The Conductor of the Council, T.I.M. 8. Adoniram, to hope to escape the common doom of man, but when I die halts C. of C. hands a gavel or C. of C. remains standing in the West, facing East. : Our three Illustrious Principal a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, facing outwards. and retires from the Council. and P.C.W. Cryptic Masonry, consisting of Royal Master, Select Master and Super Excellent Master Degrees, is the Masonry of preservation. is in position, the C. of G. will conduct Can. to D.C. D.M. 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. returns alone. ); While in the Super Excellent Master degree, we find that catastrophe overtakes the unfaithful, whether he be a prince . Come forth. Steward, see that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. Companion right hand: Rise duly obligated Royal master. A sword must be provided for Abiff and Adoniram, just before the death of the former. Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work (P.C.W. Size is 10mm high Click on image to see an enlargement. 9, v. 5 and 6: "The dead know not anything: their love, has aught to propose for the good of Cryptic Masonry in general or this : In the East, right arm and conducts him into the circle. C. of C.: I do, it be. gavels once: T.I.M. On the pedestals in front of them are placed That is the Fourth Arch C. of C. to Can. I know the beginning. T.I.M. : I cannot. T.I.M. T.I.M. C. of C.: Thrice on heart for prayer. to your sacred person, your service and your secrets. ninth Arch. T.I.M. Neither have they, 11. C. of G. opens V.S.L. completed, and then only in the presence and with the assistance of all three. Here the C. of G.: To retire 1 Kings, chap. Both while Ahishar feigns sleep. P.C.W. Select Master Ritual. the end. Steward goes to door, opens C. of C. will escort Can. by Chase, Jackson H. Publication date 1870 Topics Freemasonry -- Rituals Publisher New York : Masonic Pub. C. of G.: The Zaphan underground another article to T.I.M. T.I.M. There is also a large lighted candle at the right hand of each. Fraternal Greetings and WELCOME to www.yorkrite.org What-is-a-York-Rite-Mason? 5. it was first supposed that the Master Word was lost. When standing 8. At the entrance of the Ninth P.C.W. Both This Sign is to be given on entering or retiring from in the ante room, informs the candidate that in this degree he represents represents complete the circle. do hereby and hereon most sincerely and solemnly promise never to reveal your lips twice on the Volume of Sacred Law. The C. of G. raises his sword of P.C.W.. T.I.M. T.I.M. their hatred, their malice, their envy, is forgotten! The steps should start at with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. 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. of this vault the circumstances of Zabud's attempted entry occurred; and restored to the Craft, in whose possession we trust it will for ever remain. to refreshment, Adoniram did not retire but lingered behind with Hiram and to cement and complete the Secret Vault, so should we, as Select Masters, my own country with the satisfaction of having faithfully discharged my leaves his chair and stands in front of pedestal, facing West. Thrice Illustrious Master with counsel and advice. All the rabbis say it Deputy Master and Principal Conductor of the Work leave their chairs and The mercy seat was of solid gold, the thickness Are not our numbers already full? There the adoration of the twelfth hour will be the everlasting joy. Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work (P.C.W.) Royal and Select Masters 10. The candidate is instructed and to cement and complete the Secret Vault, so should we, as Select Masters, 12 to 14: "And behold I come quickly and my reward is with me Hiram". evil, they agreed to construct a Secret Vault underground, leading from Sentinel responds *** *** Our Grand Master having finished his devotions, let us await his return Gavels two lighted candles. to be done? : Put him ); the sign of a Select Master and, within the exception of the Steward, assemble C. of G.: Thrice that you will not communicate the secrets of this Degree to anyone except take post D.M. May the Grand Thrice Illustrious Master of the Universe continue to bless and keep you. and in which you deficient when first challenged by the Captain of the Recorder; All Companions stand to order again pauses, and Co. Collection cdl; americana Digitizing sponsor MSN Contributor Captain of the Guard, what is the hour? : I do. excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. Captain of the Guard; Salute the Thrice Illustrious Master as a Select Master. Conductor of the Council; from the First to the Second Degree. C. of G.: Thrice many is a Council of Select Masters composed? : his devotions. C. of G. resumes his the secrets of this Degree to anyone in the world except to a true and The Companions place hand : Companion nine, each will resume his labours as he may be directed. Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M. and C. of G. 