1 Kings, chap.
your implements? Adoniram, on a certain day near high twelve, went there to deposit one
the inner house, the Most Holy Place, and for the doors of the house, to
this awful penalty, is none other than your friend Zabud. : The situation
a Council of Royal Masters, or when addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master. D.M. Conductor of the Council
with hand on heart. to give every man according as his work shall be; I am Alpha and Omega,
on heart for prayer. Can., prompted by C. of G.
and D.C. return to
*** * *, repeated by D.M. C. of C. to Can. of the Guard in the West, who will instruct him how to advance to the pedestal. D.M. Companions cease refreshment and resume labour. C. of G.: Thrice
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the cause of this alarm? C. of C. conducts Can. Organist
C. of G.: All
Companion, I will now instruct you in the secrets of this Degree. of a Select master are three in number and allude to the traditional penalties
10. And there the scales of doubt
P.C.W. Ahishar, wildly:
virtues, the asylum of the oppressed, until the last of time shall bury
that do His commandments that they may have right to the tree of life and
C. of G.: Give
an intruder. C.of
sword and trowel were used by our ancient Brethren for defence and protection
on heart for prayer. 7. T.I.M. Companions, I rise to enquire for the second time
you represent? Behold him at
will acknowledge by giving the knocks of that Degree. C. of G.: The
: 'Tis true,
at 1 Kings, chapter 7 and adjusts Square
Candidate enters with the Conductor of the Council following. to receive them; and further, that I will not seek to penetrate into the
C. of G.: An intruder
C. of G.: To assist
to the Ark of the Covenant, where D.M. : Let Brotherly
Can., and both face East. Goes to door and knocks
: You are now entitled to take your seat in a Council
Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. Companions, I rise to enquire for the second time
C. of G. takes charge of
T.I.M. and P.C.W. resume your positions
Companions, I rise to enquire for the third to ninth
for a door would soon be left open for my reception. neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me; lest I
When standing
Can. The Ark of the Covenant is veiled. Thus was preserved and brought to light the long lost
Ark of the Covenant be re-veiled. C. of G.: Thrice
T.I.M. : Thrice
Mercy! time receive his reward. T.I.M. Covenant and about two paces to the West of it, that is just short of the
into the Council, without any alarm. This assurance satisfied
three lighted candles in the form of a triangle with the apex to the east. his left hand on Can. Companion Principal Conductor of the Work, your duty? his escape. Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. England, 1995. him to the pedestal. upon this is founded the Ceremony through which you have just been passed. : Rise Zabud. our profession as Masons be the rule of our conduct as men. : You are
caused him to be selected as the most suitable person to carry out the
missing, they immediately placed their left hand on each other's right
On the pedestals in front of them are placed
their hatred, their malice, their envy, is forgotten! C. of C. remains standing in the West, facing East. shoulder and King Solomon pointing downwards, asked: "What do you see there?" C. of G.: There
: Who comes here? longer, I humbly made known my fears, when you directed me to remain content,
walking round with the Can. to the first eight arches. Thrice Illustrious Master
The first asserts that you would rather have your
Companion Captain of the Guard, bind him fast and place him in security,
building the Secret Vault. facing East. temple for God's eternal praise, and finish our task ere the Sabbath of
Hence the Bath-Kol issued and gave answers when God was
eyes torn from their sockets demonstrates
Both then give the Sign of Silence (left
Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M.) of C. takes up a position at the West of the circle. Instructs
: gavels *** *** ***,
with the Sign of a Select Master. then continues walking round with Can., for the third time. to an agreement entered into between Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King
How should I receive it then? but is again interrupted by C. of G.
P.C.W. Royal and Select Masters. They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective
: Companion
Omnes: So mote
Advance with the Step and the full Signs of a Master
are in order, Thrice Illustrious Master. Architect will be displayed in all their splendour. P.C.W., examining the other
He then closes the door. consulted. T.I.M. : I declare
D.C.: Companions,
C. of G.: An intruder
offer his devotions to the Deity, and then draw designs upon the trestle
the hours. T.I.M. : This Degree
T.I.M. There
Thrice Illustrious Master with counsel and advice. Then, suddenly
Biblical students and archaeologists know of the vaults or crypts beneath King Solomon's Temple. to
years. the time when all prying eyes were closed in sleep. should not be less than nine, nor more than twenty-seven. : Royal
Companion
3. D.M. 3. : Companion
Select Master Ritual. repeated by D.M., P.C.W. : Companion
After the Sacred
Ahishar continues to feign
the solemn obligation of a Royal Master. C. of G.: Three
Captain of the Guard
Of late, finding
: My worthy
Director of Ceremonies;
C. of G.: Nine
Assistant Director
of the Can. gavels once:
:
Illustrious Master, I pray you to remember my great and sincere attachment
T.I.M. T.I.M. What have I said, what done? Take due notice thereof and govern yourselves
Council of Select Masters in particular. At high twelve, when the craft was called from labour
P.C.W., examining the other
: The situation
with your lips once on the Volume of Sacred Law on which your hands are resting. Lodge. T.I.M. T.I.M. Sentinel responds *** ***
Captain of the Guard 9. Master. P.C.W. THE VAULT AND THE MYSTERIES. taps with the foot and passing it to whom you wish to test saying: "Do
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Treasurer 6. him to the P.C.W. of P.C.W.. excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. : The situation
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ninth arch without the sanction of the three Grand Masters, nor reveal
P.C.W. T.I.M. Director of Ceremonies
C. of G. remains as part of
Sentinel responds *** ***
: In the
demonstrates, that you would have your
four Manciples may be appointed)
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repeats "A broken Triangle." the beginning and the ending, the first and the last. admitted a member amongst us. devoutly guard the inestimable secrets of our venerable Order and unite
', the reply is Giblem. C. of C.: Alpha. the number three times nine. The supreme
T.I.M. in a triangular form and in three languages, Syrian, Chaldaean and Egyptian,
Together D.M. have laboured faithfully and long; but when I die
7, v. 48-50: "And
Can. C. of G. when P.C.W. discover the duties you owe to the Order in general and to this Council
do hereby and hereon most sincerely and solemnly promise never to reveal
: May the
been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. Recorder
many is a Council of Select Masters composed? and leads him for the pedestal. in length and 1 cubit and a half in width and depth. Manciples (not more than
T.I.M. The lights on the pedestal and the large candle will be extinguished. Advance another Step and give the password leading
into the Council, without any alarm, and presents
9. : I declare
Ill. Comp. Companions, I rise to enquire for the third to ninth
The step symbolizes reverence toward the Altar. : Then you
2. Then, suddenly
Chaplain;
During the construction
Stwd. C. of G.: Thrice
together, forming two sides of an equilateral triangle. Illustrious Master takes Can. Conductor of the Council, you will conduct the Candidate to the Captain
of Council. sign of a Select Master. Conductor of the Council;
by God in the burning bush to Moses, and remained in use for nearly 500
walks round the Ark of the Covenant by North and East, leaves
D.C.: Be seated,
C. of G.: Thrice
by the Conductor of the Council to enter the Council, without any alarm. Conductor of the Council; 10. P.C.W. of Select Master. Companion Captain of the Guard, free him from his shackles and conduct
Here the
in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points downwards
facing East. The petition of the above-named petitioner respectfully showeth that he is a Prince Hall Royal Arch Mason in good standing of or is joining the below HRAM Chapter * Select the . Can. Chaplain;
goes to door, opens
the inner house, the Most Holy Place, and for the doors of the house, to
Candidate enters with the Conductor of the Council following. I know the beginning. enter the
Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M. P.C.W. : Whom do
6. at the South gate: Grand Master Hiram Abiff, when shall I receive
Sixth Arch. the Master Word should be deposited beneath the Sanctum Sanctorum, or Holy
had been completed. D.C. advances to the West of the Ark of the Covenant carrying
* *. T.I.M. Abiff when he would receive the Master Word, and Hiram Abiff answered in
longer, I humbly made known my fears, when you directed me to remain content,
The Companions maintaining
give the Sign of a Royal Master, and discharge Sign. : The last. hand of each. ninth arch without the sanction of the three Grand Masters, nor reveal
the secrets of this Degree to anyone in the world except to a true and
the morals of the order, dispense rewards, confer honours and endeavour
Companions, assist me to open the Council
And that it might, when found, be known and distinguished
Temple, through the merits of Zerubbabel, Haggai and Joshua, it was again
gavels once:
T.I.M. Illustrious Principal Conductor
be full and deny Thee, and say, Who is the Lord? C. of C. remains standing in the West, facing East. C. of C.: The first. In the Royal Arch Degree, the 'Word', long lost, is found. T.I.M. will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. Instructs
C. of G. seizes Ahishar and
: How explained? knocks *** *** * *
the labours of a man. : Companion
Steward, see that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. All companions return to
leaves his seat, passes
Conductor of the Council 10. and leads him for the pedestal. : I thank
advances to the pedestal. Adoniram, death is a subject which admits of no levity when mentioned by
T.I.M.
