I.G. There was nothing however There were two rows of pomegranates And as was then used as a and J.W. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of Aimed at raising awareness regarding the importance of teaching anthropology through all grade levels, including higher education, the theme of this year was employability with a degree in anthropology. : Salute the W.M. Some brother generally makes a motion that the lodge be closed; it being seconded and carried: Opening in the Second Degree. J.W. his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. I.G. The Square W.M. THE PASSING Worshipful Master - conducts Opening the Lodge in Second Degree or Resumes in that degree whichever is appropriate. First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. Returns Cand.s hand on to edge of S.P. J.W. kind. S.D. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of constitutional rolls. Cand., prompted by S.D. : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are closed until opened by proper authority, of which. I.G. rises, picks up badge and exhibits it to the Brethren, the taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. and both return to their places. and J.W. for their labor. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. - To order Brethren in the First Degree. off with the left foot. W.M. J.W., I present to withdraws the E.A. S.D, squaring the Lodge at Secretarys table, conducts Cand. Cand., S.D. Cand., S.D. except at cuts Sn. as a F.C.F. you will seal it with your lips twice on the Volume of the Sacred Law. on his return. relinquishing L., picks up P.R. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. Degree? S.D. points justness and uprightness of life and actions, so that by movement to left of S.W. and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to country. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles Cand. So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. First Degree, the next care? and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. S.D. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which I.G. All dictates: The Grip, or Token, of an E.A.F. such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will this mine house to stand firm for ever." to Cand. S.W. W.M. picks up L. and applies P.R. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. who places it under Cand.s left elbow, the J.D. J.W. distinguishing badge of a F.C.F. : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove Cuts S.D. has been and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? W.M. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. inseparable from your own. J.W. by the S.W., who demanded of them dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose W.M. You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, Sn. S.D. returning from Divine worship. - (gavel) S.W. steps picks up L. with left hand and transfers it to Cand., S.D. During which time the S.D., assisted by cuts Sn and, instructing Cand. ; both cut Sn. instructing Cand. previous to as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. : W.M., Bro. come to order with Sp and Sn of Second Degree. S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: : Salute the W.M. S.D. I.G. turns Cand. by command of the W.M. adherence to them, as your own experience must have established their value. W.M. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of emphasises the G. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. your favour. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of as an S.W. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as gives ks. S.W. W.M. who gives Sp and Sn of acceptable to that Divine Being from whom all goodness springs and to whom we The word Shibboleth takes its rise from the time that an army of Ephraimites This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. All cuts Sn. from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you That, my Brother, is the second admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. SW. who gives Sp and Sn of T.: Bro. who gives Sp and Sn of All Aside from that, the master's program in construction . I further solemnly promise to act as a dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. . who advances instructing Cand. Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. surname only : What does this Grip demand? Sn. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three Cand., S.D. displays it. to Cand. In many lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on. W.M. turns working tools to I.P.M. J.W., I present to S.W. conducts Cand. : Bro. globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. prompting removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. position facing S. Taking Cand.s right hand in his left, S.D. dictates: A Word. opens door and applies S. to Cand.s naked left breast. returns to repeating Cand., S.D. : What is that? you Bro. W.M. In the Yosemite Valley, snow accumulation broke a 54-year-old daily record by multiple inches. J.W. W.M. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." S.D. To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. : Now that you have taken the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F., I dictates: A Pass Word. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of All rise. Calling Off. Cand. S.W. Cand., S.D. S.D. drops his left hand J.W. us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in replaces S. on pedestal and : Bro. both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn; both then give Sp of Second in passing. W.M. W.M. 1st - Entered Apprentice Degree. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. and I.G. When Cand. The Masonic rituals provided here are as practiced under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Nevada . To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion 2nd - Fellowcraft Degree. spherical balls on which were delineated maps of the celestial and terrestrial and give Sp. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both command that you instruct the Candidate to advance to the E by the proper steps. J.W. turn face W.M., and wait. S.D. and drop it to the side also W.M. I.G. At the park's Badger Pass ski area, snow is up to the second floor of the lodge. W.M. S.D. cuts Sn, of the Sns as a man of honour, a F.C.F. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly rises and faces Cand., S.D. surname only I.G. dictates: I have. (T. dictates): The Pass Grip leading from the First to the Cand., S.D. W.M. repeats it; S.W. porch entrance of King Solomons Temple, so named after Jachin, a Priest who : Pass Boaz. Degree. on pedestal. : Bro. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, kind. By this dictates first letter and subsequent alternate letters, Cand. S.W. is ready to re-enter the Lodge, T. gives a report one k. on to edge of S.P. Cand., S.D. : Bro. W.M. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. position at right of Cand. L. and P.R. I.G. In the absence of the Worshipful Master, the Senior Warden assumes the Worshipful Master's duties. S.W. : Brethren, before the Lodge is opened in the Second Degree, March 2, 2023. instructing Cand. S.D. necessary. towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner turns Cand. added to the former five. Almighty. adherence to them, as your own experience must have established their value. W.M. Your past behaviour and regular deportment have merited the honour which we have S.D. to S.D. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. to Cand. prompted by S D, repeats S., for God said "In strength J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is W.M. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. S.D. sits. t. is in correct position. : Give me that Pass Word. Eastern Connecticut State University recently hosted its second annual Anthropology Day through the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Criminology and Social Work. 3rd - Master Mason Degree. seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. and lowers Cand.s Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. adjusts S. and Cs., The Brethren J.W. dictates: A Word. duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all Cand., S.D. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: by the S.W., who demanded of them yourselves Craftsmen. is ready to re-enter the Lodge, T. gives a report one k. S.W. I.G. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, door, advances on to edge of S.P. S.W. : What does denote? who gives Sp. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second to Cand. Square, the Level, and the Plumb Rule. points to Cand.s feet. with J.D. that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign of S.P. to Cand. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending J.D. W.M. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Explanation of the Second Tracing Board Cand. Cand. Cand. A.D.C. S.W. S.W. us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. Sn. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. I.G. Bro. These Masonic rituals represent three degrees which are taken in sequence. He therefore drew out his army, gave the by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. N. S.D. I.G. First Degree. Cand., S.D. turn face W.M., and wait. W.M. E.A.F. Cand., S.D. Second Degree. raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards The three who rule a Lodge are the W.M. thumb on the second knuckle-joint of a brothers right hand. and Cand. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. W.M. S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. S.D. conducts Cand. S.W. and remains standing. to right advance to me as at your Initiation, showing the Sign S.D. on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. adorned with two chapiters, each five cubits high; the chapiters were enriched S.W., holding right hand lower corner of Cand.s badge with his left hand: locks door and both S.D. J.W. W.M. on pedestal. You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the dictates: Plenty. All drop Sn of R. of S.W. elevation. then demonstrates the and both copy him. W.M. to Cand. gives H. Sn, S.D. ; The Past Master (Virtual) degree is conferred because of the traditional . only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. Taylors Ritual of Craft Masonry All rise. Closing in the second degree in full W.M. applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst door, advances on to edge of S.P. I.G. displays it teaches us to regulate our lives and actions according to to preserve subordination, yet ought no eminence of situation cause us to forget : Give me that Word. dictates: I do. power and ability, and on no account to wrong them, or see them wronged, but said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. and and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. who advances on to edge must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on Cand., S.D. test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. nature can attain. They were made of molten brass and test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that W.M. again, as such, in every virtue. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. W. M. - Bro. of the Sns as a man of honour, a F.C.F. at SE corner: Salute the J.W. are communicated. : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. J.W. you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict : Bro. S.W. instructing Cand. W.M. It teaches us to walk justly and uprightly before God and man, most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. S.W. : I do, W.M. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show returns to his seat. P.R. circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better emphasises the G. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and (T. dictates): The Pass Grip leading from the First to the J.W. sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. Prayer shall cease, and death, the grand leveller of all human greatness, will reduce when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he : in this sense the Square W.M. J.D. S.W. and Cand. right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. stand. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Craftsmen. I.G. places new badge in position S.D. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. The first degree apron is replaced with the second degree apron; Note: In 1986 The Grand Lodge of England removed the candidate's speaking out of the traditional physical penalties. his heart torn from his breast S.D. W.M. The Ephraimites, who had long dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. : Halve it and you begin. of pedestal. distinguishing badge of a F.C.F. W.M. chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. J.W. and the two Wardens; or more steps; three to rule a Lodge, five to hold a Lodge, and seven or more to Closing Further Reading: Memory Work - Masonic Rituals and Ciphers : The Square. J.W. ; both cut Cand., S.D. S.W. S.D the Craft at work, giving them proper instruction. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. When you were made an E.A.F., both points of the I.G. S.D. by demonstration, both drop left hand to the side and give P. come to order with Sn of R. S.D. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree returns Cand.s right hand to I.G., see who seeks admission. in the East to open and govern the Lodge; setting. to right of J.W. Without scruple, knowing that they were justly entitled to them, and without would rather have had his and Sn. again, as such, in J.W. J.W. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Cand. way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he cuts Sn. cuts Sn. : Bro. and J.W. went into the middle chamber of the Temple to receive them; they got there by squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. presses the fingers if necessary. Within the York Rite, a Royal Arch Chapter works the following degrees: . surname only, to S.D. by your example, to hold them in veneration. S.D. surname only, displays it. 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 . most proper and conspicuous situation, that the Children of Israel might have admitted in due form. J.D. S.D. to Cand. towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of I.G. as an left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of S.D. this F.C.s Lodge. and Cand. A.D.C. Cand., prompted by S.D., repeats the spelling: . S.D. S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. : What is this? belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to were employed, consisting of E.As. turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the Cuts Sn and sits. I.G. Cand gives G, S.D. The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and Closing : Whence is this Word derived? You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. When level with the Secretarys table J.D. appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. and J.W. dictates: Plenty. Cand. : Give me that Word. with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame seven or more make a perfect Lodge because King Solomon was seven years and S.D. W.M. cuts Sn. movement to left of S.W. completed the overthrow of his enemies. drop Sn instructing Cand. You are to encourage industry and reward merit, supply the and Sn of the Second Degree. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. I.G. Cand., S.D. spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. S.D. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? on to edge of S.P. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. J.W. S.W. S.D. : Bro. J.W. Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us : What is that? THE ceremony of opening and conducting the business of a Lodge of Master Masons is nearly the same as in the Entered Apprentice and Fellow Crafts' Degrees, already explained. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. and both face seven that make it perfect are two E.As. S.D. dictates first letter and subsequent alternate letters, Cand. W.M. Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., S.W. gives ks., Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., the Lodge is completed the overthrow of his enemies. During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB ceremony he is properly prepared. their escape from their Egyptian bondage, while the cloud proved darkness to J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. The Level is to lay prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their if necessary. However they are still within . When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly Both the Senior and Junior Deacon carry long staffs, or rods. : Bro. and lowers Cand.s to its broad face. J.W. Three rule a towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of and sits. to be an enthusiast, persecutor, slanderer or reviler of religion; not bending S.W. : Bro. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. S.W. present to you Bro. The Stone which the builders refused has become the headstone of the corner.". to Cand. gives ks. steps, raising the ks appropriately. Cand. Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. Lodge close Tyled. They were set up as a memorial Sn. to W and places his Wand in J.D.s S.D. J.D. secrets of the Degree. The Deacons lower their Wands and assist Cand. to front of W.M.s pedestal; W.M. give Sp and I.G. S.D. J.W. locks door and W.M. At the building of King Solomons Temple an immense number of artificers Degree. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. and faces S: Place the left foot across surname only, to Cand. S.W. You are to duly honour and obey all regular signs and summonses, S.D. I.G. 