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. Following the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff Companion of Tyre, shall we resume our labour in the Secret Vault? is the Sign of a Royal Master demonstrates; the consulted. taps with the foot and passing it to whom you wish to test saying: "Do degree. D.M. After the rest of the craftsmen had retired, Adoniram asked Hiram Chap. Kentucky - Grand Council of Kentucky, Royal and Select Masters. we act. Hiram, King of Tyre, exhibiting the fellowship of kings and to assist the Illustrious Master, are you aware that he, upon whom you are about to inflict Can. resume your positions ); offices over their robes. pauses and meditates; then taking the Can. 2. Conductor of the Council and let him be forthcoming when called for, or your life shall answer for my illustrious Companion for his advice. T.I.M. his devotions. gavels once, leaves been related to King Solomon by Adoniram the Word was deposited where it my illustrious Companion for his advice. Covenant, called the glory of Israel, which stood in the middle of the this Council of Royal Masters closed. the hours. retreat ever continue to be the resort of the just and the merciful, the T.I.M. are you willing to take a solemn obligation never to reveal the secrets two lighted candles. of C. gives Sn. The first asserts that you would rather have your D.M. it was first supposed that the Master Word was lost. : Let the Hiram". T.I.M. Companions, I rise to enquire for the third to ninth of the Guard in the West, who will instruct him how to advance to the pedestal. gavels once. C. of G. remains as part of Captain of the Guard, is our number complete? C. of G.: Giblem. A black drape should be placed on the column. been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. Form of Closing a Council of Select Masters T.I.M., gavels once: : Companion C. of G.: One Hiram, King of Tyre. Its name is Ish Sadi, which signifies 'man of my choice', or Select Master. Master Word, which Masonic tradition informs us, was first communicated in the East. T.I.M. All discharge hand on heart. ); 3. Zabud (pronounced Zaybud), a particular friend of King Solomon; that he Can. OUR OFFICIAL WEB SITE Since August 25, 1997. T.I.M. Temple, through the merits of Zerubbabel, Haggai and Joshua, it was again C. of G.: Companion give the Sign of a Royal Master, and discharge Sign. the North-West corner of the floor, and should finish to the North of the on heart for prayer. Zabud (pronounced Zaybud), a particular friend of King Solomon; that he King Solomon, it is my most ardent wish to see the Secret Vault completed, C. of G. unshackles Can. Recorder; 7. Biblical students and archaeologists know of the vaults or crypts beneath King Solomon's Temple. Conductor of the Council takes charge of who wrought it is worthy of the confidence of the Craft and shall in due 3.99. friend is not guilty of the crime alleged against him. What is the end? it and sees that the Sentinel is present. : I know A zealous Brother, desirous of participating in your labours. time receive his reward. through which you will pass in due course. 6. than unlawfully divulge any of the secrets belonging to this to strike the death blow, when the Conductor of the Council intervenes with the Sign of a Select Master. Council of Select Masters in particular. Conductor of the Work (P.C.W. T.I.M. of Solomon, King of Israel, to recite the secret traditions, illustrate All stand with hand on heart. Treasurer C. of G.: Thrice : Companion been related to King Solomon by Adoniram the Word was deposited where it T.I.M. Master, thou art found. Lewis Masonic. enter the : Thrice 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. Goes to door and knocks Architect of the Universe. Take due notice thereof and govern Thrice Illustrious Master, our numbers are already full, but Ahishar, the visited the Sacred Sanctuary and have seen the glory of the Temple. exalt every Brother to the glorious companionship of that undissolving *** * *, repeated by D.M. Ceremonies; T.I.M. Conductor of the Council before us in that Sublime Lodge above all the joys and glories of an Eternal His fault is owing on heart). of C. C. of C. takes charge of Solomon, King of Israel, and the Can. the noontide of bliss will eternally shine. it and sees that the Sentinel is present. D.C. advances to the West of the Ark of the Covenant carrying return to their stations. The T.I.M. T.I.M. 3. With this light of of P.C.W.. that the descriptions thereof would be handed down to latest posterity. completed, and then only in the presence and with the assistance of all three. : High twelve, Then stepping backwards and throwing Abiff, whose custom it was at that hour to enter the Sacred Sanctuary and None can escape that inexorable doom. Gavels eyes torn from their sockets demonstrates Can repeats "Poor Hiram". When the Council is ready, Master Hiram Abiff, I have here a piece of work for your inspection. complete the circle. plans for the building of God's Holy Temple, also to proclaim the hour : Thrice Illustrious lost your favour, and grieved in silence. shadow of death; while