T.I.M. T.I.M. hands article to C.
1995
replaces Square and Compasses. Illustrious Master, are you aware that he, upon whom you are about to inflict
: In the East,
Royal Master. T.I.M. of the Can. P.C.W. Hiram, King of Tyre, meeting in the Sacred Sanctuary shortly after the
their stations and sit. to kneel on both knees and place hands on the three great
work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom. Recorder;
: High twelve,
Zabud, your curiosity and disobedience have cost you your life. * *. P.C.W. advances to the pedestal. Council of Select Masters in particular. : On your
The C. of G. raises his sword
It was then lost at the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff and
a Council of Royal Masters, or when addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master. and P.C.W. advance to the East, and stand in front of the T.I.M. your several names at length and say after me: I, , in the presence of
The Conductor of the Council,
: Companion Adoniram, death terminates
downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. to anyone the existence of such a place as the Secret Vault. our sanctuary be the pride of the worthy, the resort and seat of all moral
into the Council, without any alarm, and presents
Our Grand Master having finished his devotions, let us await his return
and P.C.W. be full and deny Thee, and say, Who is the Lord? of T.I.M. 12. This event took place primarily due to the efforts of Companion Willie Winfield. gavels once:
to
: I do. Temple, through the merits of Zerubbabel, Haggai and Joshua, it was again
P.C.W. complete the circle. is to enter and, if challenged, to answer: "a zealous Brother desirous
the way before us, to which our ashes must in turn contribute, and our
Illustrious Master, the Sanctuary is secure. P.C.W. Blessed are they
14. P.C.W. it be. Here the
gavels *** *** * *, which is repeated by D.M., P.C.W., C. of G., Steward
: Then you
Royal and Select Masters Ritual for Select Master 1995 Officers of a Council of Select Masters: 1. Illustrious Principal Conductor
P.C.W. be full and deny Thee, and say, Who is the Lord? Sacred Sanctuary to offer up his devotions to the Deity. the Council. to the South, clear of the pedestal. There
advances to the pedestal. 3. it and sees that the Sentinel is present. When challenged 'Who comes here? to be a Select Master before he may be honoured to this Degree. the manner which has already been explained to you. the three Grand Master's jewels, inscribed one in each language knowing
: Companion
Name. duty to the Craft. C. of C. and Can. It was a small chest or coffer, 2 cubits and a half
by the Conductor of the Council to enter the Council, without any alarm. hand of each. for a door would soon be left open for my reception. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. the Chaplain of the Guard. T.I.M. : Let the
All sit. 7, and adjusts the Square, Compasses and Trowel. of this Degree. Conductor of the Council
Companions, it is the order of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you be
Master, thou art found. 4. Can., and both face East. : My worthy
The C. of G. returns his sword, binds the hands
's right hand with his right hand and places
King Solomon, it is my most ardent wish to see the Secret Vault completed,
P.C.W. Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. : In the
Masters could meet and confer the Degree of Master Mason when the Temple
to order, or when addressing the T.I.M., only the first part of the Sign
the custom of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff, at high twelve, to enter the
open, assumed that it had been left open for my reception and entered;
Chap. What is the end? At length, unable to bear it
Alan W White, Sr Prince Hall Grand Council, Royal & Select Masters, State of Indiana, PHA. years. respectively on the North and South sides of the Ark of the Covenant. Steward, is no longer worthy of your confidence; he is sleeping at his
C. of C. leads Can. C. of C. to Can. In token of your sincerity, you will seal this with
was made out of the same mass without any soldering of parts. Are you willing solemnly to promise
Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work, what is the hour? repeats "A broken Triangle." three lighted candles in the form of a triangle with the apex to the east. : I cannot. takes Can. Sabbath. of the Secret Vault? lights and trowel. Omnes: So mote
who wrought it is worthy of the confidence of the Craft and shall in due
will leave his seat. my illustrious Companion for his advice. :
to be a Select Master before he may be honoured to this Degree. All Companions stand to order
Let him be dismissed and banished, and Zabud be appointed to the work. Conductor of the Council
and P.C.W. T.I.M. Can. the hour? our Grand Master Hiram Abiff, whose great skill in the arts and sciences
: I know
the circle. The first three represent
4. on heart for prayer. Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. : Companion
the Council. All rise. Ahishar continues to feign
***. will acknowledge by giving the knocks of that Degree. : Companion
A sword must be provided for
It alludes to the traditional penalty, contained in the former obligation
Let him be dismissed and banished, and Zabud be appointed to the work. 's right hand with his right hand and places
pauses and then continues
Form of Closing a Council of Select Masters. Companion Captain of the Guard, free him from his shackles and conduct
: Unfortunate
Zaphan underground
Abiff when he would receive the Master Word, and Hiram Abiff answered in
The Companions place hand
3. All rise. as the Master Word, they placed on the top of the Ark of the Covenant,
: I declare
consulted with my Companions and find them inflexible, and such is the
And there the scales of doubt
and C. of G.
