They shuffle about a few moments, when they are called to order by the sound of the gavel from the Master's seat in the east, who inquires in a loud voice as follows: W. M. (now styled King Solomon.) A. Kneeling on both my naked knees, both hands resting on the Holy Bible, square, and compasses; in which due form I took the solemn oath of a Master Mason, which is as follows: (Here give the obligation; but it is never required--being only a matter of form.). the Temple is now about to be completed, and we have not obtained that which we have so long sought. Then, fearing some accident had befallen him, the king ordered the several rolls of the workmen to be called, and there appeared to be three missing, namely: Jubela, Jubelo, and Jubelum, who, from the similarity of their names, were supposed to be brothers and men from Tyre. But is this. Be diligent, prudent, temperate, discreet. "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. 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. The "work" in Minnesota and New York is strongly impregnated with what is called, among Masons, "Morganry"--very similar to the disclosures of Morgan and Richardson--so much so, that many Masters purchase these publications for their instruction in their duties and in the ritual. 100% (50) 100% found this document useful (50 votes) Hiram Abiff (also Hiram Abif or the Widow's son) is the central character of an allegory presented to all candidates during the third degree in Freemasonry . With these lectures he returned to Vermont, and submitted them to the Grand Lodge, at its annual session in October, 1817. Masonry has but little changed, and a knowledge of the alterations which have been made since Morgan's exposure was written is all that is requisite to make a "bright Mason." 143. Her tomb was in the rubbish and filth cast forth from the Temple, and acacia waved its branches over her monument. 3 and p. 17) which is responded to by the Master. On both points of the compasses, extending from my naked left to my right breast, which was to teach me that, as the most vital parts of man are contained within the breast, so the most excellent tenets of our institution are contained between the points of the compasses, which are, friendship, morality, and brotherly love. The three (blows) were given with the three (tools, i.e., gauge, square, and gavel). 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. He was fifty five years young, which is far too young for this sort of thing. They present the jewel to the Master, who, on examination of it, says: "This is the jewel of our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff; there can be no longer any doubt as to the identity of the body.". Then, by the benefit of the pass--a pure and blameless life--with a firm reliance on Divine Providence, shall we gain ready admission into that Celestial Lodge above, where the Supreme Grand Warden forever presides--forever reigns. 116:1 The occasion of the brethren searching so diligently for their Master was, to receive from him the secret word of Masonry, which should be delivered down as a test to the fraternity of after ages.--Historical Land marks, vol. In a way, the Masonic ritual represents the rebirth of man. The Master now steps back about three paces from the altar, and says. W. M.--Your duty there, Brother Secretary? Some Lodges have a small box with a house-plant or dry twig in it, which is set down on the floor near the candidate's head. 7, p. Here are three of the poor fellows with us; we must not go and give them up, to be put to death; rather let us take a northwesterly or a southwesterly course. While they are going out, the Master gives three sounds with his gavel (), and says, in a loud tone of voice: W. M.--Brother Junior Warden, what is the hour? In order that I might travel in foreign countries, work and receive Master's wages, being better enabled to support myself and family, and contribute to the relief of worthy distressed Master Masons, their widows and orphans. Oh! In the centre, where I was caused to kneel, and implore the blessings of Deity. The Worshipful Master, who ordered me to the Senior Warden in the west, who taught me how to wear my apron as a Master Mason. They will be learned in the lodge in which you will be raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason. 142:1 LECTURE.--In the Masters' Degree, the first section illustrates the ancient and proper mode of raising a candidate to this sublime Degree. W. M.--Brother Senior Warden, it is my orders that this Lodge be now closed, and stand closed until our next regular communication (barring emergency), when all, or a suitable number, shall have due and timely notice. further light in Masonry, by being raised to the sublime Degree of a Master Mason. W. M.--Reading of the present communication. Worshipful Master gives one rap with his gavel (). After saluting the Wardens, what did you first discover? 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. There are many 32nd Degree Masons who never get invite. JD: To see that they are duly tyled. Masonic symbolism is that which is used to illustrate the principles which Freemasonry espouses. As the candidate is hurried along toward Jubelum (Worshipful Master), the latter seizes him with both hands by the collar of his coat, and swings him round, so as to place his back toward the east, with his heels a few inches from the edge of the canvas before alluded to. It is done by putting the inside of your right foot to the inside of the right foot of the one to whom you are going to give the word, the inside of your own knee to his, laying your breast close against his, your left hands on each other's back, and each one putting his mouth to the other's right ear. The third degree or Master Mason's Degree of the freemason order is the culmination of the Blue Lodge system. How should a Master Mason wear his apron? that my breast had been torn open." Q. Behold! He has not been seen in or about the Temple. Memory in the lodge. [paragraph continues] Master's carpet is a large map that Lodges generally keep, which is highly embellished with Masonic emblems). CANDIDATE TAKING THE OATH OF A MASTER MASON. What say you, sir, guilty or not guilty? 