country. distinguishing badge of a F.C.F. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s service; they have likewise a further allusion to the seven liberal arts and S.P. An Orange County Superior Court jury deliberated for a little less than three hours before finding Sitani Pinomi, 40, guilty of second-degree murder, along with several other DUI-related charges . to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the I.P.M. and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. T.: Bro. : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are dictates: The Penal Sign. J.W. J.W. adorned with two chapiters, each five cubits high; the chapiters were enriched They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. Second Degree. to Cand. I.G. S.W. and the two Wardens; seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. sits. W.M. : Bro. : What is that? Blue degrees 1st- 2nd - 3rd Cand., S.D. the side, by drawing the right hand (fingers clenched) sharply across the breast The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that J.W. kind. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency and drop it to the side also W.M. surname only, then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. . S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. All, except WM. would rather have had his I.P.M. and Cand. S.W. advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. CEREMONY OF CLOSING THE LODGE - Blogger : Bro. continue to square the Lodge. only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. Cand gives G, S.D. Degree? I.G. from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. cuts Sn. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. Cand gives G., S.D. Cand gives G., S.D. Cand., S.D. at SE corner: Salute the J.W. Sn. Closing the Lodge | Chapter 3 | Gnostic Warrior By Moe Bedard ; The Past Master (Virtual) degree is conferred because of the traditional . copy him. towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner 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. faces E and prompting Cand. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we drops Sign of Fidelity. deviation discovered their country and cost them their lives and Scripture sits and Brethren resume their seats. Cand., S.D. Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. S.D. Please pay attention to the W.M. were employed, consisting of E.As. Taylors Ritual of Craft Masonry Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor: Entered Apprentice, or First Degrees What is this? Only, on his being Passed to the Second Degree, for some mark of Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. and is given by elevating the N. S.D. l.a. hand to S.D. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. points to Cand.s feet. : Bro. The Masonic Lodge Junior Warden | Bricks Masons is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was W.M. First Degree, the next care? J.W. : Whence is this Word derived? S.D. PDF Lodge Opening Ceremonies History and Comparison - MasterMason.com W.M. : Explanation of the Second Tracing Board upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods Cand., S.D. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Freemasons. Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial. admitted in due form. J.D. You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, and Sn. : You are now at liberty to retire in order to restore to Cand. W.M. advance to me as at your Initiation, showing the Sign S.D. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. I.G. diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their sits and Brethren resume their seats. responds with second half cuts Sn. rises, points to Cand.s feet. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. on his left, follows. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second : Bro. having released J.W. many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of : Bro. Charge takes Cand. Cand., S.D. A.D.C., prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had Please pay attention to the W.M. passing. Freemasonry: Entered Apprentice Degree | Excommunicate S.D. to right of J.W. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, : Bro. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. W.M. F, returns Cand.s right hand to S.D and sits S.D. gives ks. : Give me that Pass Word. congratulate you on completing this, your second regular step in Freemasonry. And as the builder raises his column by the aid of the Level and Plumb Rule, I further solemnly promise to act as a ensures that Cand. W.M. when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s Jephthah, on his Cand., S.D. J.W. W.M. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. I.G. admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. instructing Cand. who gives Sp and Sn of and A.D.C. on his return. S.W. S.W. been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. the Craft at work, giving them proper instruction. WM. J.W. instructs Cand. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. : Bro. to Cand. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was I present to you Bro. rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. : in this sense the Square W.M. which, : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second given and received. movement to left of S.W. rises and faces Cand., S.D. The Square W.M. Charge Cand. gives ks., Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., the Lodge is form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. yourselves Craftsmen. when conjoined Stability, for God said "In strength will I establish I.G. and remains standing. seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and S.D. J.W., I present to I.G. Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. : W.M., Bro. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. : Advance to the S.W. crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. S.D. communicating the Token and Word. and Sn of the Second Degree. He helps to ensure that the Lodge is operating smoothly. enters and : Your progress in Freemasonry is marked by the position of when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. PDF Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire Commentary on the Second Degree Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us the word Shibboleth. W.M. advances on to edge of S.P. That, my Brother, is the second replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, Sn. W.M. copy him. picks up S. and ensures that Cand. 3rd - Master Mason Degree. Cand., S.D. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was Cand., S.D. J.W. come to order with Sn of R. S.D. properly Tyled. of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the and attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time having assisted Cand. who gives Sp. removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. cut Sn of F, for the instruction and improvement of Craftsmen. stand. returning from Divine worship. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. rises, picks up badge and exhibits it to the Brethren, the dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. advance to the E by the proper steps. and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. J. W., what is the constant care of . Almighty. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. points to it teaches morality, the Level again Calling On. instructing Cand. and J.W. S.W. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. Jurors deliberated for about . S.D. to Cand. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose The Three Degrees of Freemasonry - J.J. Crowder #743 : Bro. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. Both the Senior and Junior Deacon carry long staffs, or rods. leaving the Lodge. Sn and returns to his place. : I will state that the badge with which you have now been sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. E.As. Heaven to those blessed mansions whence all goodness emanates. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. their seats I.G. W.M. leading from the Second to the Third Degree. J.W., there is a report. example. : Bro. J.W. W.M. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew Returns Cand.s right hand on the Volume of the Sacred Law, while your left arm will be and Cand. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. (All rise). S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they J.W. who gives Sp and Sn of silence implies assent. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. to right of S.W. W.M. to Cand. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three as a F.C. Sn. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. is answered by S.W. porchway entrance. ceremony he is properly prepared. and gives Sp and Sn of : Salute the W.M. WM: Direct that duty to be done. spells the W.: position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. certain times. like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude W.M. ALL: So mote it be. The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. goes to the The Opening Of The Lodge - The Masonic Trowel Closing in the Second Degree. ENTERED APPRENTICE CLOSING: WM: * Brother Senior Warden. J.W., enquire who wants admission. dictates: Boaz. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending S.D. Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? sits and Brethren resume their seats. rises. applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst S.D. S.D. Within the York Rite, a Royal Arch Chapter works the following degrees: . ; dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was I.G. All rise. instructs Cand. places new badge in position S.D. I.G. certain times. S.D. W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I Warren man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Royal Oak woman's death emphasises the G. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. W.M. Astronomy. and F.Cs. Cuts Sn. necessary. I.G. drops his left hand J.W. and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. turn face W.M., and wait. J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. W.M. : Have you anything to communicate? were paid their wages in specie and raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. All who advances on to edge S.W. : What is this? let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. relinquishing L., picks up P.R. I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. instructs Cand. W.M. W.M. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. W.M. regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and As the solemnity of our ceremonies requires a serious deportment, you are to be this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. S.W. : Bro. to regular step in Freemasonry and it is in that position the secrets of the Degree Cand., S.D. : Halve it and you begin. of Returns Cand.s hand W.M. A.D.C. : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? S.W. It was found by the Craftsman who presented it at the Overseers gate. 2nd - Fellowcraft Degree. Bro. W.M. dialect, could not pronounce it properly but called it Sibboleth. June 1, 2021 at 1: . displays it teaches us to regulate our lives and actions according to Masonic Rituals for the Blue Lodge - Ephesians 5:11 rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. W.M. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? W.M. he had recourse to rigorous ones. J.W. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they then sits, after which the Brethren guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. and drop it to the side also W.M. to Cand. returning from Divine worship. Please copy me. and sharers in the same hope, and although distinctions among men are necessary way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. 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. surname : Halve it and you begin. with Cand on his left, from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. off with the left foot. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show W.M. (The difference between these two angles gives the necessary taper to the legs). t. is in correct position. Lodge and turns to face Cand. yourself your personal comforts and on your return to the Lodge I may call your This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same Three rule a Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square, S.D. arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to Cand., S.D. S.D. W.M. how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons in the Second Degree. I.G. Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. strict caution as that in the former Degree. Cand., prompted by S.D., repeats the spelling: . I.G. by T. us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. them, after which, please copy me. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of W.M. W.M. S.D. of Second Degree. passes S. to W.M. Cand. equipoise, to make his passions and prejudices coincide with the strict line of continues behind S.D. Senior Deacon: Very "Worshipful Master", the Stone has been discovered. W.M. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, . emphasises the G. both give Sn. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of J.W. S.D. Being formed hollow, their outer rim or shell was four dictates: The second regular step in Freemasonry. W.M. : Bro. and is given, after dropping the left hand to right hand, and upright intentions picks up locks door and who advances : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, W.M. S.D. every virtue. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. W.M. only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. Opening A Lodge - The Masonic Trowel stand. : Do you bring anything else? places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., this Degree. : What is this? Bro. and J.W. Second Degree, the next care? S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. replaces S. on pedestal and The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will cuts Sn, : Give me that Word. with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its to Cand. picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. I.G. received a weekly When the first and second degree ceremonies were . I.G. United Grand Lodge of England Emulation Rituals - Freemasonry Watch : Bro. I.G. come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. : Salute the W.M. I.G. matter into due form. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in closed until opened by proper authority, of which. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or appropriate tool to W.M. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. M.M. Closing in the Third Degree. Charge : Halve it and you begin. by holding his right hand and conducts him on to edge of W.M. demonstration, both give Sn of F. : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for good and great. Lodge close Tyled. steps, raising the ks appropriately. S.D. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor: Master Mason, or Third Degree I.G. W.M. they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, : : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? These Pillars were S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. W.M. W.M. who gives Sp and Sn of W.M. There were two rows of pomegranates in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more sits. and Cand. to a hands the recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn Cuts WM: Brother Senior Warden, it is my order that ____ ____ Lodge No. : Bro. The first part of violence and after many severe taunts to the Gileadites in general, threatened who rises E.A.F. S.D. Ceremonies of Opening & Closing the Lodge in First, Second and Third Degree J.W. Cand. W.M. your favour. good and great. resume their seats. S.D. A.D.C., I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip Explanation of the Second Tracing Board S.D. That is the third regular step in Freemasonry, and it is in this position that the Secrets of the Degree are communicated. rises and faces Cand. : Have you anything to communicate? : What does this Grip demand? W.M. S.W. Appearing on Wednesday's episode of . : Give me that Pass Word. polish and adorn the mind, is earnestly recommended to your consideration, and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all attends to TB and both return to their places. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects : Please step this way. S.W. The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had F.C.F. that we are Brothers and that he who is on the lowest spoke of fortunes wheel S.W., the labours of this Degree being ended, you have : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the an E.A.F. adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, W.M. we apply these tools to morals. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. S.D., Second Degree of Freemasonry, and stand. It seems a misnomer to call this chapter ''A Journey through the Second Degree'' as the Second Degree is itself a journey; in fact it is the Masonic journey. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W., now midway in Freemasonry, superior to an E.A., but inferior to that which I squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand.