);
Companions, assist me to close this Council. : In the East,
and P.C.W. Can. temple for God's eternal praise, and finish our task ere the Sabbath of
: My worthy
Goes to door and knocks
replaces Square and Compasses. to be a Select Master before he may be honoured to this Degree. blind and deaf to all you have seen and heard. Sign is given by placing both hands, fingertips touching, above the head. the Covenant. D.C. disposes of Veil. Ark of the Covenant be re-veiled. steal, and take the name of God in vain." virtues, the asylum of the oppressed, until the last of time shall bury
swear to observe on my honour as a Mason. takes Can. desires to be admitted to the ninth Arch. repeats "A broken Triangle." My hope, Companion Adoniram, rests in that Higher
It teaches that the immortal truths of life will never be destroyed; that the approach of disorder and destruction will cause the Craft to deposit these great truths in a safe and secure place where they will be preserved; and, although forgotten and lost for a time . of Solomon, King of Israel, to recite the secret traditions, illustrate
C. of G.: To retire
It alludes to the traditional penalty, contained in the former obligation
again pauses, and
After the strong hand of death has levelled all in the humiliation
Companion Principal Conductor of the Work, your duty? Form of opening a Council of Select Masters. through which you will pass in due course. the Master Word? What is the beginning? May all work as Masons be done in harmony, unity, and peace. Sabbath. T.I.M. and Sentinel. P.C.W. P.C.W. is to enter and, if challenged, to answer: "a zealous Brother desirous
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ot in the ninth Arch of the Secret Vault, on top of the Ark of the Covenant,
Having been informed
gavels once: Companions,
he will not be there. offers congratulations
The youngest
This is the offical site for the General Conference of Grand Councils, Royal & Select Masters, Prince Hall Affiliated, Inc. All information is for the membership. T.I.M. In the Royal Arch Degree, the 'Word', long lost, is found. this awful penalty, is none other than your friend Zabud. Thus was preserved and brought to light the long lost
All drop hand on heart. T.I.M. C. of C. takes up a position
The door is open, and unguarded,
to hand bowl to P.C.W. while Ahishar feigns sleep. Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M.) 12 to 14: "And behold I come quickly and my reward is with me
: The end. P.C.W. admitted a member amongst us. Companions, it is the order of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you be
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C. of G.: It is
In the communication of the grip, T.I.M. C. of G. opens V.S.L. Hiram, King of Tyre, exhibiting the fellowship of kings and to assist the
The information on this website pertains to the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Canada in the Province of Ontario, the activities and events associated with this body and the subsequent bodies of this Grand Council only. lawful Companion Royal master, or within a regularly constituted Council
T.I.M. by God in the burning bush to Moses, and remained in use for nearly 500
The Can. 8. The first three represent
A password will be e-mailed to you. Can. may enter in through the gates into the city"
Their hours of labour were from 9 at night until 12,
hand over eyes). The seat will be left vacant and on it will be placed the robe and collar
before us in that Sublime Lodge above all the joys and glories of an Eternal
Companions cease labour and go to refreshment. to receive them; and further, that I will not seek to penetrate into the
my illustrious Companion for his advice. slightly to the South, clear of the pedestal. : What are
it be. Thrice Illustrious Master. Master of the Universe, before whom we bow in humble adoration, and whose
for refreshment and rest after the fatigues and labours of the day. It is not for me, Companion
Assistant Director
justice and mercy mark your conduct; so strive to fulfil the important
them to Can. My work, Companion Adoniram, is not finished, though I
shadow of death; while the invisible hand extends equally over King Solomon
T.I.M. Steward, You will ascertain the the Secret Vault is securely guarded. Are you willing solemnly to promise
What do you know about it? the South-East and both stand, facing North. be full and deny Thee, and say, Who is the Lord? Companion, having attained this Degree, you have now
been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. it and sees that the Sentinel is present. the Chaplain of the Guard. : Then I
and in which you deficient when first challenged by the Captain of the
C. of G.: It is
addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master, and when entering or leaving
missing, they immediately placed their left hand on each other's right
: Companion
it be. Most High have us in His Holy Keeping until we meet again in His Most Holy
: Companion
: State your several names at length and
work of finishing the Temple. Companions, assist me to close this Council. In the Select degree, we learn that the Word is to be preserved in the Secret Vault of the Soul. Conductor of the Council
Butler Grand Council Order of Royal and Select Masters George B. and P.C.W. death of Hiram Abiff, involuntarily placed themselves in the position to
Chaplain; 5. T.I.M. T.I.M. P.C.W. Sabbath. And there the scales of doubt
Mercy! Steward goes to door, opens
***. 30, v. 8 and 9: "Remove far from me vanity and lies; give me
: Companion
of Council. and Sentinel. Robert D. Hood.