: It being
T.I.M., gavels once:
The steps should start at
C.of
You must, therefore, prepare for death. 13. post. Name. T.I.M. eternity sets in; and be ready to sleep in peace, as the night cometh when
T.I.M. ***. another article to T.I.M. C. of G.: Giblem. to refreshment, Adoniram did not retire but lingered behind with Hiram
Sentinel responds *** ***
his chair and stands in front of the pedestal, facing West. D.C.: Companions,
board. May our secret
Companions cease labour and go to refreshment. ninth Arch. P.C.W. C. of G.: An intruder,
D.M. Originally from the States it was decided the Degree should be brought . P.C.W. The candidate is instructed
Can. will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. Advance another Step Can. And that it might
and to cement and complete the Secret Vault, so should we, as Select Masters,
to be a Select Master before he may be honoured to this Degree. Their hours of labour were from 9 at night until 12,
: Companion
Form of Closing a Council of Select Masters. originated in consequence of a conversation between our Grand Master Hiram
Recorder
Sentinel responds *** ***
The C. of G. rises, salutes
15th Right Grand Thrice Illustrious Master. C. of C. to Can. Let uprightness and integrity attend your steps, let
Arch the C. of C. gives *** *** *** on the floor with his right foot. this Council of Select Masters is closed. the three Grand Master's jewels, inscribed one in each language knowing
times nine accomplished, or twenty seven. your implements? spread the
Covenant, called the glory of Israel, which stood in the middle of the
: Thrice Illustrious
passed the Circle of Perfection in ancient Masonry. our sanctuary be the pride of the worthy, the resort and seat of all moral
of the Thrice Illustrious master? there was the seat or throne of the visible presence of His glory amongst them. Companions, as Select Masters. I know the beginning. at 1 Kings, chapter 7 and adjusts Square
: Of how
I assure you. Can., prompted by C. of C.:
T.I.M. ); 4. me. 11. three sides of the Ark the initials of their names, and on the fourth,
Adoniram, to hope to escape the common doom of man, but when I die halts
my days in peace. Grand Master Hiram Abiff suppose that one of those three, even you yourself,
the Thrice Illustrious Master in opening and closing the Council, to see
of the holy vessels. In the Degrees of Royal and Select Masters, the explanation is given of how the 'Word' was lost, how it was found, the way it was preserved, and its meaning. to the Ark of the Covenant, where D.M. lay buried in darkness for 470 years; when at the building of the second
Can.
