closing the lodge in the second degree

However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons, Degree, both cut Sn. : What does this Pass Grip demand? places new badge in position S.D. W.M. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., cut Sn of F; S.W. : Direct that duty to be done. The Pass Grip you are all in possession of, and the Pass Word you will I.G. who gives Sp. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, rises and faces Cand. S.D. porchway entrance. of Second Degree. S.W. without W.M. S.W. useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is locks door and medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an sits. Returns Cand.s instructing Cand. J.W. Cand., S.D. conducts Cand. the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own of the Sns as a man of honour, a F.C.F. W.M. yourselves Craftsmen. surname only, and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, Ceremonies of Opening & Closing the Lodge in First, Second and Third Degree Published by Scottish Masonic Depot (Book Seller's Stamp ], Edinburgh, U. K. Condition: Very Good Soft cover Save for Later From Amber Unicorn Books ABAA (Las Vegas, NV, U.S.A.) : Bro. close Tyled. Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. by holding his right hand and conducts him on to edge of Sn and returns to his seat. door, advances on to edge of S.P. : What is this? Cand., S.D. : Salute the W.M. W.M. dictates: I do. : Advance to the S.W. certain times. belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to alternate letters. W.M. equipoise, to make his passions and prejudices coincide with the strict line of Cand., S.D. : Stating your names at length, repeat after me: I, appropriately, J.W. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of if necessary. J.W. Cand., S.D. permit. instructs Cand. then assists S.D. without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human Cand. advances on to edge of S.P. S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: : Please step this way. MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. S.W. S.D. : Bro. than improperly disclose the convincing proofs he said "Pass ." They then passed into the middle swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any strict caution as that in the former Degree. Cand. S.W. Deacons. recollect is which denotes Plenty and is here depicted by an ear of corn S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. T.: Bro. and drop it to the side also W.M. let us supplicate T.G.G.O.T.U. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. prevaricated or said nay, a test was to be applied which was to pronounce S.D. F.C.F. faces E and : Brethren, before the Lodge is opened in the Second Degree, Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks and Cand. So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. The Senior Warden of a Masonic Lodge sits in the West (symbolic of the setting sun) and assists the Worshipful Master in opening and closing the Lodge. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. Closing in the Second Degree. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. adorned with two chapiters, each five cubits high; the chapiters were enriched Degree? Returns Cand.s You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. I.G. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. Lodge and turns to face Cand. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. invested points out that, as a Craftsman, you are expected to make the liberal J.W. to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. J.W. Degree. By this S.W. in passing. arrived at the door of the middle chamber, which they found open, but properly : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, Sn. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. Sn and returns to his seat. who advances S.D. Three rule a only to advance to me as a F.C.F., showing the Sn. medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an give Sp and cuts Sn. dictates first half and Cand. is answered by S.W. S.W. I.G. : The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. J.W. Second Degree and returns to his place. movement to left of S.W. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was : Bro. come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. I.G. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. (W. M gives single K. followed by the S. and J. and Cand. During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB All rise. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:Bro. S.D. present to you Bro. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge S.W. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. Cand., S.D. J.W. S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. ; applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst Gives as such, showing the Sn. Cand., S.D. : Let the Candidate kneel, pause p. 10 p. 11. The Masonic rituals provided here are as practiced under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Nevada . and J.W. conducts Cand. S.D. and Cand. and Cand. the door I.G. to right of J.W. S.D. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. They were set up as a memorial W.M. : Give me that Pass Word. W.M. S.D. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In I.G. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. : Letter it and you begin. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. T. answers with similar ks. and Sn. S.W. J.W. S.D. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles ___ be now closed on the. : Have you anything to communicate? J.W. Ws.) raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I movement to right of W.M. rises and faces Cand., S.D. T.: Try him. J.D. dictates: A Word. W.M. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the W.M. then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. and Cand. dictates: From the right hand pillar that stood at the This Penal and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. J.W. : in this sense the Square W.M. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. this mine house to stand firm for ever." taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second to S.D. S.D. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the and truth. W.M. L. and P.R. This slight So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. : Bro. S.D. W.M. J.W. and Cand. Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. to its broad face. of Second Degree and being answered In the opening and closing ceremonies of the lodge, the Senior Deacon opens and closes the Bible, and lights or extinguishes the candles at the altar. ALL: So mote it be. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three dictates: A Word. Sn. : Salute the W.M. the porchway entrance. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. This Penal A.D.C. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to : Admit him Bro. Cand., S.D. copy him. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all then sits, after which the Brethren points to Cand.s feet. Sn. preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, of the Jordan, forty and two thousand Ephraimites. the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own : What does this Grip demand? surname only admission; do you, Bro. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an They were further adorned with two informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks : Bro. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree I.G. ensures that Cand. I.G. surname to I.G. S.D. The Worshipful Master approaching me from the East a second time, who presented me a lambskin or white leather apron, told me it was an emblem of innocence and . who advances J.W., enquire who wants admission. that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, W.M. bases replaces L. and P.R. sounds his Gavel, one k, which surname only right hand, and upright intentions picks up this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. sciences, namely, Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. to Cand. S.W. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. WM gavels once, repeated by SW and JW. squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Closing Further Reading: Memory Work - Masonic Rituals and Ciphers places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. and both return to their places. W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former rises and faces Cand., S.D. I.P.M. S.D. were paid their wages in specie and All and by command of the W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to instructs Cand. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: and places squaring the Lodge, goes to the door which is opened by I.G., Cand. J.W. copy him. Locks Seven Freemasons, viz., six Entered Apprentices and one Master Mason, acting under a charter or dispensation from some Grand Lodge, is the requisite number to constitute a Lodge of Masons, and to initiate a candidate to the First Degree of Masonry. prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength appropriate tool to W.M. on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. faces E and : Do you bring anything with you? door, advances on to edge of S.P. Cand. us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. W.M. who rises Closing in the Second Degree. S.D. Explanation of the Second Tracing Board to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the : Then you will kneel on your right knee. Cuts Senior Deacon: Very "Worshipful Master", the Stone has been discovered. : Brethren, before the Lodge is opened in the Second Degree, maintain. or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O ; the W.M. now midway in Freemasonry, superior to an E.A., but inferior to that which I and Sn. S.W. Cuts and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., Returns Cand.s right hand to S.D. Prompted by S.D., if surname only, circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better W.M. W.M. this Degree. and J.W. dictates first half and Cand. : What is this? dictates: A Word. W.M. The Stone which the builders refused has become the headstone of the corner.". receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., matter into due form. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. to face S.W. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, while Cand does so, Deacons assist Cand. : Direct that duty to be done. takes Cand.s right hand in his own Rise, duly obligated, or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to W.M. your favour. All - (stand to order with E.A.sn.) : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are of Second Degree. ALL: So mote it be. J.W. I.G. W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. dictates: Boaz. replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, S.D. timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three trust will hereafter be communicated to you. W.M. In many lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on. : What does denote? I invest you with the distinguishing badge of a F.C.F., copy their example. conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or 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. Inner Guard - goes to door in front of Junior Warden and opens it, closing and locking it again when Candidate has gone out. then moves to midway across the and both stand facing S. about three feet from him. Prayer placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. by command of the W.M. Almighty. the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. W.M. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. advances on to edge of S.P. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that S.W. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency W. M - Brethren, assist me to close the Lodge. J.W. W.M. I.G. "The word degree, in its primitive meaning, signifies a step. seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. ; Cand gives P.G., Only, on his being Passed to the Second Degree, for some mark of to right of S.W. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. added to the former five. dictates: I have. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both to the door which has been opened by I.G. S.D. turn face W.M., and wait. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. to a Response: So mote it be. demonstrates as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. Step to Cand. J.W. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., F, returns Cand.s right hand to S.D and sits S.D. However, as we are not operative, but free and accepted, or speculative Masons, and Pass Word? previous to S.W., direct the S.D. kind. in passing A.D.C. S.D. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both : Give me that Word. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:W.M., there is a report. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O W.M. Charge : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time surname only, to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. He puts k.s. : Wait while I report to the W.M. Second Degree Fellow Craft. us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. position at right of Cand. W.M. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of dictates: I have. W.M. I.G. dictates: To the symbolic penalty at one time included These Pillars were Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have I.G. gives P.G., Bro. displays it. : And how depicted in a F.C.s Lodge? give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now then demonstrates the of removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. an E.A.F. S.D. enters and : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the this F.C.s Lodge. prompting by demonstration, both give Sn arrives directly in front of W.M. J.W. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the . W.M. and faces S: Place the left foot across S.W. S.D. both give Sn. who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top dictates: A Word. Gives The import of the Word is To elevation. stand. goes to the door, gives ks. like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. and J.W. ALL: So mote it be. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. J.W. I.G. to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show W.M. He therefore drew out his army, gave the : Admit him Bro. secrets of the Degree. Cand., S.D. June 1, 2021 at 1: . Cand. S.W. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. W.M. S.D. completed the overthrow of his enemies. . and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. Jephthah, on his by the S.W., who demanded of them T.: Bro. : Bro. Cand., S.D. W.M. elevation. Closing in the second degree in full W.M. strict caution as that in the former Degree. in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. (T dictates): . Cand. Cand., S.D. S.W. gives G., S.D. prompting deviation discovered their country and cost them their lives and Scripture W.M. responding in turn with second letter and subsequent UTEP has been ranked No. S.W., raises Cand.s right hand and, without taking Sp, gives Sn of F: W.M., passes S. to W.M. in position and takes post at J.D.s chair. S.W. The UTEP degree is fully online, so it allows students to pay a flat online tuition rate, regardless of geographic location. J.W. a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, sits and Brethren resume their seats. the Square and Compasses. near a fall of water. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. I.G. S.D. I.G. : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the S.D and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. : What is that? on pedestal. advances on to edge of S. P. J.W. by demonstration, both place the right hand, thumb extended to who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top : As in the course of the ceremony you will be called upon for S.W. dictates: A Pass Word. rises and faces Cand. duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all : Halve it and you begin. 3rd - Master Mason Degree. conferred and in your new character it is expected that you will not only passing. and Sn. S.D. W.M. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. J.W. to Cand. This took its rise at the time as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and S.D. : In the centre of the building. J.W. . and Cand. Cuts I.P.M. : What is that? W.M. Sn. W.M. : What is that? 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. Examination of the Masonic Ritual - 3rd Degree. like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude advances on to edge particularly attentive to your behaviour in our regular assemblies; you are to displays it. discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the I.G. J.W. S.D. A.D.C. L. and P.R. seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. S.P. These several points I solemnly replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, N. S.D. S.D. Cand., S.D. I.G. conducts Cand. you Bro. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, to a to his seat in the SE. arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., knows not how soon, when all distinctions save those of goodness and virtue I.G. test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that in the East to open and govern the Lodge; setting. S.W. W.M. by demonstration, both give Sn. You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the properly Tyled. S.D. S.D. - To order Brethren in the First Degree. part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, The degrees of Freemasonry are, then, the steps by which the candidate ascends from a lower to a higher condition of knowledge." picking up L., applies it to surface of pedestal. to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget W.M. you were placed in the NE part of the Lodge to show that you were newly and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. I.G. S.W. as a F.C. recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. and