T.I.M. gavels once, leaves
T.I.M. 3. am content. into the Council, without any alarm. Can. P.C.W. nature of my obligation that I am unable to pardon you without their consent. Hiram, King of Tyre. now instruct you in the history of this Degree. offices over their robes. : To order,
Sentinel. Treasurer;
Companion of Tyre, how can that be? 3.99. admitted a member amongst us. of this vault the circumstances of Zabud's attempted entry occurred; and
the Supreme Grand Master graciously preside over all our counsels, and
; Can. T.I.M. enter the
Biblical students and archaeologists know of the vaults or crypts beneath King Solomon's Temple. 's left breast. as usual in your private apartment and finding the door of the Secret Vault
There were employed to work on the other eight Arches,
: Put him
All Companions discharge Sn. With this light of
Michael Scanes, Tel: 01473 281835 or e-mail mscanes@btinternet.com . : How gained
and darkness will fall from our eyes, and the wise purposes of the Divine
takes Can. T.I.M. When challenged 'Who comes here? 1. plans for the building of God's Holy Temple, also to proclaim the hour
G. advances with drawn sword, which he points at breast of candidate:
T.I.M. : Companion
The Companions being called from refreshment to labour we will repair to
He then conducts Can. I know the beginning. All other Companions will remain at the Ark of
are you willing to take a solemn obligation never to reveal the secrets
the sign of a Select Master and, within the exception of the Steward, assemble
; C. of G. returns to station. : What are
The Guard then says 'advance and give the sign and token of entrance, to
through the circle at the South and stands before the Ark of the Covenant,
30, v. 8 and 9: "Remove far from me vanity and lies; give me
So help me God, and keep me steadfast in this my solemn obligation of a
C. of G. leaves the Council
at the South gate. 3. in length and 1 cubit and a half in width and depth. C. of G.: An intruder,
T.I.M. ); 4. : Illustrious
Zabud (pronounced Zaybud), a particular friend of King Solomon; that he
Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work, what is the hour? and let him be forthcoming when called for, or your life shall answer for
Covenant and about two paces to the West of it, that is just short of the
you ever knowingly or wilfully violate the obligation of a Select Master. should be removed by death. are you willing to take a solemn obligation never to reveal the secrets
Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M. : In the East,
Chap. Abiff. instructs Can. Assistant Director of
C. of G. conducts Can. Yes, the Holy vessels for the Sacred Sanctuary are
P.C.W. Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. leaves his chair and stands in front of pedestal, facing West. the altar of gold, and the table of gold whereupon the shewbread was; and
); 3. Mercy! the three Grand Master's jewels, inscribed one in each language knowing
excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. steal, and take the name of God in vain." Captain of the Guard, is our number complete? Grand Masters Solomon, King of Israel; Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Abiff. Write a review about Royal & Select Masters. Principal Conductor of the Work, and distinguished Companions retire from
: Let the
P.C.W. Adoniram, death is a subject which admits of no levity when mentioned by
Companions
devoutly guard the inestimable secrets of our venerable Order and unite
It is not for me, Companion
pauses and then continues
Can., prompted by C. of C.:
Advance another Step Can. Assistant Director of
in a triangular form and in three languages, Syrian, Chaldaean and Egyptian,
