The unfinished Sanctum Sanctorum, or Holy of Holies, of King Solomon's Temple. To place the fact of Hiram's being alive at the finishing the Temple beyond all doubt, it is said (2 Chron. 6, p. WM: They now separate about the Lodge, saying to each other: "This is very unjust of the King. You are now bound by duty, honor, and gratitude, to be faithful to your trust; to support the dignity of your character on every occasion; and to enforce, by precept and example, obedience to the tenets of the Order. Conductor--From the real grip of a Fellow Craft to the pass grip of a Master Mason. generally the W. M. in the east. First Craftsman--Hallo, friend! The three that pursued a westerly course, coming down near the port of Joppa, met with a seafaring man, of whom they made inquiry, if he had seen any strangers pass that way; he informed them that he had, three, who, from their appearance, were work-men from the Temple, seeking a passage into Ethiopia, but not having King Solomon's pass, were not allowed to obtain one, and had returned back into the country. W. M.--Brethren, together on the signs. The following is the representation of the Master giving candidate the grand Masonic word, or at least this is a substitute, for, ac-cording to Masonic tradition, the right one was lost at the death of Hiram Abiff. If so he will approach the East. EAST LIVERPOOL The East Liverpool Masonic Temple (lodge), 422 Broadway St., held a ribbon-cutting and public open house on Saturday. A. You have this evening represented one of the greatest men, and perhaps the greatest Mason, the world ever knew, viz., our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, who was slain just before the completion of King Solomon's Temple. that my throat had been cut across, my tongue torn out by its roots, and buried in the rough sands of the sea, at low-water mark, where the tide ebbs and flows twice in twenty-four hours, ere I had been accessory to the death of so good a man as our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff. two "This report of the committee was accepted and adopted by the Grand Lodge, and Brother Barney, provided with the recommendation thus obtained, visited many of the Lodges of the State, and imparted to them a knowledge of these lectures. That Tubal Cain gave first occasion to the name and worship of Vulcan been very probably conceived, both from the very great affinity of the names, and that Tubal Cain is expressly mentioned to be an instructor of every artificer in brass and iron; and as near relation as Apollo had to Vulcan, Jubal had to Tubal Cain, who was the inventor of music, or the father of all such as handle the harp and organ, which the Greeks attribute to Apollo.--Historical Landmarks, vol. A. refreshment, superintend them during the hours, thereof, Solomon Masonic Lodge #484. (Secretary reads the minutes, &c., &c.). - Have all the Brethren signed the Tyler's attendance book? Brother, be ever mindful of that great change, when we shall be called from labors on earth to that everlasting refreshment in the paradise of God. How many constitute a Fellow Crafts' Lodge? J. G. W.--Most Worshipful King Solomon, there are at the gate twelve Fellow Crafts, who wish to be admitted: they say they come with important tidings. K. S.--Jubela, you stand charged as accessory to the death of our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff. To carry orders from the Worshipful Master in, the WM: what is your duties brother Junior Deacon? Yet, O Lord! about the Lodge as he may direct; welcome left to right: S. D., or Conductor. A. This is not, however, practised in city Lodges. from the Senior Warden to the Junior, Deacon. G. OPENING THE LODGE WM: Officers, take your respective stations and places; Brethren, be clothed. At this command the Secretary passes out of the Lodge, accompanied by ten or fifteen of the brethren, into the ante-room, leaving the door open, so that the candidate can hear the rolls called. Shield and defend us from the evil intentions of our enemies, and support us under the trials and afflictions we are destined to endure, while travelling through this vale of tears. K. S. (to the S. W.)--My worthy brother of Tyre, I shall endeavor (with your assistance) to raise the body by the strong grip, or lion's paw, of the tribe of Judah. Q. John, do hereby and hereon most solemnly and sincerely promise and swear, that I will always hail, ever conceal, and never reveal any of the secrets, arts, parts, point or points, of the Master Masons' Degree, to any person or persons whomsoever, except it be to a true and lawful brother of this Degree, or in a regularly constituted Lodge of Master Masons, nor unto him, or them, until by strict trial, due examination, or lawful information, I shall have found him, or them, as lawfully entitled to the same as I am myself. "Brother Gabe, seven constitute a Lodge of Entered Apprentices--one Master Mason, and six Entered Apprentices. On entering the second time, you were received on the angle of the square, which was also explained to you. The Junior Deacon then carries them to the, East and clothe visiting Brethren, attend the, alarms --Brother this is an unusual way of asking for them. When the candidate is prepared, the Deacon takes him by the left arm, leads him up to the door of the Lodge, and gives three loud, distinct knocks. The Secretary commences to call off a lot of Bible names, to which each brother responds "Here!" Jubelum!! The Junior Deacon now passes the candidate over to the Senior. that my throat had been cut across," &c., &c.; the second was the voice of Jubelo, exclaiming, "Oh! W. M.--Brother Senior Warden, do you know of any thing further before this Lodge of Masons previous to closing? Jubela, Jubelo, it was I, that struck him harder than you both: it was I that gave him the fatal blow; it was I that killed him.". that having due notice thereof, they may, SW: (1 Kings vii. Herod, and Pilate. JD: with sacred and brotherly love also by a Brother. Your virtue, honor, and reputation are concerned in supporting with dignity the character you now bear. "The pillar of Wisdom represents Solomon, King of Israel, whose wisdom contrived the mighty fabric; the pillar of Strength, Hiram, king of Tyre, who strengthened Solomon in his grand undertaking; the pillar of Beauty, Hiram Abiff, the widow's son, whose cunning craft and curious workmanship beautified and adorned the Temple. J. W. (Jubela, First Ruffian.) 2, Ceremonies of Opening and Closing Grand Lodge & Provincial Grand Lodge and Form of Installation of W.M. and signing your name to the constitution and by-laws--which will then make you a member of this Lodge. Hand to back--that you will ever be ready to stretch forth your hand to assist and save a fallen brother; and that you will vindicate his character behind his back, as well as before his face. At first, I did not doubt your veracity; but now I do! Again, the Master, one. He informed them that he had seen three, who, from their appearance, were workmen from the Temple, seeking a passage into Ethiopia; but, not having King Solomon's pass, were unable to obtain one, and had returned back into the country. The other example of such a covenant is in Genesis xv.--Historical Landmarks, vol. Talk not to me of time or place, but give me the secrets of a Master Mason, or I will take your life! Here the Warden opens the ante-room door, and says: "Come in, you twelve Fellow Crafts;" when all those that were left out by the Secretary come into the Lodge, stamping and scuffling along, especially if only a few of them, to impress upon the candidate's mind the idea that there are more. --You will arise, and salute the Junior and Senior Wardens as an obligated Master Mason. What I purpose, that I perform. grand Masonic word on the five points of fellowship. --Nothing, Worshipful. at the same time pulling up the evergreen--or acacia, as it is styled--at the head of the grave. Junior Warden, one. Let no motive, there-fore, make you swerve from your duty, violate your vows, or betray your trust; but be true and faithful, and imitate the example of that celebrated artist whom you this evening represent. This ends the third, or Master Masons' Degree. Be diligent, prudent, temperate, discreet. After being taught to wear your apron as a Master Mason, how were you then disposed of? I will suffer you to pass on to the Senior Warden's station in the west, for his examination. : (o) Brethren, I'm about open a Lodge of Master Masons for the dispatching of business and thank you for your attention and assistance. One of the brothers now takes off the jewel from the candidate's neck, and all repair to the Master's seat in the east, and report: Answer--A westerly course, where our weary brother sat down to rest and refresh himself. Grand Master 2022-2023. 17.) King Solomon, fearing some accident had befallen him, ordered the several rolls of the workmen to be called; and, after roll-call, it was found that three Craftsmen were missing, namely, Jubela, Jubelo, and Jubelum, who, from the similarity of their names, were supposed to be brothers, and men from Tyre. We therefore now appear before your Majesty, clothed with white gloves and aprons, in token of our innocence, and, acknowledging our premeditated guilt, we humbly implore your pardon." The Senior Deacon steps to the Master, and whispers in his ear, "Tubal Cain.". (Gives candidate a sudden shake.). What induced you to become a Master Mason? Captain--I should be glad of your company. 146:1 "In the performance of a ceremony so solemn and momentous as the closing of a Mason's Lodge, every member has a lively interest. JD: (before the senior warden stand) Br: SW, SW: I'm satisfied all persons are qualified to sit in a lodge of Master Mason, WM: As further evidence that all persons are Master Masons receive the password from the Senior and junior deacon. of Master Masons, assembled in a place, representing name we have assembled, and in Thy name. Another says: "What course shall we pursue? ", Master (as K. S.) makes the "grand hailing sign of distress" (see Fig. In one account, the brethren disperse widely, east, west, and south; in another, they keep within hail of each other.--Historical Landmarks, vol. At this time Brother Barney wrote a portion of them in cipher. A sufficient number of the brethren now take up the body (yet rolled up in the canvas), and, raising it on their shoulders, proceed to carry it around the Lodge, head foremost, three times, in representation of ascending a hill, the last time halting in the west end of the Lodge, nearly in front of the Senior Warden's station, and a little to the right. J. D.