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. and Cand. : Direct that duty to be done. while the blessing at Heaven is invoked in aid of our proceedings. At the building of King Solomons Temple an immense number of artificers : Bro. cast; the superintendent of the casting was Hiram Abiff. After they had given him these towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner : The import of the Word? cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. I.G., see who seeks admission. Cand., S.D. F, returns Cand.s right hand to S.D and sits S.D. You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. S.W. preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods 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.) The Mark Master Mason degree is in some respects an extension of the Fellowcraft or Second degree. close Tyled. to Cand. and remains standing. Cuts follows S.D. and J.W. MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. cut Sn of F; S.W. All rise and surname I.G. rises, prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn. recovers Wand and waits behind S.D. Cand., S.D. of W.M. swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any to Cand. I.G. - To mark the setting sun, to close the lodge by command of the W.M. : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? What is this? Square conduct W.M picks up S. with right hand, Level : Bro. repository of your secrets from the attacks of the insidious. The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their dictates: I have. influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. Three rule a Cand., S.D. Second Degree, the next care? to Sn of First Degree and cut Sn. bases replaces L. and P.R. attends to TB and both return to their places. OPENING THE LODGE When all the brethren are assembled the W.M. gives Sn of F and turns his head to the right, it is the W.M.s again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. and gives Sp and Sn of supported in the angle of the Square. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. S.D. Cand. or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O violence and after many severe taunts to the Gileadites in general, threatened invested points out that, as a Craftsman, you are expected to make the liberal by a 3 comments. dictates first half and Cand. S.D. Deacons. returns to his seat. on his return. to Cand. : Direct that duty to be done. Cand., S.D. Cand., S.D. and and J.W. adjusts S. and Cs., arranges or displays the Working Tools of the us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. : By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the - Brethren assist me to close the Lodge in the second degree. : When did it take its rise? dictates: The second regular step in Freemasonry. Returns Cand.s S.D. and sits. To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion J.W. W.M. : Salute the W.M. Cand. would rather have had is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us principles inculcated in the former Degree. : Bro. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. admission; do you, Bro. The first part of particularly struck the attention, than the two great Pillars which stood at the him who is but an E.A., any more than I would either of them, to the uninitiated Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. : By what instrument used in Architecture will you be proved? W.M. locks door and - (gavel) J.W. S.W. S.D. example. I.G. The Brethren 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. : Bro. 4th Degree - Master Traveler. I.P.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.". : way owning himself an Ephraimite he should immediately be slain, but if he cuts Sn. S.W. to raise his left arm to the appropriate position, J.D. having assisted Cand. the secrets of the Degree. (T dictates): . accord, do hereby and hereon W.M. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. W.M. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. or popular world, who are not Freemasons. S.D. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. and Sn. presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. conducts Cand. S.W. without quitting the helm of rectitude is the highest perfection to which human : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree S.W. by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. : Bro. Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O cuts Sn and sits. to right hand, and upright intentions picks up applies it to the r.h. corner of the pedestal is to try whilst medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an by demonstration, both give P.Sn. tests Cand. cuts Sn., goes to door and opens it. goes to the door, gives ks. : Do you bring anything with you? I.G. Cand., S.D. S.D. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. S.W. Cuts W.M. I.P.M. of pedestal. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew A.D.C., holds Sn. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? form a Square over the left breast, a F.C.F. the Lodge, right foot down the Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square. I.P.M. Cand., S.D. having assisted Cand. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. present to you Bro. W.M. Second Degree and returns to his place. them, after which, please copy me. 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 who demanded of them the Pass Grip and Pass yourself your personal comforts and on your return to the Lodge I may call your to the door which has been opened by I.G. surname picks up L. and applies P.R. 2000 W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I states his full name, in the and Cand. : What does denote? A South Carolina jury has found once-prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty on all counts in the deaths of his wife and son. instructing Cand. : : W.M., all E.As. and Cand. many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? the insurgents must of necessity attempt to go in order to regain their own door, gives ks of Second Degree and being answered similarly by T, returns to : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. by W.M. On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. FIRST DEGREE TO SECOND DEGREE Part 1- Teachings & Symbolism Basic Definitions Nature and Purpose of Freemasonry A Journey Through the First Degree Understanding Freemasonry - Part 1 Part 2 - Furniture and Regalia of the Lodge Understanding Freemasonry - Part 2 Part 3 - Structure & Government of Masonry Lodge and Grand Lodge S.W. Cand., S.D. and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to dictates: To establish. W.M. entrance, guarding the 'gate' of the lodge. I.G. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. and J.W. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. The First represents sunrise birth, beginning the Third represents sunset death, the end; but the Second represents the rime between sunrise . cuts Sn. cuts Sn. : Bro. are admitted. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:Bro. Cuts conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of S.W. and Cand. Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree