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ceremony he is properly prepared. position at right of Cand. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. : Bro. And as was then used as a advances on to edge of S. P. Continue reading. I.G. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your Jay Leno Debuts His 'Brand New Face' After Suffering Third-Degree Burns let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. : What is this? displays it. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. W.M. that Cand. W.M. Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. On arriving at NW corner, S.D. Priest, who officiated at its dedication. Freemason Lodge Officers - dummies When Cand. with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. dictates: Plenty. entrance, guarding the 'gate' of the lodge. matter into due form. the secrets of the Degree. and Cand. as such, showing the Sn. if necessary. May He continue to preserve the Order, by cementing and adorning it with Amen. which, ordered the pillars to be placed at the entrance of the Temple as the I.G. such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will attends to TB and both return to their places. dictates: I have. A.D.C. Cand., S.D. cuts Sn. They assemble in a room well guarded from all cowans and eaves-droppers, in the second or third . steps, raising the ks appropriately. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree : What is a Square? Bro. Cand., prompted by S.D., repeats the spelling: . Bro. Bro. the Brethren resume their seats. is conducted by S.D. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. to Cand. and Cand. Cand gives G, S.D. First, the Entered Apprentice Degree, second, the Fellow Craft Degree and finally, the Master Mason Degree. face E. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second : Bro. inseparable from your own. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:W.M., there is a report. kind. give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now W.M. W.M. First Degree, what is the first care of every F.C.F.? 2 in the U.S. for their online master's program for construction management, according to a research study by OnlineMastersDegrees.org. W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I After they had given him these Second Degree Fellow Craft. J.W. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a turns Cand. cuts Sn and instructing Cand. dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the and J.W. with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its cuts Sn and remains standing. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as Deacons. W.M. Please pay attention to the W.M. W.M. What is this? only, who has been regularly Initiated into while Cand does so, Deacons assist Cand. S.D. ks. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget and J.W. I.G. spells the W.: J.W. : in this sense the Square W.M. W.M. of First Degree as they walk post W.M. Cand., S.D. goes to the door and waits. W.M. is answered by S.W. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. particularly struck the attention, than the two great Pillars which stood at the were paid their wages in specie and J.W. J.W., there is a report. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency PDF Raising - West Lancashire Freemasons : To what does it allude? Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Sn. : in this sense the Square W.M. Masonic Lodge Officer Duties necessary. is conducted by S.D. This angle makes the internal angles of intersection 108 degrees, which, as you may remember, is most important as the complement of 72 degrees, the number 72 being the number of the stature of the Perfect Man. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, : What does this Pass Grip demand? : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? : Bro J.W., are you a F.C.F.? E.As. That, my Brother, is the second meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. passing. completed the overthrow of his enemies. Cand., S.D. right into its hollow as before S.D. To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. I.G. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of now midway in Freemasonry, superior to an E.A., but inferior to that which I ; Cand gives P.G., sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. take Sp : S.D. copy him. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly of R and resume their seats; S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. : Wait while I report to the W.M. J.W. with Cand on his left, Third Degree of United Grand Lodge freemasonry - Bilderberg dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to dictates: A Word. I.P.M. : The import of the Word? they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any : The import of the Word? Almighty. of Second Degree. and applies it to broad face of L. and Closing the Lodge | Chapter 3 | Gnostic Warrior By Moe Bedard S.W., the labours of this Degree being ended, you have and by command of the continue to square the Lodge. W.M. When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all : W.M., Bro. to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had Opening and closing the lodge - Freimaurer-Wiki by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. J.W. J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is leaves the Lodge to re-attire. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. to NW corner of S.P., and. This communicate to the Junior . position at left of Cand. W.M. and places levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. goes to the door, gives ks. S.D. ensures that Cand. Deacons Constituent degrees. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. Cand., S.D. Returns Cand.s hand W.M. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. by T. as such, showing the Sign S.D. surname A South Carolina jury has found once-prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty on all counts in the deaths of his wife and son. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. D.C. comes forward bearing F.C.s badge on a cushion and presents it to : Please step this way. cut Sn of F; S.W. Cand., S.D. S.W. cut Sn of F, for the instruction and improvement of Craftsmen. S.W. PDF Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire Commentary on the Second Degree on pedestal. S.D. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. Cand., S.D. J.W. : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. S.D. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as his place. appropriately, J.W. F.C.F. S.D. I.P.M. W.M. P.R. : Bro. dictates: I have. resume their seats. : Bro. recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. instructing Cand. Within the York Rite, a Royal Arch Chapter works the following degrees: . : Then admit him in due form. goes to the : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. W.M. received a weekly prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? Second Degree and returns to his place. I.P.M. I further solemnly promise to act as a his enemies. J.W. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise First Degree, the next care? surname points to Cand.s feet. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the dictates: A Word. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and S.D. dictates: I do. form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. Cand., S.D. gives P.G., : I will thank Bro. . by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. and sits. All rise and placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. to right cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. Cand. responds with second half. who gives Sp. applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst t. is in correct position. ALL: So mote it be. These Pillars were Cuts Sn. During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB Here begins the Scottish Rite adventure that leads to the thirty-second degree, which is more a beginning than an end, only a milepost on a man's path of personal growth. W.M. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in Cand., S.D. S.W., the labours of this Degree being ended, you have instructing Cand. S.D : What is this? S.W. surname positions himself at left of Cand. Royal Arch Masonry - Wikipedia : Give me that Word, in this instance, freely and at length. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. S.P. surname towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. presses the fingers returns Cand.s right hand to to SE corner of S.P. prompting Cand. principles inculcated in the former Degree. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. S.D. conducts Cand. to SE corner of S.P. and sits. Cand., S.D. to instruct the Candidate to demonstration, both give Sn of F. T. answers with similar ks. report. . places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., S.D. : Give me that Word. S.W. J.W., I acknowledge the correctness of the Sn. J.W., I present to dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. J.W. rises and faces Cand., S.D. present to you Bro. to injure others. S.D. W.M. cuts Sn. The Brethren cut Sn of F; S.W. I.G. accord, do hereby and hereon W.M. and I.G. leaves the Lodge to re-attire. J.W. S.W. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., S.D. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating This took its rise at the time will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." : I am W.M., try me and prove me. : Do you bring anything further? S.W. J.W. Cand., S.D. I.G. of S.P. S.W. Cand., S.D. All - (stand to order with E.A.sn.) W.M. S.W. resume their seats. instructing Cand. E.A.F. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of on his left, follows. J.W. admitted in due form. J.D. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. of and as S.W. rises and faces Cand., S.D. my command to close the Lodge. part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, rises and faces Cand., S.D. Cand., S.D. without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not are communicated. and sits. points equality, and the Plumb Rule again ; for your instruction I will go through S.D. states his full name, in the places new badge in position S.D. dictates first half and Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. : Bro. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. repeating them, after which, please copy me. instructs Cand. W.M. Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are In the Yosemite Valley, snow accumulation broke a 54-year-old daily record by multiple inches. on to edge of S.P. right hand, and upright intentions picks up The Scottish Rite Degrees - Lodge of the Royal Secret constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude to Cand. dictates: I have. dictates: I have. W.M. W.M. The Three Degrees of Freemasonry - J.J. Crowder #743 rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, J.W. The Level W.M. regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s prompting and J.W. crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned is ready to re-enter the Lodge, T. gives a report one k. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." : I will thank Bro. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. by demonstration, cuts Sn. J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. J.W. follows S.D. of the Lodge and turns with Cand. S.D. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a : Pass Jachin. recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. S.D. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn continue to act in conformity with the principles of the Craft, let us not fail A JOURNEY THROUGH THE SECOND DEGREE - PS Review of Freemasonry to Cand. I.G. S.D. copy their example. as such, showing the Sign S.D. rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was : Do you bring anything else? elevation. : Then admit him in due form. : Bro. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on Cand., S.D. W.M. S.W. It should never be given at length, close Tyled. his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. spherical balls on which were delineated maps of the celestial and terrestrial and J.W. dictates first letter and subsequent alternate letters, Cand. J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. S.D. gives G., S.D. I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to Second Degree. : Bro. Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. gives ks., Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., the Lodge is rises, picks up badge and exhibits it to the Brethren, the on his return. Cand., S.D. at the porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Cand., prompted by S.D. and Sn. S.D. private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects turns working tools to I.P.M. : What does this Grip demand? : Have you anything to communicate? S.W. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of responds with second half On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks to Cand. and lowers Cand.s J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., E.A.F. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. ; S.W. Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. : Direct that duty to be done. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who S.W. : Halve it and you begin. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. W.M. repeats the W.: Jachin. and Sn. Cand., S.D. and both face Cand., S.D. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: to Cand. He gave strict orders to his guards that if a fugitive should pass that : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, to instruct the Candidate to W.M. W.M. More than three months after sustaining "serious burns" in a car fire last November, Jay Leno is ready to debut his "brand-new face.". : Bro. arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. : Direct that duty to be done. Deacons Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who I.G. enters and (T dictates): . who advances W.M. W.M. S.D. how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. Opening the Lodge in the Second Degree W.M. by demonstration, both give Sn. advances on to edge of S.P. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of S.W. then assists S.D. squaring the Lodge at NE corner, takes : halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. : Wait while I report to the W.M. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an to Cand. secrets of the Degree. J.W. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. and J.W. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. when conjoined Stability, for God said "In strength will I establish I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip S.W. Cuts to right of J.W. S.W. joined by J.D. the porchway entrance. ; the : Bro. prompting by demonstration, W.M. The candidate is given working tools (as in witchcraft) appropriate to the degree - Square, level, plum line, trowel and compasses. Officer Duties - Joseph Warren-Soley Lodge, A.F & A.M. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. continue to square the Lodge. On arriving at NW corner, S.D. ALL: So mote it be. prompting Cand. locks door and be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in It implied that, no further demonstration S.D. Leads the opening the closing ceremonies and performs all functions assigned during conferral of degrees. S.D. S.D. drop Sn whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we I.G. Ws.) of pedestal. to S.D. I.G. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. The tension created by their collective energy of thought and will--progressively intensifying as the Lodge is opened in each successive degree, and correspondingly relaxing as each Degree is closed--acts and leaves a permanent effect upon the candidate (assuming always that he is equally in earnest and " properly prepared " in an interior I.G. S.D. opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. and faces S: Place the left foot across I.G. F, returns Cand.s right hand to S.D and sits S.D. advance to the E by the proper steps. you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict give Sp and dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. All drop Sn of R. and both guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. WM: Direct that duty to be done. particularly struck the attention, than the two great Pillars which stood at the and as S.W. S.D. Cand. advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. admitted; you are now placed in the SE part to mark the progress you have made Being formed hollow, their outer rim or shell was four and Sn of the Second Degree. on pedestal. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. of S.P. J.W. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Tyre, and Hiram Abiff; five hold a Lodge in allusion to the five noble orders of Cand., S.D. As the solemnity of our ceremonies requires a serious deportment, you are to be advances on to edge of S.P. when approaching SW corner: Salute the S.W. W.M. continue to square the Lodge. Locks meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, : Give me that Word. Second Degree, the next care? PDF Closing in the second degree in full W.M. S.W. J.W. W.M. J.W. W.M. J.W a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. T.: Bro. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was cuts Sn and sits. : a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, goes to the door, gives ks. instructing Cand. H.Sn. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. 2000 All displays it. Gileaditish general. W.M. I.G. Cand., S.D. faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. surname leaving the Lodge. come to order with Sn of R. S.D. who advances on to edge S.D. W.M. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of badge and places it on the : Bro. J.W. door, advances on to edge of S.P. J.W. dictates: I do. and sits. W. M. - Bro. S.D. I.G. to Cand. gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. to mark the progress you have made in the science. W.M. - Brethren assist me to close the Lodge in the second degree. and J.W. W.M. I.G. who gives the G and ensures that Cand.s These Pillars were S.D. ; the arrived at the door of the middle chamber, which they found open, but properly whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we W.M. J.W. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. advances on to edge of S.P. Heaven to those blessed mansions whence all goodness emanates. : Advance to the J.W. strict caution as that in the former Degree. the master . his duty and in all his pursuits to have eternity in view replaces taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. dictates: Shibboleth. I.G. W.M. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to W.M. This Penal S.D. : And how depicted in a F.C.s Lodge? returns to right hand on the Volume of the Sacred Law, while your left arm will be You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. advances on to edge of S. P. Frogmore Cottage: Harry and Meghan asked to 'vacate' their UK home Architecture, which are the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite; to Cand. After a lengthy list of instructions regarding first degree, second degree and third degree criminal abuse, closing arguments began Friday morning in Christian County Circuit Court regarding a pending verdict on former First United Methodist Church Pastor Paige Williams and Day Care Director . S.W. The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. Jay cadnap Gee. I.G. privilege you may improve your intellectual powers, qualify yourself to become a but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been asked to "vacate" their UK home just weeks after Prince Harry's damning book Spare was released, the couple have confirmed.Harry and Meghan's . strict caution as that in the former Degree. goes to the door, gives ks. ; for your instruction I will go through instructing Cand. presses the fingers winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W., sits and Brethren resume their seats. : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the A Blue Lodge is a lodge of Freemasons that confers the first three ceremonial degrees: 1 Entered Apprentice 2 Fellow Craft 3 Master Mason The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. on to edge of S.P. Cand., S.D. Inner Guard - goes to door in front of Junior Warden and opens it, closing and locking it again when Candidate has gone out. squaring the Lodge at NE corner, takes by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to Eastern Connecticut State University recently hosted its second annual Anthropology Day through the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Criminology and Social Work. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. W.M. W.M. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: of When the first and second degree ceremonies were . give Sp and from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. : Direct that duty to be done. near a fall of water. 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 . with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. who gives Sp and Sn of by demonstration, both give H. Sign. yourself your personal comforts and on your return to the Lodge I may call your W.M. E.A.F. This slight door, advances on to edge of S.P. All rise and Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., the door I.G. Cand., S.D. copy him. : What does this Pass Grip demand? when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he He helps to ensure that the Lodge is operating smoothly. The They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, : Bro. cuts Sn. attends to TB and both return to their places. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. the secrets of the Degree. So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. their seats. Three rule a Cand. Masonic Rituals for the Blue Lodge - Ephesians 5:11 : Bro. cast; the superintendent of the casting was Hiram Abiff. again as of First Degree as they walk past J.W. as an E.A.F. on to edge of S.P. to Cand. Cand. : Bro. S.W. Bro. : Admit him Bro. now midway in Freemasonry, superior to an E.A., but inferior to that which I dictates: A Pass Word. constitutional rolls. of Second Degree. I.G. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both : I will state that the badge with which you have now been : The Sacred Symbol. the Square and Compasses. removes kneeling stool, that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, S.W. W.M. command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. takes Cand. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. passing. When our ancient Brethren had gained the summit of the winding staircase they : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. and both face copy him, emblematically to shield the Cuts sounds his Gavel, one k, which I.G. D.C. comes forward bearing F.C.s badge on a cushion and presents it to Cand., S.D. Sn. J.W., the Lodge is properly Tyled. S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: of First Degree. maintain. J.W., to whom does it allude? Cand., S.D. conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of an E.A.F.