--By a brother of this Degree within the outer door. 107:1 Professor Stuart, of Andover, one of the most skilful linguists and earned men in the United States, has endeavored to show that the legend of the Third Degree is an imposture, "since the names of the criminals are formed from the Latin language, and not from the Hebrew, to which they have no affinity whatever." that my body had been severed in two, my bowels taken from thence and burned to ashes, the ashes scattered to the four winds of heaven, that no more remembrance might be had of so vile and wicked a wretch as I. Ah! Answer--Most Worshipful King Solomon, we are but Fellow Crafts; we therefore know nothing about the Master's word or the Master's Degree. Her tomb was in the rubbish and filth cast forth from the Temple, and acacia waved its branches over her monument. Hold up your heads, and hear your sentence. MASTER GIVING THE GRAND MASONIC WORD ON THE FIVE POINTS OF FELLOWSHIP. The closing, in many jurisdictions, includes a closing charge, and the closing becomes a part of that initiation, of the circumambulation, the hoodwink, the lecture, and the EA charge. Brethren, it is the order of the Worshipful Master, communicated Solomon Lodge is an active lodge with most of our officers being less than 50 years of age. conceal it so that the place may be known should occasion hereafter require. 'The five points of fellowship are--foot to foot, knee to knee, breast to breast, hand to back, and cheek to cheek, or mouth to ear. K. S. (making grand hailing sign of distress.) The avenues to the Lodge are carefully inspected by the meridian officer, whose knowledge and fidelity have entitled him to the confidence of the brethren, and, after he had publicly proclaimed the security of the Lodge, the business of closing proceeds. "All this I most solemnly, sincerely promise and swear, with a firm and steady resolution to perform the same, without any hesitation, mental reservation, or secret evasion of mind what-ever, binding myself, under no less penalty than that of having my body severed in two,1 my bowels taken from thence and burned to ashes, the ashes scattered before the four winds of heaven, that no more remembrance might be had of so vile and wicked a wretch as I would be, should I ever, knowingly, violate this my Master Mason's obligation. Both points of the compasses are elevated above the square, which is to teach you never to lose sight of those truly Masonic virtues, which are friendship, morality, and brotherly love. But we must look a little closer into the manner of making a covenant, in order to discover the connection of the different penalties as references to one entire ceremony. The Pot of Incense, the Beehive. "I furthermore promise and swear, that I will stand to and abide by all laws, rules, and regulations of the Master Masons' Degree, and of the Lodge of which I may hereafter become a member, as far as the same shall come to my knowledge; and that I will ever maintain and support the constitution, laws, and edicts of the Grand Lodge under which the same shall be holden. The pillar of Wisdom represented Solomon, king of Israel, whose wisdom contrived the mighty fabric; the pillar of strength, Hiram, king of Tyre, who strengthened Solomon in his grand undertaking; the pillar of Beauty, Hiram Abiff, the widow's son, whose cunning craft and curious workmanship beautified and adorned the Temple. In the United States they say that the first attack was made at the south door, the second at the west door, and finally at the east. As the Master makes this sign, he says: "O Lord my God, I fear the Master's word is forever lost!". Our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, who was slain just before the completion of King Solomon's Temple. Q. FIG. Accordingly our traditions furnish in stances, both among the Apprentices and Craftsmen, of treachery--violation of sacred pledges--and the commission of actual crime. same to the Worshipful Master; also to see. 5, 6, pp. Conductor--From the "real grip" of a Fellow Craft to the pass grip of a Master Mason. The Senior Warden is in charge of the Lodge when it is at labor. and have not obtained that which we have sought: this is no time for vain reflection--the question is, what shall we do with the body? The Worshipful Master and Senior Warden should be able to open and close in all four lodges. You say they turned back into the country? S. D.--Has he made suitable proficiency in the preceding degrees? Amen.". Candidate. This is the first time this has been done . He can study in greater depth the philosophy that underlies our ceremonies and aspire to . W. M.--You will attend to the alarm, and ascertain the cause. SW: Brother Junior Deacon. to me through the Senior Warden. 112.) Thus we find that "Hiram made an end of doing all the work that he made King Solomon for the house of the Lord." According to the Jewish law, no interments were permitted within the walls of the city, and as it was unlawful for the cohens or priests to pass over a grave, it became necessary to place marks wherever a dead body had been interred, to enable them to avoid it. A concise sketch of Brother Barney, the author of the three lectures introduced in. B.? 6, p. 18), and says: S. D.--Brother Gabe, who has been regularly initiated Entered Apprentice, passed to the Degree of Fellow Craft, and now wishes to receive further light in Masonry, by being raised to the sublime Degree of a Master Mason.

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