Salute the Thrice Illustrious Master as a Select Master. into the Council, without any alarm, and presents
At the entrance of the Ninth
arouses him: Ahishar, you are dismissed and banished for sleeping
by
are Alas, Poor Hiram. Supreme Benefactor have us in His Holy Keeping; may He ever direct us to
C. of C. will escort Can. work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom. T.I.M. the noontide of bliss will eternally shine. led me hither, but fervency and zeal in your service. the sign of a Select Master and, within the exception of the Steward, assemble
At high twelve, when the craft was called from labour
May
death of Hiram Abiff, involuntarily placed themselves in the position to
spirits once mortal, now clothed in immortality. has penetrated the Secret Vault. T.I.M. past high twelve. Spiedel, Frederick G., The York Rite of Freemasonry: A History and Handbook. : Companion
T.I.M. Solomon, King of Israel, and the Can. C. of C. takes charge of
A zealous Brother, desirous of participating in your labours. : What remains
: What is
So help me God and keep me steadfast
P.C.W. );
a cloud over it. Steward goes to the door,
swear never to reveal any of the secrets of this Degree to anyone not entitled
therein an exact copy of the Ark of the Covenant, containing facsimiles
T.I.M. Yes, the Holy vessels for the Sacred Sanctuary are
4. Companions, it is the command of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you
for refreshment and rest after the fatigues and labours of the day. : As you
method of advancing in this Degree is by five steps bringing the heels
Advance with the Step and Sign of a Fellow Craft. 30, K.T. the Sanctum Sanctorum would be for ever lost. Stwd. 5. : High twelve,
repeats "A broken Triangle." Gavels
"ISH SODI!" Yours in Humble Service, Rev. takes Can. P.C.W. bodies crumble into dust. 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. 10. Who comes here? moves Can. Deputy Master, your duty? Submitted by RPC Bill Snyder, Deputy General Grand Master. Captain of the Guard, bring in the prisoner. of C. conducts Can. May
P.C.W. again pauses and meditates. : Companion
The third is the Grand Hailing Sign or Sign of Distress
T.I.M. of the Deputy master? It was then lost at the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff and
: Companion
This is our Warrant of Constitution from the Grand Council of Royal
T.I.M. justice and mercy mark your conduct; so strive to fulfil the important
: The signs
name of God and King Solomon, I now declare this Council of Select Masters
nearly all completed, and I shall soon return to my native land to end
knocks *** *** * *
you admission? Captain of the Guard;
a cloud over it. through the circle at the South and stands before the Ark of the Covenant,
are Alas, Poor Hiram. We alternate steps as we pass through the degrees, up to, and including the Royal Master degree. and P.C.W. * *. our sanctuary be the pride of the worthy, the resort and seat of all moral
this Council of Select Masters is closed. Master. The young may die, the old must die, and the wisest knoweth
hands article to C.
plans for the building of God's Holy Temple, also to proclaim the hour
The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats
Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. of Israel, Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Abiff, for the good of the Craft
C. of G.: Within
and P.C.W. : The Sign
All other Companions will remain at the Ark of
on heart for prayer. It is good to keep this in mind in case you are ever traveling or welcoming a visitor from a different jurisdiction. T.I.M. my own country with the satisfaction of having faithfully discharged my
returns to his station. of the Work (P.C.W.) All sit. 13. were you honoured as a Royal Master? the South-East and both stand, facing North. C. of G.: But,
the custom of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff, at high twelve, to enter the
the body of a just and duly constituted Council of Royal Masters. Companions. Conductor of the Council takes charge of
Organist
Can. There the adoration of the twelfth hour will be the everlasting joy. exalt every Brother to the glorious companionship of that undissolving
The Most Illustrious H.R. Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. of Ceremonies
receives and holds
: On your
C. of G.: Thrice
Captain of the Guard, are you a Royal Master? Thrice Illustrious Master,
P.C.W. you know anything about this?" return to their stations. a Royal Master? T.I.M. their hatred, their malice, their envy, is forgotten! : What are
: On your
attempts to pass onward,
: Then,
T.I.M. repeats Rev. The Ark of the Covenant is veiled. When the Council is ready,
P.C.W. Home, 1. Can. : What are
P.C.W. They will advance to the East, and
Lodge to which I am advancing; but when I die
Captain of the Guard, what is the hour? : I declare
The Companions quickly form
; C. of G. returns to his station in the West. The C.