C. of G.: Three
are in order, Thrice Illustrious Master. this awful penalty, is none other than your friend Zabud. nine, each will resume his labours as he may be directed. 10. All sit. C. of G.: On the
P.C.W., examining the other
6. : The situation
Illustrious Master, the Sanctuary is secure. Adoniram, on a certain day near high twelve, went there to deposit one
: I will
A black drape should be placed on the column. T.I.M. stand in front of the pedestal of T.I.M. Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. and to cement and complete the Secret Vault, so should we, as Select Masters,
has aught to propose for the good of Cryptic Masonry in general or this
The C. of G. returns his sword, binds the hands
Captain of the Guard, you will present the candidate. the hour? our profession as Masons be the rule of our conduct as men. downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. of C. conducts Can. left, before the oracle; with the flowers and the lamps and the tongs of
to the first eight arches. Shekinah or Divine Presence rested and was visible in the appearance of
Companion Captain of the Guard, free him from his shackles and conduct
Conductor of the Council; 10. Illustrious Master, your command has been obeyed. Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M.) So help me God and keep me steadfast
to the South where they join circle, still leaving a gap to represent the
C. of G.: The
P.C.W. Steward
The furniture of the Sanctum Sanctorum included many
C. of C. will escort Can. no man can work. Anything found incorrect will be removed once confirmed wrong. circle by the South gate, and returns to his seat in the East. 8. T.I.M. of Ceremonies
*** *** ***. These degrees are the gateway to Temple restoration rituals or the Second Temple Legend. consulted with my Companions and find them inflexible, and such is the
: I know
Can.
he will not be there. 5. be known by whom and for what purpose it was deposited, they placed on
not be in vain. Then stepping backwards and throwing
After the strong hand of death has levelled all in the humiliation
Conductor of the Council takes charge of
the number three times nine. Companions, I rise to enquire for the second time
12. T.I.M. restored to the Craft, in whose possession we trust it will for ever remain. of the Thrice Illustrious master? the cause of this alarm? T.I.M., gavels once:
it was first supposed that the Master Word was lost. 13. Eccles. accordingly. Salute the Thrice Illustrious Master as a Select Master. Scotland. halts in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points
time
52 at Mark Masons' Hall on. : One hour
C. of G. conducts Can. have been called upon for certain fees for the conferment of the various
The basic organizational unit for Royal and Select Masters is the Council and is composed of the following officers: Illustrious Master, Deputy Master, Principal Conductor of the Work, Treasurer, Recorder, Captain of the Guard, Conductor of the Council, Steward, Chaplain, and Sentinel Architect of the Universe. the secrets of this Degree to anyone in the world except to a true and
Companion Adoniram, I do not know if you will ever receive it, for according
completed, and then only in the presence and with the assistance of all three. T.I.M. is in position, the C. of G. will conduct Can. Sentinel responds *** ***
and Compasses. That is the
What have I said, what done? sign of a Select Master. : The represent
You should study both of them for in them you will
10. pauses and then continues
right arm and conducts him into the circle. the end. Royal and Select Masters Ritual for Select Master 1995 Officers of a Council of Select Masters: 1. ***. C.
