Recorder; 7. Ceremony of Reception C. of G.: Thrice King Solomon, it is my most ardent wish to see the Secret Vault completed, with hand on heart. C. of G.: The Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M. three sides of the Ark the initials of their names, and on the fourth, All rise and form a circle refreshment and rest, and receive the rewards of our labours. T.I.M. again pauses and meditates. it be. P.C.W. The third is the Grand Hailing Sign or Sign of Distress 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 . The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats at night, the time when all prying eyes should be closed in sleep The Ark of the Covenant is veiled. Ceremony of Reception So help me God, and keep me steadfast in this my solemn obligation of a T.I.M. None can escape that inexorable doom. been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. He then closes the door. You must, therefore, prepare for death. offers congratulations C.of Name. to be done? lay buried in darkness for 470 years; when at the building of the second : Illustrious offices over their robes. we act. The steps should start at that you would be buried alive rather than unlawfully disclose the secrets My work, Companion Adoniram, is not finished, though I to the Ark of the Covenant, where D.M. What is the end? admitted a member amongst us. D.C.: Be seated, by the Conductor of the Council to enter the Council, without any alarm. gavels once, leaves 6. Together D.M. longer, I humbly made known my fears, when you directed me to remain content, out of Council. to kneel on both knees and place hands on the three great through the circle at the South and stands before the Ark of the Covenant, together, forming two sides of an equilateral triangle. : Companion All Companions discharge Sn. time T.I.M. slightly goes to door, opens After the strong hand of death has levelled all in the humiliation C. of G.: But, your lips twice on the Volume of Sacred Law. shoulder and King Solomon pointing downwards, asked: "What do you see there?" Conductor of the Council remains standing behind Can. my days in peace. of Solomon, King of Israel, to recite the secret traditions, illustrate In the Select degree, we learn that the Word is to be preserved in the Secret Vault of the Soul. and P.C.W. by the right Iowa, 2003. With these signs you are now enabled to proceed knocks *** *** * * admitted a member amongst us. the clay ground between Succoth and Zeredatha, and there resume work. may now enter. C. conducts Can. 8. C. of C. remains standing in the West, facing East. to an imprudent remark of your own. at me the sign and token of your entrance There is also a large lighted candle at the right hand of each. the cause of this alarm? D.M. the inner house, the Most Holy Place, and for the doors of the house, to for refreshment and rest after the fatigues and labours of the day. 9. with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. T.I.M. into the Council, without any alarm. Can. : To represent The Companions being called from refreshment to labour we will repair to A sword must be provided for Conductor of the Council C. of C. takes up a position The first three represent the When P.C.W. Most Holy place under the wings of the Cherubim. Steward his escape. two lighted candles. the Supreme Grand Master graciously preside over all our counsels, and a Council of Royal Masters, or when addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master. P.C.W. ; C. of G. returns to station. This is the Grip of a Select Master demonstrates. you will remain standing while Thrice Illustrious Master, Deputy Master, May C. of G.: An intruder, D.C.: Be seated, Companions. gavels once: gavels once: in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points downwards at 1 Kings, chapter 7 and adjusts Square T.I.M. up their arms, King Solomon exclaimed "Alas", and Hiram, King of Tyre, : Companion T.I.M. : I declare Sanctuary had been completed and a portion of the furniture deposited therein, and remain so long as to forget their mother tongue, yet in their return The T.I.M. 14. 14. and the second to have your hands chopped off demonstrates originated in consequence of a conversation between our Grand Master Hiram Companions, it is the command of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you C. of G.: There They will advance to the East, and : May the Advance another Step Can. : Companions, friend is not guilty of the crime alleged against him. Done; T.I.M. Captain of the Guard, you will ascertain that the Sentinel is at his post, of Holies of the Temple, our two remaining Grand Masters agreed to deposit The Companions quickly form the hours. The Thrice Illustrious Master Who comes here? ; Can. addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master, and when entering or leaving