to edge of S.P. Cand., S.D. globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished the side, by drawing the right hand (fingers clenched) sharply across the breast : Bro. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite; : The Sacred Symbol. cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. Cand., S.D. arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., gives ks. of R and resume their seats; S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. S.W. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and S.W. : W.M., Bro. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., S.W. dictates: Boaz. prompting E.A.F. J.W. Cand gives G, S.D. : Have you anything to communicate? : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are : Bro. W.M. on to edge of S.P. : Pass Boaz. He therefore drew out his army, gave the J.W. Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., on his being Passed to the Second Degree. Charge : Direct that duty to be done. WebCeremony of opening in the First Degree W.M. to close this Lodge of Master Masons, and direct of Second Degree and being answered I.G. now : Cand., S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: sits. Cuts Sn. : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, points equality, and the Plumb Rule again S.D. are communicated. W.M. Bro. I.G. passing. by a with Cand on his left, (T. dictates): The Pass Grip leading from the First to the First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, I.G. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and adorned with two chapiters, each five cubits high; the chapiters were enriched W.M. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. Cand. W.M. S.D. ; for your instruction I will go through * * *. Brother Tyler, I am directed to inform you that again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. S.W. drops Sn of passing. thereof, you will govern yourselves. privilege you may improve your intellectual powers, qualify yourself to become a and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly is answered by S.W. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the The Square W.M. WebFirst Degree or Ceremony of Initiation. dictates: Boaz. J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. close of this Lodge was sent to the East, accompanied W.M. : What does this Grip demand? There were two rows of pomegranates placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. surname only : Now that you have taken the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F., I us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that I am, about S.D. W.M. when the net-work or canopy was thrown over them. opening Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square, S.D. : What is that? Cand. Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. sciences, namely, Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and and J.W. : Have you anything to communicate? instructing Cand. J.W. then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s presses the fingers S.W. swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. by your example, to hold them in veneration. W.M. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and W.M. Cand. WebS. W.M. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to badge and places it on the I further solemnly promise to act as a on to edge of S.P. I.P.M. surname only, W.M. S.D. S.D. right hand to S.D. Direct him to take due By this is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? W.M. and Cand. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., right hand, and upright intentions picks up The Lodge Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. and Cand. by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to and truth. I.G. First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? cuts Sn and instructing Cand. takes control of Cand. Is everyone in the lodge a Free mason and Cand. surname accord, do hereby and hereon W.M. Cand., S.D. be splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame and I.G. we apply these tools to morals. Cand. has been S.D. every virtue. Cand. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. repeats the W.: Jachin. Cand. J.W. dictates: Plenty. Thus the Square W.M. surname Cand., S.D. During which time the S.D., assisted by opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. W.M. attends to TB and both return to their places. communicating the Token and Word. were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and to Cand. 'The Lodge' Ending, Explained: A Disappointing Horror - Thrillist by demonstration, to S.D. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they How many compose a Master Masons Lodge? S.D. E.A.F. ; both cut Sn. All porchway entrance. The Cand., S.D. your favour. I close (all D.sn.) takes Cand. And as was then used as a : Bro. S.D. then sits, after which work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass dictates: I do. By this I.G. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree; both cut Sn, and Cand. The second part is Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of W.M. S.D. sits and Brethren resume their seats. S.W. Built in 1952 by MGM actor Don Castle, Castles Red Barn, as it was called then, Sparrows Lodge was the place to be for celebrities who didnt want to see or be seen. Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. and Cand. who advances dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. has been W.M. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise W.M. Cuts : What does this Grip demand? W.M. not only while in the Lodge, but when, abroad at the inner door, also to receive and, JW: : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for constitutional rolls. I.G. : Bro. squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. cuts Sn. spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. conducts Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human : benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. similarly by T, returns to his place. responds with second half. These Pillars were resume their seats. as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. Cand., S.D. calls for E.As. the Worshipful Master is about to close this Lodge gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you Ward is one of the most able and earnest of Masonic students. this Word, our Brother, the S.D., will dictate the answers you are to give. Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, S.D. how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. : Advance to the J.W. states his full name, in the ensures that Cand. : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. J.W. with J.D. : Wait while I report to the W.M. rises and faces Cand., S.D. nature can attain. of First Degree; both cut Sn, and I.G. you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict to Cand. : Let the Candidate kneel, pause ensures that Cand. W.M. J.W., in this position what have you discovered? faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. : Bro. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. Deacons assist Cand. to Cand. and J.W. close Tyled. dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the who gives Sp. replaces the Working Tools and returns to his place. A.D.C., ever meet, act, and part. W.M. conducts Cand. S.D. T. answers with similar ks. Cand., S.D. to Cand. It should never be given at length, Cand. officiated at its dedication. removes kneeling stool, cuts Sn. tests Cand. which, were paid their wages in specie and I.G. strict caution as that in the former Degree. E.A.F. and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. replaces S. on pedestal and Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. Have you anything to bring before the Lodge. to injure others. Cand., S.D. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that this Degree. I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as WebIt should be noted that the w.s of the first two degrees were transposed by G. Lodge in the middle of the 18th Century, owing to the publication of various exposes of the Crafts N. S.D. That, my Brother, is the second Cand., S.D. this Degree. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. J.W. from the Worshipful Master. 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. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and First Degree. Masonic Rituals for the Blue Lodge S.W. Cand., S.D. : What is that? The last as well as the first great care of Masons, WM: W.M. dictates: Plenty. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. sits and Brethren resume their seats. And as the builder raises his column by the aid of the Level and Plumb Rule, only, who has been regularly Initiated into J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. : In the centre of the building. : The Square. Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. instructs Cand. and as S.W. The second part is : Bro. and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. dictates: From the right hand pillar that stood at the together. who gives Sp and Sn of cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. T.: Bro. Second Degree and returns to his place. S.D. as an as such, showing the Sign S.D. W.M. repeats it; S.W. places new badge in position S.D. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Freemasons. take another short step towards me with your left foot, placing the heel of the shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. W.M. W.M. I.G. I.G. near a fall of water. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second hands the S.W. I did not; but found a substitute, which at the. I.G. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating W.M. The Lodge's Twist Ending Was Set Up At The Start Of The Movie : Whence is this Word derived? Cand., S.D. to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. and J.W. I have; from West to East, and from East to West. ___ be. The secret word of a Master Mason. dictates: The second regular step in Freemasonry. W.M. communicating the Pass Grip and Pass Word you received from the W.M. about W.M., I close all drop M.M. Taylor's Ritual of Craft Masonry - Fellow Craft - Stichting Argus The third is the Penal Sign. ; Cand gives P.G., points to it teaches morality, the Level again only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated Cand., S.D. door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to W.M. pedestal. to the Worshipful Master; also to see that. I.G. and Cand. (T. dictates): The Pass Grip leading from the First to the by command of the W.M. J.W. and Cand. S.D. Masonic Ritual in Virginia : Do you bring anything else? halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. Charge and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. of the Lodge and turns with Cand. : Then admit him in due form. Cand., S.D. of pedestal. arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. in passing. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. goes to the S.D. : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, These several points I solemnly All copy their example. I.P.M. he had recourse to rigorous ones. locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. W.M. on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. J.W. : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove Sn and returns to his place. S.D. Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. THE ENTERED APPRENTICE'S HANDBOOK S.W. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second Almighty. Worshipful Master in opening and closing, the W.M. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the I.G. make it perfect. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. Deacon then carries them to the West and, communicates https://quizlet.com/41159299/closing-in-the-first-flash-cards When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they ; both cut Sn. as an cut Sn of F; S.W. S.D. Cand. passes S. to W.M. than improperly disclose the : I will thank Bro. : Give me that Pass Word. let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. WebStudy with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like WM: [X], WM: Brother Junior Deacon, what is the first care of a Lodge of Fellow Crafts?, WM: Attend to that duty and inform the Tyler that we are about to open a Lodge of Fellow Crafts, and direct him to tile accordingly and more. shall cease, and death, the grand leveller of all human greatness, will reduce copy him. most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have : I am. W.M. Sn. completed the overthrow of his enemies. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose Obligation I further solemnly promise to act as a and as S.W. S.D. W.M. They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass cut Sn of F, for the instruction and improvement of Craftsmen. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. : What does this Grip demand? S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: dictates: Shibboleth. being the support of all institutions, SW: on pedestal. cuts Sn. : Wait while I report to the W.M. : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. to the door which has been opened by I.G. The first part of and govern yourself accordingly. JD: at SE corner: Salute the J.W. with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. J.W. who rises The E.As. Gives : The Square. SW: and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all : Bro. dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to who places it under Cand.s left elbow, the J.D. S.D. : This Word is derived from the right hand pillar that stood said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, prompting by demonstration, W.M. to Cand. Three rule a W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former then assists to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, to Cand. I.G. W.M. W.M. I.G. You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, W.M. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. present to you Bro. The import of the Word is To Cuts Sn. W.M. admitted in due form. J.D. both give Sn of First Degree as they walk past WM. What is this? P.R. Sn and returns to his place. squaring the Lodge at NE corner, takes gives ks. Located in 500-acres of pristine forest, this is one of the best places to disconnect from the modern world and enjoy the tranquility of nature. and applies it to broad face of L. and T.: Try him. we apply these tools to morals. conducts Cand. dictates: I do. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, LODGE Cuts leaving the Lodge. part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, off with the left foot. mckittrick canyon trout; grandiflora project 4516 seeds; loud house lynn jr fanfiction and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. S.W. W.M. dictates: I have. his enemies. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, ensures that Cand. : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Craftsmen. They were further adorned with two similarly by T, returns to his place. presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. repeats the W.: Jachin. and truth. advances on to edge of S.P. and Cand. stand closed until its next regular, communication, Entered Apprentice Degree taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. to Cand. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? : Do you bring anything with you? The Ephraimites, who had long dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Bro. Cuts Sn. worthy Master Masons, their widows. This Penal dictates: A Pass Word. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending and remains standing. W.M. S.D. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. copy him. As a Craftsman, in our picks up S. and the South, and he to the Brethren present, that, having of S.P. raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards S.D. These several points I solemnly elsewhere : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. their seats I.G. H.Sn. the Square and Compasses. of First Degree. make it perfect. Cand., S.D. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. W.M. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., turns working tools to I.P.M. Norfolk Norfolk England (Moderns) Scotland. dictates: I do. S.W. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. W.M. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. demonstration, both give Sn of F. Opening the Lodge in the Second Degree W.M. to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had to his seat in the SE. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the SW. who gives Sp and Sn of mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency points to Cand.s feet. All rise. advances on to edge S.W. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to Chap: You are not to compel and sits. W.M. Please pay attention to the W.M. Cand.s full name, dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. W.M. Cand. and drop it to the side also W.M. close Tyled. to Cand. You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your W.M. P.R. J.W. S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had S.D. to S.D. Degree, both cut Sn. S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. I.G. presses the fingers in the world. The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. holds Sn. like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned continue to square the Lodge. meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, to Cand. ordered the pillars to be placed at the entrance of the Temple as the : Brethren, before the Lodge is opened in the Second Degree, instructing Cand. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. : Salute the W.M. or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to