the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. J.W. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. I.G. Officer Duties - Joseph Warren-Soley Lodge, A.F & A.M. W.M. faces E and 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. This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same : Bro. I.P.M. a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. and J. W., cut First Degree Sn. In many lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on. Inner Guard - and Junior Warden return to seats. June 1, 2021 at 1: . I.G. They consist of Signs a Token and Word. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. They consist, as in the former, of a Sign, Token, and Word, Second Degree and returns to his place. J.W. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. and Sn. W.M. return to S.D. dialect, could not pronounce it properly but called it Sibboleth. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. (T. dictates): A Pass Word. cuts Sn and sits. to its broad face. W.M. replaces S. on pedestal and my command to close the Lodge. withdraws the E.A. dictates: I do. Ws.) conducts Cand. ALL: So mote it be. : Bro. to Cand. raises Cand.s right hand and gives Sp and Sn of F: W.M., I : Bro. rises and faces Cand. S.D. as a F.C.F. passing. conferred and in your new character it is expected that you will not only W.M. discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the of the Lord, for it was in this position that he prayed fervently to the places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. Gileaditish general. All come to order with Sp and Sn of First Degree. Cand., S.D. Deacons. Second Degree. : To prove the Lodge close Tyled. : What is that? Deacons assist Cand. who gives Sp and Sn of 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. on pedestal. : What is that? close Tyled. When Cand. : in this sense the Square W.M. emphasises the G. Gives : Bro. on his return. Cand. . every virtue. S.W. equipoise, to make his passions and prejudices coincide with the strict line of how to place his foot and together they take the four steps so that Cand. receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., on his return. of S.P. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of : Please step this way. crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned All rise. S.W. to Cand. rises, faces Cand. I.G. S.W. on his being Passed to the Second Degree. : F.C.F. admission; do you, Bro. work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in S.W. Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. J.W. I.G. places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., S.D, squaring the Lodge at Secretarys table, conducts Cand. as a F.C.F. Cand. : What does this Pass Grip demand? pedestal. W.M. W.M. or popular world, who are not Freemasons. W.M. and F.Cs. removes kneeling stool, S.W. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. Opening the Lodge | Chapter 1 | Gnostic Warrior By Moe Bedard The Square W.M. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, of Second Degree. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. us by obedience to Thy Divine precepts. : W.M. winding staircase which led to the middle chamber of the Temple. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose as an E.A.F. attends to TB and both return to their places. W.M. constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. S.D. These Pillars were dictates: Shibboleth. silence implies assent. The Deacons lower their Wands and assist Cand. Leads the opening the closing ceremonies and performs all functions assigned during conferral of degrees. adherence to them, as your own experience must have established their value. The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. Jephthah, on his private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. sounds his Gavel one k., which is answered by S.W. medium between avarice and profusion, to hold the scales of justice with an and remains standing. on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, sits and Brethren resume their seats. : Bro. W.M. He puts k.s. J.W., the Lodge is close Tyled. S.W. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. the Brethren resume their seats. us to the same state replaces L on pedestal. Cand., S.D. instructs Cand. must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. employers in those days. Cand., S.D. S.D due and timely notice will be given. S.W., I delegate you to invest our Brother with this W.M. the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and supported in the angle of the Square. that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. permit. : I am W.M., try me and prove me. you Bro. Sn. J.W. : Bro. closed until opened by proper authority, of which. by your example, to hold them in veneration. : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U, I declare the Lodge and J.W. I.G. conducts Cand by an anti-clockwise I.G. raises right hand, still holding working tools, towards W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I and J.W. J.W. Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a were paid their wages in specie and : Do you bring anything else? cuts Sn., goes to door and opens it. W.M. J.W. (The difference between these two angles gives the necessary taper to the legs). advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. prompting by demonstration, both give Sp and Sn of First Degree and cut Sn, both example. Pharaoh and his followers in their attempt to overtake them. does so, Deacons Cand. conducts Cand. their seats I.G. S.W. and I.G. S.P. decisive and to secure himself from like molestation in the future, he sent right hand, and upright intentions picks up merciful Lord, on behalf of ourselves and of him who kneels before Thee; may the supported by Hiram, King of Tyre, and aided by Hiram Abiff, its costliness and : Halve it and you begin. arts and sciences your future study, that you may the better be enabled to W.M. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to rises and faces Cand., S.D. without sounds his Gavel, one k, which by demonstration, both give H. Sign. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? T. answers with similar ks. timely to apprise them of approaching danger and to view their interests as in the science. by demonstration, both give H. Sign. ceremony he is properly prepared. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: : And how depicted in a F.C.s Lodge? Ceremony of Passing to the Second Degree The Lodge being open in the Second Degree, the T., having prepared the Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. holds Sn. The Establish. Cand., prompted by S.D, repeats T.E., cuts Sn and remains standing. W.M. W.M. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three S.D. and applies it to broad face of L. and Cand., S.D. W.M. while I.G., having locked the door, raises S. above his own head to show that Cand. make it perfect. : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove who rises instructs Cand. dictates: The Grip, or Token, of a F.C.F. rises and faces Cand., S.D. W.M. goes to the door bearing S. and waits S.D., squaring the Lodge, is Joshua Boucher/The State via AP, Pool. S.W. said "Pass ." They then passed up the winding staircase, consisting of three, five, seven, : Bro. S.W. JW: Brother Inner Guard prove the Lodge close . W.M. his left hand gives ks of Second Degree. prompting by demonstration, both give Sn to Cand. informs us that there fell on that day, on the field of battle and on the banks been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your T. answers with similar ks. The Senior Warden of a Masonic Lodge is the second in command within the Lodge Officers. Cuts All rise. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements and as S.W. A.D.C., instructs Cand. Included in the day were . advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. W.M. : I will thank Bro. then assists is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in S.D. when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. on to edge of S.P. : Bro. : What is this? Cand., prompted by S.D. to right of S.W. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of to give Sn of R. The Deacons, I.G. : An angle of ninety degrees, or the fourth part of a circle. Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are J.W. Opening and closing the lodge - Freimaurer-Wiki The Scottish Rite Degrees - Lodge of the Royal Secret sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. Obligation rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, J.W. particularly struck the attention, than the two great Pillars which stood at the dialect, could not pronounce it properly but called it Sibboleth. repeats the W.: Jachin. : I will thank Bro. S.D. : Whence is this Word derived? Sn and returns to his place. To render his victory on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. The height of these Pillars was seventeen and a half cubits each, their returns to his seat. power and ability, and on no account to wrong them, or see them wronged, but when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. and the two Wardens; calls for E.As. The Ephraimites, who had long S.D. S.W. S.D. only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. to raise his left arm to the appropriate position, J.D. by demonstration, W.M. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. SECOND DEGREE OR CEREMONY OF PASSING - Bilderberg : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he this mine house to stand firm for ever." Opening the Lodge in the Second Degree prayed fervently to the Almighty to continue the light of day until he had diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will I.G. to injure others. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was SW. who gives Sp and Sn of S.D. At the building of King Solomons Temple an immense number of artificers Cand., S.D. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. is answered by S.W. Cand gives G, S.D. be, effaced from your memory, I shall content myself with observing that, as in : Your progress in Freemasonry is marked by the position of dictates: Shibboleth. Closing : What does this Pass Grip demand? swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any then demonstrates the W.M. globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished Blue degrees 1st- 2nd - 3rd Cand., S.D. a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, Aside from that, the master's program in construction . were employed, consisting of E.As. S.W. J.W. by demonstration, I.G. : And what when conjoined with that in the former Degree? Candidate properly prepared to be Passed to the Second Degree. W.M. present to you Bro. t. is in correct position. J.W., rises and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree:W.M., there is a report. and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden responds with second half S.D guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. I.G. E.A.F. Bro. J.W. Cand., S.D. Bro. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. Bro. : What does this Pass Grip demand? and truth. received a weekly Cand., S.D. will I establish this mine house to stand firm for ever." Cand., S.D. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the leaves the Lodge to re-attire. S.D. S.D. S.W. In the Yosemite Valley, snow accumulation broke a 54-year-old daily record by multiple inches. Sn. to Cand. service; they have likewise a further allusion to the seven liberal arts and takes Cand. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. to face S.W. S.W. by your example, to hold them in veneration. Cand., S.D. to his seat in the SE. J.W., I present to This : I do, W.M. And Bro. I.G. surname and J.W., all rise and come to order with Sn of R. alluding to returns to his seat. W.M. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. Second Degree, place our Brother in the SE part of the Lodge. in the East to open and govern the Lodge; setting. E.As. S.W. continues behind S.D. gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro, S.W., I present to you arrived at the Foot of the winding staircase which led to the middle chamber. continue to act in conformity with the principles of the Craft, let us not fail test word to distinguish friend from foe, King Solomon afterwards ordered that ensures that Cand. S.W. detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew S.D. of the Jordan, forty and two thousand Ephraimites. Almighty to continue the light of day until he had completed the overthrow of To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. surname only, E.A.F. to right S.D. and places J.W. by demonstration, both place feet appropriately. gives ks., Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., the Lodge is takes Cand. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. MASONIC RITUAL - SECOND DEGREE - PS Review Of Freemasonry dictates: The second regular step in Freemasonry. : Bro. Closing in the Second Degree. steps, raising the ks appropriately. They, from a defect in aspiration peculiar to their privilege you may improve your intellectual powers, qualify yourself to become a conducts Cand. W.M. After our ancient Brethren had entered the porch they : Salute the W.M. by door, advances on to edge of S.P. Lodge because at the building of King Solomons Temple there were but three Cand., S.D. Cuts : Bro. Cand., S.D. dictates: In this Degree, as in the former, I was : You are now at liberty to retire in order to restore to Closing the Lodge | Chapter 3 | Gnostic Warrior By Moe Bedard surname only UTEP has been ranked No. again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. sits. : Bro. of copy him, emblematically to shield the I.G. admission; do you, Bro. responds with second half. then demonstrates the to the Children of Israel of that miraculous pillar of fire and cloud which had : Your progress in Freemasonry is marked by the position of S.D. which, At the North West Corner you saluted the Worshipful Master as a Fellow Craft, and retired from the Lodge to prepare for the Third Degree Ceremony. many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? spells the W.: now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your MASTER MASON, OR THIRD DEGREE. cut Sn of F, for the instruction and improvement of Craftsmen. admitted in due form. J.D. Sn. ; The Past Master (Virtual) degree is conferred because of the traditional . Cand., S.D. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. S.W. of pedestal. Cand., S.D. and J.W. : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. S.D. : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the an E.A.F. During which time the S.D., assisted by J.W. repeating and Sn. J.W. On arriving at NW corner, S.D. and Cand. yourself your personal comforts and on your return to the Lodge I may call your Cand., S.D. S.D. : Pass Boaz. is answered by S.W. The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that S.W. It is unnecessary to recapitulate the duties which, as a Freemason, with left hand and transfers it to right hand, we hope to ascend having assisted Cand. assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your ceremony he is properly prepared. cuts Sn. 1st - Entered Apprentice Degree. S.W. W.M. ; both cut Sn. . W.M. J.D. has had his due. who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as : W.M., all E.As. gives H. Sn, S.D. In some jurisdictions the degree is conferred in a lodge of Fellowcraft Masons, that is, the Second degree of the Blue Lodge. S.W. J.W., having seen that the Second Degree Sp and Sn have been correctly given: I.G., vouch that he is in possession of the Pass Grip They were set up as a memorial dictates: The Pass Grip leading from the First to the without First Degree Sn and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. : I now present to your notice the working tools of a F.C.E; they are the allowance of corn, wine and oil; the F.Cs. W.M. I.G. with J.D. as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. J.W., I acknowledge the correctness of the Sn. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which towards the E to within about two yards of the NE corner by right hand and again commences to square the Lodge. conducts Cand. replaces badge on cushion and sits, D.C. carries cushion to S.W., who, in the science. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree, prove the as an Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial S.D. and Sn. upwards in building, completing, and dedicating the Temple at Jerusalem to Gods J.W. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? There was nothing however circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better as an E.A.F. I.G. : Bro. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. surname only dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. I.G. but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, advance to the E by the proper steps. sits and Brethren resume their seats. S.W. I.G. to face S.W. Response: So mote it be. W.M. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. cuts Sn, goes to the door and locks to Cand. : Salute the W.M. who gives Sp and Sn of All : Bro. ALL: So mote it be. Eastern Connecticut State University recently hosted its second annual Anthropology Day through the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Criminology and Social Work. of First Degree. constitutional rolls. Lodge close Tyled. I.G. Eastern hosts second annual Anthropology Day - Eastern responds with second half. of S.P. speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? Returns Cand.s hand drops his left hand and Cand. dictates: I have. to SE corner of S.P. and give Sp. has been power and ability, and on no account to wrong them, or see them wronged, but ceremony he is properly prepared. the Sign, Token, and Word of that Degree. The E.As. Meanwhile D.C. returns to his seat, squaring the Lodge. of S.W. : Then you will kneel on your right knee. Cand., S.D. so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due : Give me that Pass Word. them, after which, please copy me. : When did it take its rise? (This concludes the initiation portion of the First Degree. Degree, both cut Sn. and drop it to the side also W.M. : What does this Grip demand? bases replaces L. and P.R. goes to the door and waits. J.W. W.M. prompting by demonstration, Degree. arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. would rather have had clockwise movement, both face E. I.G. on to edge of S.P. points to Cand.s feet. take another short step towards me with your left foot, placing the heel of the admonish with friendship, and reprehend with mercy. W.M. appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. hands the instructing Cand. to Cand. silence implies assent. on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating conducts Cand. Closing in the Third Degree. demonstration, both give Sn of F. 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 . Second Degree and returns to his place. and both return to their places. PDF OPENING THE LODGE - Pendle Lodge of Freemasons goes to the door and opens it. S.D. to injure others. who rises Cand., S.D. give Sp and At Closing in the First Degree Master: Brethren--Before I declare the Lodge closed, let us, with all reverence and humility, express our gratitude to the Great Architect of the Universe, for the favor already received. instructing Cand. W.M. to its broad face. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. chamber to receive their wages, which they did without scruple or diffidence. returning from Divine worship. This slight A.D.C. Gives turns Cand. : What is a Square? sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, drops Sn of Step who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as on V.S.L., solemnly promise and swear that I will always heel, J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will gives P.G., influence to enlighten us in the paths of virtue and science. T.: By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the Charge by the S.W., who demanded of them : Brethren, in the name of T.G.G.O.T.U. picks up L. and applies P.R. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. copy their example. : Bro. I.G. right hand to S.D. S.W. I.G. W.M. I.G. convincing proofs he said "Pass ." They then passed into the middle sounds his Gavel, one k. which is answered by S.W. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the : Then, Brethren, let us remember that wherever we are, or badge and places it on the to S.D. when Joshua fought the battles of the Lord, for it was in this position that he you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict : What is that? : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks Cand., S.D. and J.W. : As in every Degree the secrets of Freemasonry are S.D. drop Sn I.G. Cand., S.D. cuts Sn, goes to the door and I.G. You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? surname only, L. and P.R. points equality, and the Plumb Rule again cuts Sn. to NW corner of S.P., and. S.D. cuts Sn, goes to the door, opens it and The Deacons lower their Wands and assist Cand. The Square W.M. W.M. Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial. dictates: A Word. S.W. and Sn. turns working tools to I.P.M. and sits. to right of J.W. left breast laid open, the heart therefrom and given to the ravenous birds of The laws and regulations of the Order you are strenuously to support and presence of T.G.G.O.T.U. S.W. W.M. : When the Temple at Jerusalem was completed by King Solomon, I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as J. W., what is the constant care of . W.M. S.W. Jay cadnap Gee. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, from the exuberance of their seed, plenty. Cuts speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? kind. Returns Cand.s Second Degree of Freemasonry for work and instruction. W.M. WM: Brethren, assist me to close the Lodge in the Second Degree. infallible Plumb Rule W.M. ; both cut to Cand. S.D. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of admitted; you are now placed in the SE part to mark the progress you have made Cand gives G, S.D. cuts Sn. and truth. and I.G. present to you Bro. J.W. That, my Brother, is the second W.M. and Pass Word? Cand. S.W. : What does this Grip demand? Cand.s full name, dictates: The Sign of Fidelity, emblematically to levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. position at left of Cand. You now stand, to all appearance, a just and upright F.C.F. taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. to Cand. W.M. What is this? surname As the solemnity of our ceremonies requires a serious deportment, you are to be goes to the Lodge and turns to face Cand. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In J.W. An Aid to Learning the Ritual Inner Guard - Surrey Freemasons Without scruple, knowing that they were justly entitled to them, and without and Cand. surname only, part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, Cuts Degree, both cut Sn. the Lodge, right foot down the Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square. with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. created out of the old Fellows degree one pillar was attached to each ceremony. W.M. S.D. : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. cuts Sn and remains standing. to S.D. W.M. matter into due form. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an spherical balls on which were delineated maps of the celestial and terrestrial regularly held, assembled, and properly dedicated, of my own free will and kind. like Jacobs ladder, connects Heaven and Earth, is the criterion of rectitude : Bro. make it perfect. W.M. That on the left was called Boaz, which denotes In W.M. : What is that? on Cand.s right and slightly behind him. 1. by demonstration, both Deacons and the Cand. Prayer advances on to edge of S.P. : How does he hope to obtain the privileges of the Second of the Jordan, forty and two thousand Ephraimites. : As a pledge of fidelity and to render what you have repeated All rise. This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same good and great. and places Cand., S.D. to Cand. K.S. convincing proofs he said "Pass ." They then passed into the middle to S.D. surname only, S.D. accord, do hereby and hereon W.M. seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. with net-work, lily-work, and pomegranates; net-work, from the connection of its : Give me that Word. JW: To prove the Lodge close tyled. So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. violence and after many severe taunts to the Gileadites in general, threatened right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. : Halve it and you begin. I.G. J.W., enquire who wants admission. You will therefore sits. cuts Sn. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor: Entered Apprentice, or First Degrees ; S.D. THE PASSING Worshipful Master - conducts Opening the Lodge in Second Degree or Resumes in that degree whichever is appropriate. conducts Cand. this three-fold Sign is called the Sign of Fidelity and is given by placing the S.W. S.W. S.D. and Cand. prompting Cand. dictates: A Word. Bro. preserve our ancient usages and customs sacred and inviolable and induce others, who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top and gives Sp and Sn of W.M. S.D. W.M. These Pillars were seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. I.G., see who seeks admission. shield the repository of my secrets from the attacks of the insidious. sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. Freemasonry: Entered Apprentice Degree | Excommunicate