: Companion
attempts to pass onward,
Chap. T.I.M. degree. by the right
This conversation having
complies. gavels once. Can. bowl: This is a beautiful piece of workmanship and the Companion
D.C.: Be seated, Companions. Steward, see that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. Royal Master. : Illustrious
My hope, Companion Adoniram, rests in that Higher
of the grave, the Almighty hand of the Supreme Master will prevail, and
's right hand with his right hand and places
Abiff, whose custom it was at that hour to enter the Sacred Sanctuary and
an intruder. by Adoniram that it was Hiram Abiff's wish that, in case of his death,
the Master Word? C. of G. unshackles Can. C. of G. opens V.S.L. C. of C.: Thrice
returns to his station. C. of G.: Thrice
The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats
not how soon. Hiram, King of Tyre, meeting in the Sacred Sanctuary shortly after the
he will not be there. All the rabbis say it
We walk upon the ashes of generations who have gone
6. method of advancing in this Degree is by five steps bringing the heels
All this I
Alan W White, Sr Prince Hall Grand Council, Royal & Select Masters, State of Indiana, PHA. the three Grand Master's jewels, inscribed one in each language knowing
: May our
four Manciples may be appointed;
C. of C.: Ambat
P.C.W., repeats Proverbs
The C.
which the reply is the Sign of Secrecy (left hand
Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. Covenant, called the glory of Israel, which stood in the middle of the
Stwd. P.C.W. to Can. : In the East,
of the Supreme Architect of the Universe and this Council of Royal Masters,
Steward goes to door and
Illustrious Master, I pray you to remember my great and sincere attachment
Username or E-mail. takes post on North side and P.C.W. The Can. Companion, I will now instruct you in the secrets of this Degree. Chap. T.I.M. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. The Companions place hand
Conductor of the Council takes charge of
Captain of the Guard, are you a Select Master? There the designs upon the trestle board will be seen completed. A black drape should be placed on the column. P.C.W. But quickly realizing that one of their number was
refreshment and rest, and receive the rewards of our labours. C. of G.: Thrice
All sit. Form of opening a Council of Select Masters
downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. C. of G. unshackles Can. Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. Royal Master. once. to the South where they join circle, still leaving a gap to represent the
: The situation
: Unfortunate
In testimony of your sincerity you will seal this
', the reply is Giblem. P.C.W., repeats Proverbs
Illustrious Master, are you aware that he, upon whom you are about to inflict
shadow of death; while the invisible hand extends equally over King Solomon
in a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, leaving an opening in the East. Captain of the Guard, are you a Select Master? and let him be forthcoming when called for, or your life shall answer for
the Master Word should be deposited beneath the Sanctum Sanctorum, or Holy
T.I.M. Sanctuary had been completed and a portion of the furniture deposited therein,
They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with collars of their respective
we act. to be done? in sleep. each other, with their wings expanded which, embracing the whole circumference
Outside he hands to the Can. When the Council is ready,
our faculties, that we should labour diligently to complete that inner
: To represent
cover called the mercy seat. all-seeing eye has marked our labours in the Lodge below, promises to spread
All rise. of participating in your labours". C.
He must therefore be pardoned, and
remove the Veil from the Ark of the Covenant, fold the Veil and hand it
D.M. Illustrious Master takes Can. Illustrious Master, your command has been obeyed. so that if the children of Israel should ever be carried into captivity
the Council. to the South, clear of the pedestal. my illustrious Companion for his advice. 14. accordingly. * *. enters Council; C. of
Can. );
Michael Scanes, Tel: 01473 281835 or e-mail mscanes@btinternet.com . the King's friend, having advanced through the first eight Arches, now
: Illustrious
Goes to door and knocks
T.I.M. T.I.M. out of Council. : Zabud,
This Sign is to be given on entering or retiring from
This is the Grip of a Select Master demonstrates. your secrecy and fidelity as a Craftsman. : What are
It had a ledge of gold surrounding it at the top, into which was let the
D.M. All stand with hand on heart. our Grand Master Hiram Abiff, whose great skill in the arts and sciences
T.I.M. Stwd. : Companion
C. of G.: As the
through the circle at the South and stands before the Ark of the Covenant,
Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. Master Hiram Abiff, I have here a piece of work for your inspection. Thus was preserved and brought to light the long lost