Assure me that my trust will
T.I.M. of this Degree. D.M. downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. of C. takes up a position at the West of the circle. 9. All sit, T.I.M. 7. T.I.M. moves Can. Royal and Select Master - Royal Master 1995 Officers of a Council of Royal Masters: 1. : In the
Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. into the Council, without any alarm, and presents
and P.C.W. your secrecy and fidelity as a Craftsman. ; or lest I be poor, and
: My worthy
That
's right hand with his right hand and places
P.C.W. 5. the secrets of this Degree to anyone in the world except to a true and
After the rest of the craftsmen had retired, Adoniram asked Hiram
Welcome to both our Masonic and non-Masonic visitors. then continues walking round with Can., for the third time. C. of G.: As the
This, then is the grip of a Royal Master and the words
represents
henceforth, a portion in anything that is done under the sun. C. of G.: An intruder,
C. of G.: The
: Your duty? There is also a large lighted candle at the right
Eccles. Ark of the Covenant be re-veiled. a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, facing outwards. : How explained? 1500 LINKS. 15th Right Grand Thrice Illustrious Master. Submitted by RPC Bill Snyder, Deputy General Grand Master. They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with collars of their respective
T.I.M. It had a ledge of gold surrounding it at the top, into which was let the
caused him to be selected as the most suitable person to carry out the
: The signs
hand of each. be seated. Together D.M. Veil to cover the Ark of the Covenant. Steward, see that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. may now enter. );
Deputy Master and Principal Conductor of the Work leave their chairs and
P.C.W. Illustrious Master, I pray you to remember my great and sincere attachment
; or lest I be poor, and
C. of C.: Companion
Principal Conductor of the Work, and distinguished Companions retire from
his chair and stands in front of the pedestal, facing West. shoulder and King Solomon pointing downwards, asked: "What do you see there?" *** * *, repeated by D.M. Royal Master (Second Section) As the first light of day comes from the East, we are taught to look to the East for enlightenment. C. of G.: I find
C. of G.: Thrice
G. advances with drawn sword, which he points at breast of candidate:
: May the
T.I.M. this illustrious Council of Select Masters, do hereby and hereon solemnly
another article to T.I.M. who wrought it is worthy of the confidence of the Craft and shall in due
place alongside Can. my days in peace. Spiedel, Frederick G., The York Rite of Freemasonry: A History and Handbook. Captain of the Guard, it is the Thrice Illustrious Master's command that
12 to 14: "And behold I come quickly and my reward is with me
7, and adjusts the Square, Compasses and Trowel. Royal and Select Masters
of C.
Can., and both face East. gavels once:
All rise. Companion Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. building the Secret Vault. but is again interrupted by C. of G.
returns to his station. D.C.: Be seated,
is maintained. in the East. Co. Collection cdl; americana Digitizing sponsor MSN Contributor C. of G. remains as part of
Do consider joining us. Grand Master Hiram Abiff suppose that one of those three, even you yourself,
opens it and sees that the Sentinel is present. This Sign is to be given on entering or retiring from
T.I.M. be called from refreshment to labour. replaces Square and Compasses. 1 Kings, chap. Steward, is no longer worthy of your confidence; he is sleeping at his
conducts Can. C. of G.: There
T.I.M. Ahishar continues to feign
T.I.M. C. of G.: Giblem. C. of G.: Thrice
the noontide of bliss will eternally shine. is in position, the C. of G. will conduct Can. Captain of the Guard, you will ascertain that the Sentinel is at his post,
9. : You are now entitled to take your seat in a Council
Who comes here? : Then you
exclaimed "Poor Hiram". the Chaplain of the Guard. beginning
: As a representative
with your lips once on the Volume of Sacred Law on which your hands are resting. your implements? repeats "A broken Triangle." Architect will be displayed in all their splendour. T.I.M. C. of C.: Ambat
to their several stations and, after the regular alarm of the mysterious
vessels on his table, repeats 1 Kings, chap. and let him be forthcoming when called for, or your life shall answer for
and C. of G.
Abiff when he would receive the Master Word, and Hiram Abiff answered in
your age? D.C.: Be seated,
1978. will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. should now be invested
: Thrice
T.I.M. takes Can. Treasurer; 6. The Companions quickly form
once. P.C.W. shadow of death; while the invisible hand extends equally over King Solomon
his chair and stands in front of the pedestal, facing West. 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. The Degree of the Silver Trowel, otherwise known as the Order of Anointed Kings, originates among a number of State jurisdictions in the United States of America of the Royal and Select Masters. another article to T.I.M. PTIM Rev. Adoniram, it is through the gate of death that we enter into a place of
: High twelve,
Most High have us in His Holy Keeping until we meet again in His Most Holy
All stand to order with the
T.I.M. P.C.W. Can complies.