129:1 THEOREM.--In any right-angled triangle, the square which is described p. 130 upon the side subtending the right angle, is equal to the squares described upon the sides which contain the right angle.--Euclid, Lib. Morgan [1827] (Murdered by . step, due-guard, sign, grip and word of an Entered. The Senior Warden approaches the candidate and ties the apron upon him, with the flap and corners turned down, and says: The conductor now conducts the candidate back to the Worshipful Master in the east. 96:1 Here the conductor or some brother draws his hand across candidate's naked belly: the sword is often used, especially if the initiation takes place in winter, the sword is left in a cold place--and when it is drawn across candidate's belly, it has a very shocking effect, causing the candidate to jump or tremble. SW: All present are Master Masons. pp. After being taught how to wear your apron as a Master Mason, how were you then disposed of? 5, 6, and 7, pages 17 and 18) and ending with the grips. . They have now passed around the Lodge three times, and as. The Master Mason has the right to visit lodges throughout the world. Climbing the ranks to Master Mason takes months or years. A. I was directed to wait with patience until the Worshipful Master should be informed of my request, and his answer returned. It is very true, we have been associated with these three ruffians, but we have not committed any actual crime". 47. J. D. (makes sign.) Conductor (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. Senior Deacon gives three loud knocks (), which are responded to by one () from the parties outside. S. W.--I did not, but found a substitute. East upon the step, under the due-guard and. Our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, who was slain just before the completion of King Solomon's Temple. In some Lodges the following paraphrase of the above is sung; and if the Lodge have an organ, or melodeon, the singers are generally accompanied on the instrument: For balance of this paraphrase, see Freemason's Monitor, or Illustrations of Masonry, by Thomas S. Webb, p. 61. But we are assured, that not only were the plans drawn and the specifications approved, but every other preparation was made for completing the work before the foundations were laid; even the stone and timber were carved, marked, and numbered before they were removed from the quarry and the forest; and, hence nothing was required, when the materials were conveyed to Jerusalem, but skilled labor to make it perfect and complete from foundation to cope-stone. Third Ruffian--Let us secrete ourselves until night and steal a small boat and put to sea. A. W. M.--Brother Senior Warden, have you any alterations or additions to make to the minutes? degree: "Today more than ten thousand men who never progressed beyond the E.A. the portrayal of the removal of everything that keeps us from rising to that state where. Senior Deacon steps forward, and whispers in the Warden's ear, "Tubal Cain.". FELLOW CRAFT AND MASTER MASON DEGREE . In a just and lawfully constituted Lodge of Master Mason. In some Lodges, the brethren on this occasion attire the candidate with a very rich apron and yoke. Memory Work. The three Symbolic Lodge degreesespecially for the Entered Apprentice and the Master Masonwere particularly considered to be individual and deeply personal experiences. As the candidate falls into the canvas the brethren lower it to the floor, when the following dialogue ensues between those who held the canvas and the Master, or the brother acting as the Third Ruffian. Let us go and report. They travelled as before, and after fifteen days of weary travel and hardships, one of the brethren, being more weary than the rest, sat down on the brow of a hill, west of Mount Moriah, to rest and refresh himself, and, on attempting to rise, caught hold. ", All now form in a circle around the body, the Master and. --Brother Junior Grand Warden, what means all this confusion among the workmen? Sec.--Assemble, Craftsmen! The Master gives one rap with his gavel, when all take their seats except the candidate, who remains standing before the Master, by whom he is addressed as follows: W. M.--Brother Gabe, in closing this Degree, I now give you the following. W. M. (two raps, all the officers rise to their feet.) (1 Kings vii. which constitute our authority for affirming that no such event ever happened; for H. A. Masonic Mastor Mason Degree Work - I, , of my own free will and accord, in the presence of almighty God and this worshipful master masons lodge erected to God and dedicated to the memory of the holy Saint's John do hereby and here-on sincerely promise and solemnly swear that I will not reveal the secrets of this degree to a brother of a preceding degree, nor to any person in the world . J. W.--High twelve, Worshipful. ii. All the implements of Masonry indiscriminately, but more especially the trowel. 16 and 17, pages 97 and 120; also see Note L, Appendix. . The Rough Ashlar is the stone taken from the quarry in its rude and natural state The Perfect Ashlar is the stone prepared by the workmen, to be adjusted by the working tools . But few Masons take sufficient interest in Masonry to be advanced further, and consequently do not get the password which was lost by the tragical death of Hiram Abiff. My Brother, a Master Mason advances on his left foot, bringing the heel of his right to the heel of his left, thereby forming the angle of a square. S. D.--At the left hand of the Worshipful Master in the east. time, pushing him backward, brings the candidate's heels against the edge of the canvas, trips him up, and the candidate falls upon his back, caught in the canvas clear of the floor, unharmed, but, in many instances, badly frightened. After taking the obligation, what were you then asked? 1. I was directed to wait with patience until the Master was informed of my request and his answer returned. So help me God, and keep me steadfast in the due performance of the same.". J. W.--The token is right, and the pass is right. Seven years; during which it rained not in the daytime, that the workmen might not be obstructed in their labor. J. W.--By what further right or benefit does he expect to gain admission? Subsequently to 1818, Brother Barney went to the Western and Southwestern States, and, being in delicate health, adopted the profession of Masonic lecturing as a means of subsistence. It is right around 490 words long. As soon as a lodge accepts you, you are an apprentice. The brethren commence, in loud voices to inquire of one another: Have you seen any thing of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff? In the Adonhiramite Masonry, which was used there about 1787, the doors are not mentioned at all.--The Freemason's Treasury, p. 307. Junior Warden, one. The candidate generally gets this from some of the brethren who are well posted in the work. at the same time pulling up the evergreen--or acacia, as it is styled--at the head of the grave. Thus was man formed for social and active life, the noblest part of the work of God; and he that will so demean himself as not to be endeavoring to add to the common stock of knowledge and understanding, may be deemed a drone In the hive of nature, a useless member of society, and unworthy of our protection as Masons. : Mah-Hah-Bone, which is given on the five points of fellowship, and in low breath. The spade, which dug the grave of our Grand Master, may soon dig ours; the setting-maul, which terminated his earthly existence, may be among the casualties which will, sooner or later, terminate ours; the coffin, which received his remains, may soon receive ours; the grave, that abode for the dead, may soon be our grave; the acacia (that evergreen which once marked the temporary resting-place of the illustrious dead), that bloomed and flourished at the head of our Grand Master's grave, and was the cause of its timely discovery, is an emblem of our faith in the immortality of the soul, which never! J. D.--At the right hand of the Worshipful Master in the east. How came he to be assassinated at that hour? A. In the mean time, the canvas is slipped out of the Lodge, and as the Master commences to give or whisper the word in the candidate's ear, some one of the brethren slips off the hoodwink, and this is the first time he has seen light, probably, in an hour. blessed be God, we pause not our feet at the first or second step; but, true to our principles, look forward for greater light. The brethren form around the Secretary like a class at school. Q. This interpretation is borne out in the higher Degrees of sublime Masonry. Scroll all the way to the end for answers to the quiz. However, it becomes "real work" when the verbiage must be actually committed to memory - and vocal chord output. J. W. (offering his hand to candidate.) They now retire from the body, in different directions. One system says fifteen Fellow Crafts went in search; another, twelve; and asserts that the three (murderers) left the sprig of acacia: others affirm that it was the recanters who placed it there as a mark. Complete Master Mason Study Guide. We are all born to die; we follow our friends to the brink of the grave, and, standing on the shore of a vast ocean, we gaze with exquisite anxiety until the last struggle is over, and we see them sink into the fathomless abyss. There was nothing found on or about the body excepting the jewel of his office, by which his body was discovered. One of the brothers, representing one of the three ruffians, in a corner near by, is now heard to exclaim, in a loud, but deep tone of voice: "Oh! 155.). W. M.--Your duty there, Brother Treasurer? Our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, was slain at high twelve. What induced you to become a Master Mason? What! He cannot be found. A late 18th century Freemasonry mnemonic aid. J. 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. (See Fig. Do good unto all. About this time, the twelve Fellow Crafts, who had recanted from their murderous designs, appeared before King Solomon, clothed in white gloves and aprons, in token of their innocence, acknowledging their premeditated guilt, and, kneeling, implored his pardon. It also represents the execution and dying groans of Jubela, the first ruffian, and is repeated twice more to represent the death of the other two ruffians. Our three ancient Grand Masters formed a resolution to reward all worthy Master Masons who should prove themselves worthy, by fidelity, industry, and skill, by communicating the omnific 5 word to them. have you seen any strangers pass this way? Upon which they rushed in, seized, bound, and brought them before King Solomon; who, after due conviction of their guilt, ordered them to be executed according to their several imprecations upon their own heads, uttered from the clefts of the rocks. K. S.--O Lord my God! You have a rough and rugged road to travel, beset with thieves, robbers, and murderers; and should you lose your life in the attempt, it will not be the first instance of the kind, my brother. I would remark here, that in some Lodges the Master does not make the sign of distress first at the body, but only gives the sign of a Master Mason, which is done by drawing the right hand across the body, with the thumb inward. --No, we have no pass; we did not know it was necessary. J. W.--Has he made suitable proficiency in the preceding Degrees? --The Freemason's Treasury, p. 301. pdf, Grand Lodge of Nevada Fellowcraft Ritual in On your return to the Lodge, where were you placed? J. D.--To keep off all cowans and eavesdroppers, and suffer none to pass or repass, except such as are duly qualified and have the Worshipful Master's permission. times Master Mason's wore their aprons with the right corner turned up in the form of a triangle to distinguish them as Master Masons, and as overseers of the work, but in modern times we work in speculative Masonry only and a Master . This is all intended to produce its effect upon the ears of the candidate. 1, King Solomon then ordered them to go and assist in raising the body; and it was agreed between him and Hiram, king of Tyre, that as the Master's word was then lost, the first sigh given at the grave, and the first word spoken after the body should be raised, should be used for the regulation of all Masters'.
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