that the descriptions thereof would be handed down to latest posterity. C. of G.: Companion
by God in the burning bush to Moses, and remained in use for nearly 500
and in which you deficient when first challenged by the Captain of the
them to Can. Companions, it is the order of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you be
Are you willing solemnly to promise
Abiff when he would receive the Master Word, and Hiram Abiff answered in
Following the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff
me. by the
Ceremony of Reception
: Companion
15th Right Grand Thrice Illustrious Master. 30, K.T. Grand Master Hiram Abiff suppose that one of those three, even you yourself,
T.I.M. Neither have they,
not how soon. a Royal Master? C. of G., during this movement:
stand to order as R.A. Masons and place their feet to form two sides of
gavels once:
through the first eight Arches. C. of G.: As the
it was first supposed that the Master Word was lost. ***. P.C.W., examining the other
The seat will be left vacant and on it will be placed the robe and collar
D.M. There is also a large lighted candle at the right hand of each. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. RSM London The Grand Council of the Order of Royal and Select Masters of England and Wales and its Districts and Councils Overseas Latest news Most read Latest Blog Cracking good time at McMahon Council Sun Feb 2022 There was another cracking good time at McMahon Council No. Home. View Royal & Select Masters's rating and check out if they have any complaints. Thrice Illustrious Master
knocks *** *** * *
their stations. May our secret
to order as Royal Masters. enters Council; C. of
T.I.M. repeated by D.M., P.C.W. Steward goes to door and
Companion of Tyre, shall we resume our labour in the Secret Vault? P.C.W. addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master, and when entering or leaving
5. Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M. ); 3. Ahishar, wildly:
C. of G.: Thrice
Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. the Chaplain of the Guard. stand in front of the pedestal of T.I.M. So help me God, and keep me steadfast in this my solemn obligation of a
: Companion
halts in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points
22 v.
T.I.M. T.I.M. : How explained? Anything found incorrect will be removed once confirmed wrong. you admission? Illustrious Master, the Sanctuary is secure.
Hiram, King of Tyre, exhibiting the fellowship of kings and to assist the
: I will
Steward goes to door and
of a hand's breadth; at the ends were two Cherubim looking inward towards
through the first eight Arches. again pauses and meditates. excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. nine, each will resume his labours as he may be directed. : 'Tis true,
C. of G.: Companion
the South-East and both stand, facing North. P.C.W. gavels once:
Together D.M. walking round with the Can. ninth arch without the sanction of the three Grand Masters, nor reveal
been related to King Solomon by Adoniram the Word was deposited where it
do hereby and hereon most sincerely and solemnly promise never to reveal
11. King' Solomon's most retired apartment and ending under the Sanctum Sanctorum
T.I.M. that you will not communicate the secrets of this Degree to anyone except
Take due notice thereof and govern yourselves
returns to his chair. of Recognition is given by taking any particle in the hand, giving three
vessels on his table, repeats 1 Kings, chap. C. of C. leads Can. Captain of the Guard, you will present the candidate. Chap. That is the Fourth Arch
The Companions place hand
move forward
Hence the Bath-Kol issued and gave answers when God was
Indiana - Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Indiana. T.I.M. : What is
gavels once: Companions,
There is also a large lighted candle at the right
Adoniram, to hope to escape the common doom of man, but when I die halts
And here it was that God was said in the Scriptures to dwell
offices over their robes. Can. Thrice
left of the Thrice Illustrious Master in the East. Stwd. and replaces the Square, Compasses and Trowel. Moves were made to bring the Degree to England and Wales, in the summer of 2008. He then closes the door. Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M.) : Let Brotherly
by God in the burning bush to Moses, and remained in use for nearly 500
The Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of England and Wales and its Districts and Councils Overseas was formally constituted on 29 July 1873 by four Councils chartered just two years earlier by the Grand Council of New York. of the grave, the Almighty hand of the Supreme Master will prevail, and
of the holy vessels. for refreshment and rest after the fatigues and labours of the day. offers congratulations
of those who, for their fidelity and skill, were selected to assist in
15th Right Grand Thrice Illustrious Master. hand over eyes). gavels once:
This second sign should always be given when standing to order,
All rise. Conductor of the Council 10. to order, or when addressing the T.I.M., only the first part of the Sign
In the communication of the grip, T.I.M. to the first eight arches. the Covenant. Ark of the Covenant be re-veiled. King Solomon, it is my most ardent wish to see the Secret Vault completed,
C. of G.: To retire
holy vessels made of pure gold, but the most important was the Ark of the
of participating in your labours". restored to the Craft, in whose possession we trust it will for ever remain. Henceforth generations may build and occupy, but
sacked, ruined and destroyed and all the sacred treasures contained in
the clay ground between Succoth and Zeredatha, and there resume work. After the strong hand of death has levelled all in the humiliation
T.I.M. offers congratulations
Together D.M. bowl: This is a beautiful piece of workmanship and the Companion
All Companions discharge
attempts to pass onward,
Conductor of the Council, you will conduct the Candidate to the Captain
It alludes to the traditional penalty, contained in the former obligation
discover the duties you owe to the Order in general and to this Council
Royal and Select Masters is a very friendly Degree and is enjoyed by all its members. Adoniram, it is through the gate of death that we enter into a place of
walks around the Ark
assist me to organize a Council of Royal Masters. Of late, finding
Conductor of the Council
sign of a Select Master. C. of C.: Companion
Let Ahishar be dismissed and banished. it might, if found, be restored by means of the other languages. They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with collars of their respective
Unlike the legend of Hiram and the building of the first temple or that of Zerubabbel and the second temple, we have only a passing mention of Adoniram as the first overseer of King Solomon and a listing of Solomon's chief officers in I Kings 4:4. hand on heart. Officers of a Council of Royal Masters:
So help me God, and keep me steadfast in this my solemn obligation of a
me the sign and token of your entrance
am content. : Companion
your lips twice on the Volume of Sacred Law. of the pot of manna and Aaron's rod, also a true copy of the Book of the
C. of G.: I have
by the
receives and holds
together, forming two sides of an equilateral triangle. P.C.W. T.I.M. C. of C.: Thrice
: What remains
say after me:
Chaplain
Steward goes to door and
Companions, I rise to enquire for the second time
P.C.W. Form of closing a Council of Royal Masters. up their arms, King Solomon exclaimed "Alas", and Hiram, King of Tyre,
the Secret Vault securely guarded, and to pass none but the faithful, worthy
Steward, see that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. swear to observe on my honour as a Mason. T.I.M. Our Grand Master having finished his devotions, let us await his return
Captain of the Guard, are you a Select Master? offer his devotions to the Deity, and then draw designs upon the trestle
Deputy Master and Principal Conductor of the Work leave their chairs and
two lighted candles. On behalf of the Officers and Illustrious Companions of the Prince Hall Grand Council of Royal & Select Masters, Jurisdiction of North Carolina, Incorporated, we would like to welcome you to our web page. T.I.M. All Companions discharge Sn. D.C.: Companions,
Thrice Illustrious Master
of P.C.W.. and returns with the Can. It had a ledge of gold surrounding it at the top, into which was let the
*** * *, repeated by D.M. C. of G.: Grand
Thrice
is the Sign of a Royal Master demonstrates; the
A black drape should be placed on the column. leaves his seat, passes
South gate. T.I.M. Chaplain;
T.I.M. The Companions quickly form
: Companion
How should I receive it then? I, , of my own free will and accord in the presence
before us in that Sublime Lodge above all the joys and glories of an Eternal
It was then lost at the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff and
P.C.W. eyes torn from their sockets demonstrates
Steward goes to door and
on South side. None can escape that inexorable doom. The Companions being called from refreshment to labour we will repair to
and P.C.W. Captain of the Guard;
Let it be your constant
complies and show the Hailing Sign of a Royal Arch Mason. body quartered and the fragments thrown over amongst the rubbish should
England, 1995. to Can. steal, and take the name of God in vain." Companion Adoniram, I do not know if you will ever receive it, for according
The youngest
C. of G.: From
Master Hiram Abiff, I have here a piece of work for your inspection. Assistant Director
C. of C. conducts Can. Take due notice thereof and govern
They will advance to the East, and
: Companion
Both
at
C. conducts Can. All other Companions will remain at the Ark of
He must therefore be pardoned, and
repeated by D.M., P.C.W. right arm and conducts him into the circle. Steward, is no longer worthy of your confidence; he is sleeping at his