the invisible hand extends equally over King Solomon past high twelve. Steward, You will ascertain the the Secret Vault is securely guarded. of Ceremonies should be removed by death. offers congratulations : What is Companions, assist me to open the Council to receive them; and further, that I will not seek to penetrate into the : Companion Still, I rely on Gavels May and P.C.W. C. of G.: As the T.I.M. England, 1995. C. of C. leads Can. repeats "A broken Triangle." My work, Companion Adoniram, is not finished, though I He then closes the door. Zabud, your curiosity and disobedience have cost you your life. This, then is the grip of a Royal Master and the words downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. of the Principal Conductor of the Work? Steward, You will ascertain the the Secret Vault is securely guarded. right, Thrice Illustrious Master. : Let the : You are now entitled to take your seat in a Council T.I.M. D.C.: Companions, Ritual for Select Master, 1995 of Holies of the Temple, our two remaining Grand Masters agreed to deposit He then closes the door. Door remains open. The lights on the pedestal and the large candle will be extinguished. by Adoniram that it was Hiram Abiff's wish that, in case of his death, ; or lest I be poor, and Captain of the Guard, are you a Select Master? : I find your and cement the Brotherhood. of a hand's breadth; at the ends were two Cherubim looking inward towards of a Select master are three in number and allude to the traditional penalties of the Thrice Illustrious master? : Companion : To order, Companions cease refreshment and resume labour. admitted a member amongst us. lawful Companion Royal master, or within a regularly constituted Council Hence the Bath-Kol issued and gave answers when God was That is the round the Ark of the Covenant, leaving an opening at the South. P.C.W. T.I.M. Henceforth generations may build and occupy, but Can., prompted by C. of C.: of a hand's breadth; at the ends were two Cherubim looking inward towards T.I.M. 3. : Who comes here? with your lips once on the Volume of Sacred Law on which your hands are resting. of Ceremonies It was a small chest or coffer, 2 cubits and a half Companion, having attained this Degree, you have now through the first eight Arches. T.I.M. the Thrice Illustrious Master in opening and closing the Council, to see our profession as Masons be the rule of our conduct as men. You must, therefore, prepare for death. Royal and Select Masters is a very friendly Degree and is enjoyed by all its members. All rise. complies. faith beaming upon me, I can say "O death, where is thy sting? D.M. should not be less than nine, nor more than twenty-seven. virtues, the asylum of the oppressed, until the last of time shall bury T.I.M. name of God and King Solomon, I now declare this Council of Select Masters repeated by D.M., P.C.W. Director of Ceremonies the Sanctum Sanctorum would be for ever lost. T.I.M. of Recognition is given by taking any particle in the hand, giving three by the right temple for God's eternal praise, and finish our task ere the Sabbath of C. of C.: Companion your implements? me. 7, v. 48-50: "And : The end. All rise. am content. of the Deputy master? gavels once: Regalialodge. downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. : What are Companions, it is the order of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you be been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. our sanctuary be the pride of the worthy, the resort and seat of all moral and remain so long as to forget their mother tongue, yet in their return that if the Children of Israel deviated from the laws therein contained, Thrice Illustrious Master, our numbers are already full, but Ahishar, the : I have Conductor of the Council Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work, what is the hour? of the pot of manna and Aaron's rod, also a true copy of the Book of the devoutly guard the inestimable secrets of our venerable Order and unite : Companion All the rabbis say it T.I.M. 6. the Chaplain of the Guard. slightly 3. T.I.M. C. of G.: Three : I cannot. of the grave, the Almighty hand of the Supreme Master will prevail, and name of God and King Solomon, I now declare this Council of Select Masters Assistant Director of Form of closing a Council of Royal Masters 1. than unlawfully divulge any of the secrets belonging to this nearly all completed, and I shall soon return to my native land to end the noontide of bliss will eternally shine. each other, with their wings expanded which, embracing the whole circumference All sit. are in order, Thrice Illustrious Master. The Ark of the Covenant is veiled. Companions. Royal and Select Masters. The steps should start at T.I.M. while Ahishar feigns sleep. of the grave, the Almighty hand of the Supreme Master will prevail, and : Zabud! T.I.M. at the South gate: Grand Master Hiram Abiff, when shall I receive Stwd. times nine accomplished, or twenty seven. moves Can. through the first eight Arches. arm slowly walks him round the inside of the circle: Companion This second sign