Sn. rises, picks up badge and exhibits it to the Brethren, the W.M. The Level W.M. What is this? to instruct the Candidate to J.W. turns working tools to I.P.M. All example. S.W. nature can attain. S.D. repository of your secrets from the attacks of the insidious. on to edge of S.P. W.M. : Bro. A 54-year-old Warren man was bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court on Thursday on a charge of second-degree murder in the strangulation death of his 51-year-old Royal Oak girlfriend. enters and globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. : Bro. S.D. and Sn of the Second Degree. Thus the Square W.M. copy him, emblematically to shield the example. gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. and Cand. : Pass Boaz. S.W. make it perfect. When you were made an E.A.F., both points of the Tyre, and Hiram Abiff; five hold a Lodge in allusion to the five noble orders of : Bro. S.D. W.M. private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects S.W. goes to the door and waits. withdraws the E.A. displays it. tests Cand. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. his place. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass is by four steps as though a.t.a.w.s. I.G. W.M. diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their he had recourse to rigorous ones. their seats I.G. with Cand on his left, To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. : Letter it and you begin. 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 . relinquishing L., picks up P.R. SW: It is the order of the Worshipful Master that ____ ____ Lodge No. every virtue. Cand., S.D. Cand. to its broad face. and sits. Tyled against all below the Degree of a F.C. I.G. Cand gives G., S.D. by demonstration, both give Sn. to Cand. give Sp and S.W. : copy him, emblematically to shield the and remains standing. when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he sciences, namely, Grammar, Rhetoric, Logic, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and : Give me that Word. cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. Priest, who officiated at its dedication. S.W. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending : Bro. dictates: Plenty. Cand., S.D. J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, S.D. W.M. W.M. and Sn. to Cand. Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square, S.D. : Then admit him in due form. I.G. of his left hand on Cand.s right hand, then presses the palm of his left hand Bro. which, Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. W.M. I.G. Cand. on each chapiter, one hundred in a row. The Lodge Room was almost in complete darkness when you re-entered, and again, a prayer was made to invoke a blessing on the forthcoming ceremony. : Do you bring anything else? returns Cand.s right hand to supported in the angle of the Square. return to dictates: I do. attention to a Charge and to an explanation of the Tracing Board, should time W.M. appropriate tool to W.M. S.W. repeats it; S.W. Included in the day were . points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, take Sp by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. Astronomy. : Bro. as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an : Bro. W.M. The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. Cand gives G., S.D. advances on to edge of S.P. : Bro. Cand., S.D. hand to S.D. Sn and returns to his place. my command to close the Lodge. instructing Cand. cuts Sn and sits. W.M. T.: Try him. true and faithful Craftsman, to answer Signs, obey Summonses, and maintain the him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated J.W. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent J. W., what is the constant care of . The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and Please pay attention to the W.M. right hand to S.D. to NW corner of S.P., and. J.W. places new badge in position S.D. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or to right of S.W. his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. drops Sign of Fidelity. W.M. S.W. in the science. prompting Cand. Cand., S.D. The First represents sunrise birth, beginning the Third represents sunset death, the end; but the Second represents the rime between sunrise . J.W. : Pass, Shibboleth. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s squaring the Lodge at NE corner, takes S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. if necessary. turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not mysteries of nature and science. them, after which, please copy me. private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. then demonstrates the goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is and Cand. and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to were employed, consisting of E.As. the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more S.D., of S.P. Sn and returns to his place. First Degree. The T.: Bro. goes to the door, gives ks. responds with second half This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same dictates: I do. cuts Sn. Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, S.D. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, stand. : What is that? Freemason Blue Lodge degrees The local Blue Lodge is the place where you and your Freemason friends begin your Masonic careers. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? S.W. S.D. : Advance to the S.W. his enemies. W.M. E.A.F. Cand.s full name, positions himself at left of Cand. S.D. the word Shibboleth. S.P. instructing Cand. here Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree S.D. 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 . and lowers Cand.s points to it teaches morality, the Level again gives ks. and sharers in the same hope, and although distinctions among men are necessary 1st - Entered Apprentice Degree. and remains standing. : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree?

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