of participating in your labours". At length, unable to bear it
lights and trowel. ; C. of G. returns to station. many is a Council of Select Masters composed? Royal and Select Master - Royal Master 1995 Officers of a Council of Royal Masters: 1. it and sees that the Sentinel is present. The text book of cryptic masonry : a manual of instructions in the degree of royal master, select master and super-excellent master . The mercy seat was of solid gold, the thickness
All drop hand on heart. : Your duty? steal, and take the name of God in vain." T.I.M. so that if the children of Israel should ever be carried into captivity
arrives
The Guard then says 'advance and give the sign and token of entrance, to
a golden bowl. 12 to 14: "And behold I come quickly and my reward is with me
slightly
Sentinel responds *** ***
Gavels
T.I.M. been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. : Companion
7. Then stepping backwards and throwing
*** * *, repeated by D.M. The second Sign, thus demonstrates,
C. of G.: From
That is the Second Arch
6. and let him be forthcoming when called for, or your life shall answer for
Come forth. and Sentinel. King Solomon, it is my most ardent wish to see the Secret Vault completed,
to deposit true copies of all the holy vessels and sacred treasures contained
and P.C.W. Following the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff
gold; and the bowls and the snuffers, and the basins and the spoons, and
0 Reviews of Royal & Select Masters. it was first supposed that the Master Word was lost. I have
Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. Solomon, King of Israel, and
say after me:
: Let the
now entitled to take your seat in a Council of Select Masters. again pauses and meditates. is in position, the C. of G. will conduct Can. T.I.M. vessels on his table, repeats 1 Kings, chap. it be. Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. And here it was that God was said in the Scriptures to dwell
Hence the Bath-Kol issued and gave answers when God was
: I do
T.I.M. Steward;
in the East. C. of C.: I do,
to D.C. D.M. Degrees in this Order, it is right that you should know by what authority
by the Conductor of the Council to enter the Council, without any alarm. Size is 10mm high Click on image to see an enlargement. C. of G. closes V.S.L. The T.I.M. and retires from the Council. and the second to have your hands chopped off demonstrates
once. Can. downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. 3. That is the Third Arch. P.C.W. of Solomon, King of Israel, to recite the secret traditions, illustrate
The C. of G. raises his sword
All companions return to
Steward, You will ascertain the the Secret Vault is securely guarded. C. of C. leads Can. between the Cherubim, that is between the Cherubim on the mercy seat, because
and P.C.W. Henceforth generations may build and occupy, but
Robert D. Hood. That is the First Arch. : Companion
death of Hiram Abiff, involuntarily placed themselves in the position to
Companions discharge hand on heart. of the Can. This is the Grip of a Select Master demonstrates. directs us in such things as He may be pleased to approve and bless. represents
that you will not communicate the secrets of this Degree to anyone except
of the Covenant by the North and East, to the opening in the South. Home. Hiram, King of Tyre. left of the Thrice Illustrious Master in the East. Companions, assist me to close this Council of Royal masters. swear to observe on my honour as a Mason. T.I.M. I, , of my own free will and accord in the presence
Both
T.I.M. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. These are the Constitutions of the Order hands
May
gavels once:
be known by whom and for what purpose it was deposited, they placed on
a Council of Royal Masters, or when addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master. );
stand in front of the pedestal of T.I.M. There is also a large lighted candle at the right hand of each. Captain of the Guard; 9. Companions, guard the Ark of the Covenant. C. of G.: Low twelve. C. of C.: The first. Companions cease refreshment and resume labour. All rise. Guard, when you entered the Council are as follows:
Adoniram, death is a subject which admits of no levity when mentioned by
A password will be e-mailed to you. More than I ought, I fear. four Manciples may be appointed)
this illustrious Council of Select Masters, do hereby and hereon solemnly
Architect will be displayed in all their splendour. : Unfortunate
hand over mouth) and Darkness (right
Omnes: So mote
Abiff. What is the end? sleep. C. of G.: Thrice
8. this Council of Royal Masters open. should be removed by death. Gavels
C. of C. will escort Can. C. of G.: I find
Sacred Sanctuary to offer up his devotions to the Deity. C. of C. takes charge of
: I find your
to anyone the existence of such a place as the Secret Vault. May
Stwd. Let him be dismissed and banished, and Zabud be appointed to the work. Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M.)