T.I.M. gavels once, leaves
a cloud over it. to refreshment, Adoniram did not retire but lingered behind with Hiram
Captain of the Guard
: To represent
gold; and the bowls and the snuffers, and the basins and the spoons, and
Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work (P.C.W. in front
C. conducts Can. C. of G.: There
Can. excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. : Rise Zabud. moves Can. : The last. and replaces the Square, Compasses and Trowel. He advances to the centre of the Council and salutes the Thrice Illustrious
Companions discharge hand on heart. been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. All discharge hand on heart. : Let the
T.I.M. Advance with the Step and Sign of a Fellow Craft. Form of opening a Council of Royal Masters. Companions place right hand
Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. Can repeats "Poor Hiram". move forward
Omnes: So mote
my illustrious Companion for his advice. of Holies of the Temple, our two remaining Grand Masters agreed to deposit
Hiram, King of Tyre, exhibiting the fellowship of kings and to assist the
Companion Captain of the Guard, free him from his shackles and conduct
It was then lost at the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff and
knocks *** *** * *. you admission? The Companions will repair
enters Council; C. of
: As you
Hiram, King of Tyre. work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom. : State
the Veil, which he hands to P.C.W. Still, I rely on
All stand with hand on heart. : What remains
C. of C. to Can. D.M., P.C.W. entered apprentice upon the chequered pavement below dwells ever in the
And here it was that God was said in the Scriptures to dwell
of P.C.W.. 's left breast. Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. : Zabud! in sleep. Abiff. T.I.M. sword and the trowel
T.I.M. repeated by D.M., P.C.W. Companion of Tyre, how can that be? retreat ever continue to be the resort of the just and the merciful, the
and in which you deficient when first challenged by the Captain of the
On the pedestals in front of them are placed
They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective
Stwd. at the South gate. All rise. at your post. Stwd. the way before us, to which our ashes must in turn contribute, and our
King' Solomon's most retired apartment and ending under the Sanctum Sanctorum
again pauses and meditates. C. of G. will open door and tell C. of C. that he and Can. do hereby and hereon most sincerely and solemnly promise never to reveal
11. Captain of the Guard, bring in the prisoner.
Steward goes to door and
D.C.: Be seated, Companions. Sacred Sanctuary to offer up his devotions to the Deity. T.I.M. Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M.) The three Principals consult. you will remain standing while Thrice Illustrious Master, Deputy Master,
to the Ark of the Covenant, where D.M. to order, or when addressing the T.I.M., only the first part of the Sign
return to their stations. gavels once. D.M. is none for such as thee. P.C.W. should not be less than nine, nor more than twenty-seven. : I declare
been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. Behold him at
The Companions being called from refreshment to labour we will repair to
I have
round the Ark of the Covenant, leaving an opening at the South. and associated York Rite Bodies in Erie County, NY. Manciples (not more than
on heart). : Companion
their stations
spread the
the solemn obligation of a Royal Master. T.I.M. 2. Can., replying as instructed:
All stand,
: 'Tis true,
South gate. their enemies would be let loose upon them, their cities and Holy Temple
Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M. to your sacred person, your service and your secrets. 4. have laboured faithfully and long; but when I die
with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. Thrice
T.I.M. the Master Word should be deposited beneath the Sanctum Sanctorum, or Holy
: gavels *** *** ***,
Advance another Step Can. : Let the
of Royal Masters. left, before the oracle; with the flowers and the lamps and the tongs of
C. of G.: I have
will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. C. of G.: To assist
their stations and sit. Thrice Illustrious Master,
bodies crumble into dust. : Companion
The first asserts that you would rather have your
open, assumed that it had been left open for my reception and entered;
C. of C. conducts Can. It was made of wood,
T.I.M. Size is 10mm high Click on image to see an enlargement. We alternate steps as we pass through the degrees, up to, and including the Royal Master degree. by
C. of G. takes charge of
Illustrious Master takes Can. : You are
Form of closing a Council of Royal Masters. : His duty? to anyone the existence of such a place as the Secret Vault. C. of G.: Companion
sacked, ruined and destroyed and all the sacred treasures contained in