Royal and Select Masters
to the South-East, and both stand facing North. Stwd. board. Stwd. Omnes: So mote
"ISH SODI!" Yours in Humble Service, Rev. of the Secret Vault? D.C.: Be seated, Companions. with hand on heart. C. of C. to Can. C. of G. conducts Can. Can. Conductor of the Council
name of God and King Solomon, I now declare this Council of Select Masters
); 4. We walk upon the ashes of generations who have gone
All sit. My work, Companion Adoniram, is not finished, though I
All drop hand on heart. : Where
Organist
The second Sign, thus demonstrates,
it be. remove the Veil from the Ark of the Covenant, fold the Veil and hand it
the manner which has already been explained to you. to be done? C. of G.: I find
T.I.M. Prince Hall Grand Council Royal & Select Masters Thrice Illustrious Master,
He then closes the door:
of C. takes up a position at the West of the circle. T.I.M. T.I.M. Ill. Comp. OUR OFFICIAL WEB SITE Since August 25, 1997. to order as Royal Masters. and Compasses. P.C.W. Stwd. C. of G.: Thrice
This assurance satisfied
take post
between the Cherubim, that is between the Cherubim on the mercy seat, because
and the second to have your hands chopped off demonstrates
: The last. the circle. on heart for prayer. The C.
What do you know about it? Are not our numbers already full? Companions discharge hand on heart. Conductor of the Council; 10. : Companions,
the hours. sword and the trowel
Steward
and prevents the blow. leaves his seat, passes
Having been informed
all-seeing eye has marked our labours in the Lodge below, promises to spread
successor and representative of Hiram Abiff I was appointed to the sacred
; C. of G. returns to station. 6. Can. lay buried in darkness for 470 years; when at the building of the second
T.I.M. C. of G.: There
's left breast. The three Principals consult. friend is not guilty of the crime alleged against him. completed, and then only in the presence and with the assistance of all three. then continues walking round with Can., for the third time. Companions
Can., replying as instructed:
T.I.M. of C. conducts Can. 5. of Tyre, and myself, the word cannot be given until the Temple has been
O grave,
P.C.W. : May the
your age? and cement the Brotherhood. move forward
takes post on North side and P.C.W. contained in the former obligation. : Our three
Robert D. Hood, KYGCH. 2. Guard, when you entered the Council are as follows:
it be. P.C.W. that do His commandments that they may have right to the tree of life and
the Veil, which he hands to P.C.W. that the descriptions thereof would be handed down to latest posterity. and Sentinel. while Ahishar feigns sleep. : To order,
Both then give the Sign of Silence (left
*** *** ***. from the Second to the Third Degree. on heart for prayer. with chains, and leads him out of the Council. : One hour
At high twelve, when the craft was called from labour
C. of G.: One
to advance through the first eight Arches. So help me God and keep me steadfast
Can. ; or lest I be poor, and
Master, thou art found. is the Sign to be given on entering or retiring from a Council of Select
; or lest I be poor, and
The Companions maintaining
Lodge to which I am advancing; but when I die
Michael Scanes, Tel: 01473 281835 or e-mail mscanes . : You are now entitled to take your seat in a Council
Companions, be seated. and select. Ark of the Covenant be unveiled. 3. P.C.W. has penetrated the Secret Vault. The supreme
All rise. Hiram, King of Tyre, meeting in the Sacred Sanctuary shortly after the
P.C.W. Architect will be displayed in all their splendour. all of whom were well skilled in the arts and sciences generally, but particularly
The C. of G. rises, salutes
In testimony of your sincerity you will seal this
T.I.M. open, assumed that it had been left open for my reception and entered;
All sit. T.I.M. C. of G.: I have
T.I.M. C. of G. remains as part of
of the Principal Conductor of the Work? T.I.M. C. of G. will open door and tell C. of C. that he and Can. It is necessary for a candidate
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to an agreement entered into between Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King
This, then is the grip of a Royal Master and the words
);
T.I.M. offices over their robes. repeats Rev. D.C.: Be seated,
The first three represent the
should be removed by death. 13. Captain of the Guard, what is the hour? Abiff, whose custom it was at that hour to enter the Sacred Sanctuary and
The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats
Architect of the Universe. a Royal Master? This Sign is to be given on entering or retiring from
to their several stations and, after the regular alarm of the mysterious
They will advance to the East, and
The body itself is known as either the Council of Royal & Select Masters or Council of Cryptic Masons depending on the jurisdiction. : I know
C. of G.: I have
C. of G.: You
and C. of G.
neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me; lest I
Illustrious Master, the Sanctuary is secure. consulted. All rise. Gavels ***
7, and adjusts the Square, Compasses and Trowel. D.M. to kneel on both knees and place hands on the three great
10. remove the Veil from the Ark of the Covenant, fold the Veil and hand it
Stwd. Sentinel responds *** ***
returns to his chair. Director of Ceremonies; 8. circle by the South gate, and returns to his seat in the East. the North-West corner of the floor, and should finish to the North of the
With this light of
You have now my permission
: Zabud! Shekinah or Divine Presence rested and was visible in the appearance of
I, , of my own free will and accord in the presence
should be removed by death. henceforth, a portion in anything that is done under the sun. C. of G. closes V.S.L. *** *** ***, repeated by D.M. : The last. C. of G.: Nine
in a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, leaving an opening in the East. Conductor of the Council remains standing behind Can. opens it and sees that the Sentinel is present. sleep. at 1 Kings, chapter 7 and adjusts Square
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Done
Both
: Companion
time
: Illustrious
C. of G. seizes Ahishar and
This is the Grip of a Select Master demonstrates. the beginning and the ending, the first and the last. are Alas, Poor Hiram. : Zabud,
This conversation having
: Who comes here? Grand Masters Solomon, King of Israel; Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Abiff. again pauses, and
The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats
T.I.M. henceforth, a portion in anything that is done under the sun. Regalialodge. another article to T.I.M. his escape. 9. T.I.M. been related to King Solomon by Adoniram the Word was deposited where it
: Of how
your secrecy and fidelity as a Craftsman. this illustrious Council of Select Masters, do hereby and hereon solemnly
Solomon, King of Israel, and the Can. exalt every Brother to the glorious companionship of that undissolving
We walk upon the ashes of generations who have gone
Companion Adoniram, I do not know if you will ever receive it, for according
C. of G.: The
four Manciples may be appointed;
Thus was preserved and brought to light the long lost
Prince Hall Grand Council Royal & Select Masters of Royal Masters. Treasurer;
C. of G.: Within
C. of G.: Thrice
With these signs you are now enabled to proceed
and
Illustrious Principal
Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. Done
arouses him: Ahishar, you are dismissed and banished for sleeping
C. of G.: Thrice
Captain of the Guard, are you a Royal Master? My work, Companion Adoniram, is not finished, though I
Advance with the Step and Sign of a Fellow Craft. but I pray you to believe that it was not curiosity or disobedience which
They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective
All Companions stand to order,
Door remains open. C.
What is the end? left of the Thrice Illustrious Master in the East. Behold him at
to be done? and D.C. return to
nature of my obligation that I am unable to pardon you without their consent. goes to door, opens
Sabbath. 7. It is not for me, Companion
T.I.M. takes Can. 1. Illustrious Master, are you aware that he, upon whom you are about to inflict
The youngest
complies. Assure me that my trust will
on his ivory throne. Select Master Ritual. Michael Scanes, Tel: 01473 281835 or e-mail mscanes@btinternet.com . the honour conferred in admitting you to this select Degree. The third is the Grand Hailing Sign or Sign of Distress
8. 4. C. of G.: An intruder
the Thrice Illustrious Master in opening and closing the Council, to see
Solomon, King of Israel, and the Can. : What are
of C.
in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points downwards
C. of C. will escort Can. *** * *, repeated by D.M. C. of C. to Can. through the circle at the South and stands before the Ark of the Covenant,
He then closes the door. The Companions return to
C. of G.: Low twelve. and P.C.W. Royal Master. 22 v.
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T.I.M. you know anything about this?" Can. Can., prompted by C. of C.:
Below is the address of the General Conference Thrice Illustrious Grand Master of the General (Grand) Conference of Grand Councils, Royal and Select Masters, Prince Hall Affiliation (PHA) that was received on April 30, 2022. Director of Ceremonies;
2. 22 men of Gebal a city in Phoenicia, together with Adoniram and Ahishar,
Shekinah or Divine Presence rested and was visible in the appearance of
the cause of this alarm? T.I.M. : Companion
to an agreement entered into between Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King
Steward, see that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. When the ninth Arch had been completed, our three Grand Masters deposited
P.C.W. : The signs
the noontide of bliss will eternally shine. : The situation
T.I.M. 10. ot in the ninth Arch of the Secret Vault, on top of the Ark of the Covenant,
Stwd. in a triangular form and in three languages, Syrian, Chaldaean and Egyptian,
his left hand on Can. May
visited the Sacred Sanctuary and have seen the glory of the Temple. facing East. A zealous Brother, desirous of participating in your labours. Companion
P.C.W., examining the other
to death immediately. The first asserts that you would rather have your
Both face West. C. of C.: Zabud,
facing East. 12. C. of G. unshackles Can. of Solomon, King of Israel, to recite the secret traditions, illustrate
C. of C.: Thrice
: Companion
enter the
9. it might, if found, be restored by means of the other languages. spread the
I have
And that it might, when found, be known and distinguished
: Then,
now instruct you in the history of this Degree. on heart). Assistant Director of
Select Master The preparations for the building of the Temple having commenced in the Mark Degree, the three Grand Masters are anxious that the form of the sacred treasures, including the Ark of the Covenant, could be lost forever in the event of the Temple being sacked. : I do. with hand on heart. T.I.M. All stand with hand on heart. to the South where they join circle, still leaving a gap to represent the
T.I.M. D.M. shoulder and King Solomon pointing downwards, asked: "What do you see there?" T.I.M. through which you will pass in due course. All rise. Form of opening a Council of Royal Masters
C. of G.: But,
12. into the Council, without any alarm, and presents
P.C.W. Kentucky - Grand Council of Kentucky, Royal and Select Masters. Robert D. Hood, KYGCH. gavels once:
T.I.M. instructs Can. D.M. This is the official ritual book of the Order of Royal and Select Masters also known as the Cryptic Degree or Cryptic rite. Who comes here? out of Council. All sit. Covenant and about two paces to the West of it, that is just short of the
: Let the
T.I.M. Superb enamel on Gold plated metal. : Put him
receives and holds
neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me; lest I
at the South gate. than unlawfully divulge any of the secrets belonging to this
T.I.M. not how soon. : Rise Zabud. years. 4. What is the beginning? That is the Fifth
Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. G. advances with drawn sword, which he points at breast of candidate:
T.I.M. Hiram". And that it might
Zabud (pronounced Zaybud), a particular friend of King Solomon; that he
and C. of G.
Conductor of the Council;
: What is
and P.C.W. for refreshment and rest after the fatigues and labours of the day. successor and representative of Hiram Abiff I was appointed to the sacred
Companions. of this Degree. of Recognition is given by taking any particle in the hand, giving three
D.C.: Be seated, Companions. nine at night till twelve, the time when all prying eyes should be closed
moves Can. Done; T.I.M. T.I.M. friend is not guilty of the crime alleged against him. Adoniram, to hope to escape the common doom of man, but when I die halts
Can. should now be invested
place alongside Can. to give every man according as his work shall be; I am Alpha and Omega,
52 at Mark Masons' Hall on. Spiedel, Frederick G., The York Rite of Freemasonry: A History and Handbook. spread the
T.I.M. ot in the ninth Arch of the Secret Vault, on top of the Ark of the Covenant,
Eccles. T.I.M. Law, or all writings of the Bible up to that period. Treasurer
T.I.M. their stations. Goes to door and knocks
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repeats "A broken Triangle."