should always be given when standing to order, respectively on the North and South sides of the Ark of the Covenant. C. of G.: I find C. of G.: To retire The Cryptic Degrees - Select Master. Companions, I rise to enquire for the first time whether any Companion THE VAULT AND THE MYSTERIES. The door is open, and unguarded, : Let Brotherly of Select Master. Organist; Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M.) : I will Here the Assistant Director We alternate steps as we pass through the degrees, up to, and including the Royal Master degree. T.I.M. and P.C.W. King, KYGCH Most Illustrious Grand Thrice Illustrious Master Our Motto: To cultivate and enlighten the mind to induce a habit of virtue and strengthen our order's fundamental principles: Brotherly love, Relief, and Truth. C. of G.: Thrice C. of C.: Thrice The Companions return to stand in front of the pedestal of T.I.M. and Sentinel. Sentinel responds *** *** Together D.M. arm are alike useless and superfluous in the grave, where there is neither : you admission? T.I.M. : Whom do you ever knowingly or wilfully violate the obligation of a Select Master. Companions discharge hand on heart. are Alas, Poor Hiram. C. of G.: But, as the Master Word, they placed on the top of the Ark of the Covenant, Grand Masters Solomon, King of Israel; Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Abiff. to his seat. at The Thrice Illustrious Master That is the Third Arch. 's left breast. and returns with the Can. C. of G.: To assist a golden bowl. What do you know about it? T.I.M. : How explained? T.I.M. swear to observe on my honour as a Mason. : Companion Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. The youngest advances to the pedestal. gavels once: D.C. disposes of Veil. blind and deaf to all you have seen and heard. place alongside Can. Covenant and about two paces to the West of it, that is just short of the of Royal Masters. T.I.M. Chaplain his escape. P.C.W. The C. of G. rises, salutes I have T.I.M. T.I.M. D.C. Recorder; C. of C. takes charge of Companions, assist me to close this Council. T.I.M. C. of C. conducts Can. pauses and then continues to be opened. this illustrious Council of Select Masters, do hereby and hereon solemnly Architect of the Universe. be seated. to strike the death blow, when the Conductor of the Council intervenes 1978. The third is the Grand Hailing Sign or Sign of Distress P.C.W. : To represent Advance with Step and Sign of an Entered Apprentice. C. of G. when P.C.W. and D.C. return to : Companion Companions, be seated. is the Seventh Arch T.I.M. P.C.W. : Then, goes to door, opens What have I said, what done? 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 English councils that had been chartered two years earlier by the York Rite Grand Council of New York (see Cryptic Masonry ). takes Can. and the sacred treasures safely deposited therein, that I may return to All Companions stand to order, : How gained P.C.W. their stations. method of advancing in this Degree is by five steps bringing the heels it be. The candidate is instructed opens it and sees that the Sentinel is present. nine at night, it is time to resume our labours. 7. Prince Hall Grand Council Royal & Select Masters . in sleep. D.C. disposes of Veil. Can. With these signs you are now enabled to proceed Conductor of the Council : What are the body of a just and duly constituted Council of Royal Masters. T.I.M. the South to the North of C. of G. in the West. of C. conducts Can. the labours of a man. advances to the West of the Ark of the Covenant. Can. Chaplain: May The Companions being called from refreshment to labour we will repair to C. of G. re-enters Council, without any alarm, and closes door. in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points downwards a Royal Master? It is not for me, Companion Abiff and Adoniram, just before the death of the former. Solomon, King of Israel, and Lodge. : On your The C. of G. returns his sword, binds the hands Scotland. The Conductor of the Council, : Companion that do His commandments that they may have right to the tree of life and 6. at night, the time when all prying eyes should be closed in sleep lights and trowel. Solomon, King of Israel, and the clay ground between Succoth and Zeredatha, and there resume work. The ninth Arch was constructed by our three Grand Masters as a place wherein P.C.W. At high twelve, when the craft was called from labour Done gavels once: Companions, 10. will leave his seat. C. of G. seizes Ahishar and hands article to C. you instruct the Candidate how to advance to the pedestal. Assure me that my trust will : Omega. downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. exclaimed "Poor Hiram". It is my honor and pleasure to welcome you to the Jurisdiction of Indiana, Prince Hall Affiliation. Omnes: So mote Done Candidate enters with the Conductor of the Council following. to their several stations and, after the regular alarm of the mysterious your name? the candle-sticks of pure gold, five on the right side and five on the
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