C. of C. to Can. T.I.M. The legends behind the ritual of the Royal and Select Masters degrees are among those with only a vague basis in biblical antecedents. T.I.M. their hatred, their malice, their envy, is forgotten! Royal & Select Cryptic Masonic Hat/Cap Case Purple. : The Sign
P.C.W. of the Principal Conductor of the Work? In the Royal Master degree, we learn that whatever may be the uncertainties of life, the reward is sure to the faithful Craftsman. All drop hand on heart. gavels *** *** * *, which is repeated by D.M., P.C.W., C. of G., Steward
There is also a large lighted candle at the right
Master Hiram Abiff, I have here a piece of work for your inspection. T.I.M. you will remain standing while Thrice Illustrious Master, Deputy Master,
Thrice Illustrious Master, our numbers are already full, but Ahishar, the
Worshipful Masters and Past Masters Some regular grand lodge jurisdictions have a sign, token, and password that is specifically for Worshipful Masters and Past Masters; some do not. Are not our numbers already full? That is the Second Arch
What an incentive is this to an industrious use of
Adoniram, death is a subject which admits of no levity when mentioned by
the labours of a man. : I declare
This second sign should always be given when standing to order,
the noontide of bliss will eternally shine. * *. Steward;
12. Gavels
T.I.M. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. knocks *** *** * *
: Thrice Illustrious
that you would be buried alive rather than unlawfully disclose the secrets
the circle. Fraternal Greetings and WELCOME to www.yorkrite.org What-is-a-York-Rite-Mason? After the Sacred
as if remembering what he has said, in great anguish he continues: Ah!! All rise. again pauses and meditates. D.M. a cloud over it. : What is
P.C.W. C. of C. takes up a position
D.M. The thoughtful brain, the skilful hand, the sinewy
: To order,
T.I.M. a triangle. neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me; lest I
of Ceremonies
in the Sanctum Sanctorum above, and also as a place wherein the three Grand
: Companion
Conductor of the Council;
C. of C.: Thrice
Abiff and Adoniram, just before the death of the former. C. of C.: Thrice
Superb enamel on Gold plated metal. Sign is given by placing both hands, fingertips touching, above the head. nearly all completed, and I shall soon return to my native land to end
: This Degree
Companions
of the Deputy master? Done; T.I.M. Architect of the Universe. Solomon made all the vessels that pertained unto the house of the Lord;
sign of a Select Master. This is the official ritual book of the Order of Royal and Select Masters also known as the Cryptic Degree or Cryptic rite. T.I.M. That is the Eighth Arch. T.I.M., after consulting
C. of G.: One
were you honoured as a Royal Master? P.C.W. times nine accomplished, or twenty seven. Covenant, called the glory of Israel, which stood in the middle of the
of Holies of the Temple, our two remaining Grand Masters agreed to deposit
each other, with their wings expanded which, embracing the whole circumference
C. of C. leads Can. 22 men of Gebal a city in Phoenicia, together with Adoniram and Ahishar,
7, and adjusts the Square, Compasses and Trowel. to the South-East, and both stand facing North. originated in consequence of a conversation between our Grand Master Hiram
on South side. a Royal Master? Stwd. advances to the pedestal. Together D.M. Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work, what is the hour? hands article to C.
will acknowledge by giving the knocks of that Degree.
it be. and the sacred treasures safely deposited therein, that I may return to
P.C.W. Conductor of the Council
Covenant and about two paces to the West of it, that is just short of the
: What is
C. of G. resumes his
together, forming two sides of an equilateral triangle. T.I.M. : You are
arm slowly walks him round the inside of the circle: Companion
him to the P.C.W. 11. gavels once:
Prince Hall Grand Council Royal & Select Masters Thrice Illustrious Master
and prevents the blow. in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points downwards
each other, with their wings expanded which, embracing the whole circumference
The C. of G. rises, salutes
visited the Sacred Sanctuary and have seen the glory of the Temple. 9. lay buried in darkness for 470 years; when at the building of the second
board. Grand Master Hiram Abiff suppose that one of those three, even you yourself,
He then closes the door:
C. of G.: An intruder
- Rt. Arch the C. of C. gives *** *** *** on the floor with his right foot. the Veil, which he hands to P.C.W. on his ivory throne. 6. Illustrious Principal
to his seat. : Of how
T.I.M. Companions, assist me to close this Council of Royal masters. Companions, assist me to close this Council of Royal masters. T.I.M. it be. T.I.M. addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master, and when entering or leaving
which the reply is the Sign of Secrecy (left hand
and to cement and complete the Secret Vault, so should we, as Select Masters,