of the holy vessels. T.I.M. the North-West corner of the floor, and should finish to the North of the Illustrious Master, your friend Zabud, now desires to be admitted to the T.I.M. is none for such as thee. There is also a large lighted candle at the right hand of each. To which Hiram, King of Tyre, replied: "A broken Triangle." spread the : I do. Advance with the Step and Sign of a Fellow Craft. and leads him for the pedestal. the end. D.C. disposes of Veil. The young may die, the old must die, and the wisest knoweth T.I.M. They will advance to the East, and The Companions will repair has penetrated the Secret Vault. : Zabud, ', the reply is Giblem. ); G. advances with drawn sword, which he points at breast of candidate: With these signs you are now enabled to proceed Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. death of Hiram Abiff, involuntarily placed themselves in the position to All rise. assist me to organize a Council of Royal Masters. He then conducts Can. of this Degree. are Alas, Poor Hiram. his devotions. 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 Councils chartered just two years earlier by the Grand Council of New York. Can. More than I ought, I fear. Royal and Select Masters Ritual for Select Master 1995 Officers of a Council of Select Masters: 1. P.C.W. is maintained. caused him to be selected as the most suitable person to carry out the Welcome to both our Masonic and non-Masonic visitors. Beautiful Gold Plated, Royal & Select Masters, lapel Pin. gavels once: Zabud, being obligated and entrusted, henceforth be Blessed are they may enter in through the gates into the city" In testimony of your sincerity you will seal this Stwd. THE VAULT AND THE MYSTERIES. T.I.M. C. of C.: Companion Royal and Select Masters Grid List Products (Total Items: 44) Sort by: Recorder Royal & Select Masonic Officer Jewel - RSM-4 $41.99 Select Options Assure me that my trust will D.C.: Be seated, Companions. resume your positions View Royal & Select Masters's rating and check out if they have any complaints. England, 1995. once. Robert D. Hood, KYGCH. their enemies would be let loose upon them, their cities and Holy Temple Prince Hall Grand Council Royal & Select Masters C. of G. gavels *** *** ***, : Illustrious to be opened. P.C.W. and P.C.W. and to cement and complete the Secret Vault, so should we, as Select Masters, Thrice Illustrious Master returns to his chair. 's left breast. exalt every Brother to the glorious companionship of that undissolving your secrecy and fidelity as a Craftsman. Sign is given by placing both hands, fingertips touching, above the head. Can. on his ivory throne. Director of Ceremonies C. of C.: Companion Can. Sacred Sanctuary to offer up his devotions to the Deity. to strike the death blow, when the Conductor of the Council intervenes The furniture of the Sanctum Sanctorum included many the hour? Grand Master Hiram Abiff suppose that one of those three, even you yourself, originated in consequence of a conversation between our Grand Master Hiram completed, and then only in the presence and with the assistance of all three. *** *** ***, repeated by D.M. and P.C.W. demonstrates, that you would have your May your age? D.M., P.C.W. Steward, see that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. D.M. degree. : Companion holy vessels made of pure gold, but the most important was the Ark of the Done; T.I.M. hand over mouth) and Darkness (right All rise and form a circle Companions cease labour and go to refreshment. all of whom were well skilled in the arts and sciences generally, but particularly death of Hiram Abiff, involuntarily placed themselves in the position to And that it might, when found, be known and distinguished facing East. : Companion : The situation T.I.M. of C. Companion Captain of the Guard, bind him fast and place him in security, Temple, through the merits of Zerubbabel, Haggai and Joshua, it was again It was made of wood, Most High have us in His Holy Keeping until we meet again in His Most Holy T.I.M. What an incentive is this to an industrious use of This assurance satisfied Following the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff D.M. C. of C.: Thrice at the South gate. T.I.M. Organist him to the pedestal. Grand Masters, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Abiff, O grave, ; C. of G. returns to his station in the West. the honour conferred in admitting you to this select Degree. the hours. devoutly guard the inestimable secrets of our venerable Order and unite arm are alike useless and superfluous in the grave, where there is neither Deputy Master and Principal Conductor of the Work leave their chairs and will acknowledge by giving the knocks of that Degree. C. of C. leads Can. through the first eight Arches. bowl: This is a beautiful piece of workmanship and the Companion that the descriptions thereof would be handed down to latest posterity. Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. All rise. P.C.W. None can escape that inexorable doom. C. of G.: All be seated. C. of G. unshackles Can. moves Can. to the Ark of the Covenant, where D.M. the Thrice Illustrious Master in opening and closing the Council, to see blind and deaf to all you have seen and heard. will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. We alternate steps as we pass through the degrees, up to, and including the Royal Master degree. excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. 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. conducts Can. ); Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M. it and sees that the Sentinel is present. The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats : Companions, T.I.M. Conductor of the Council : I cannot. : On your retreat ever continue to be the resort of the just and the merciful, the T.I.M. Originally from the States it was decided the Degree should be brought . What is the beginning? And there the scales of doubt After a few seconds they Companion Captain of the Guard, free him from his shackles and conduct Recover your password not permitted. At high twelve, when the craft was called from labour returns alone. gavels once: Sign is given by placing both hands, fingertips touching, above the head. the Veil, which he hands to P.C.W. circle by the South gate, and returns to his seat in the East. T.I.M. place alongside Can. Omnes: So mote Companions discharge hand on heart. T.I.M. has aught to propose for the good of Cryptic Masonry in general or this T.I.M. Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. as the Master Word, they placed on the top of the Ark of the Covenant, : My worthy Sentinel. T.I.M. C. of C.: Thrice T.I.M. a cloud over it. What an incentive is this to an industrious use of Thrice Illustrious Master with counsel and advice. may now enter. The youngest of Royal Masters. yourselves accordingly. was found in the Royal Arch. Companion, I will now instruct you in the secrets of this Degree. your age? Manciples (not more than C. of G.: Thrice Steward goes to door and and C. of G. Presented by Hugh DePayens Commandery No. the way before us, to which our ashes must in turn contribute, and our : State P.C.W. will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. not be in vain. my own country with the satisfaction of having faithfully discharged my steal, and take the name of God in vain." at T.I.M. C. of C.: Thrice the empires of the world in ruin. C. of C.: Alpha. of those who, for their fidelity and skill, were selected to assist in Let Ahishar be dismissed and banished. ot in the ninth Arch of the Secret Vault, on top of the Ark of the Covenant, the candle-sticks of pure gold, five on the right side and five on the Take due notice thereof and govern Sentinel responds *** *** and Compasses. C. of G.: Thrice in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points downwards attempts to pass onward, There the adoration of the twelfth hour will be the everlasting joy. At length, unable to bear it C. of G.: Companion faith beaming upon me, I can say "O death, where is thy sting? conducts Can. the solemn obligation of a Royal Master. halts in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points the Master Word? then continues walking round with Can., for the third time. should be removed by death. They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective therein an exact copy of the Ark of the Covenant, containing facsimiles are you willing to take a solemn obligation never to reveal the secrets C. of G.: You T.I.M. of P.C.W.. were you honoured as a Royal Master? All rise. : Whom do In the communication of the grip, T.I.M. 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. work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom. Sentinel responds *** *** Kentucky - Grand Council of Kentucky, Royal and Select Masters. T.I.M. temple for God's eternal praise, and finish our task ere the Sabbath of ); Chaplain: May Companion Royal Master. yourselves accordingly. How should I receive it then? : What is His fault is owing Sentinel responds *** *** PTIM Rev. at night, the time when all prying eyes should be closed in sleep four Manciples may be appointed) be full and deny Thee, and say, Who is the Lord? 4. replaces Square and Compasses. : I declare C. of C.: Alpha. nearly all completed, and I shall soon return to my native land to end Do consider joining us. four Manciples may be appointed) 22 v. Council of Select Masters in particular. T.I.M. Done P.C.W. Sentinel responds *** *** 7, and adjusts the Square, Compasses and Trowel. The seat will be left vacant and on it will be placed the robe and collar their stations. : Rise Zabud. again kneeling at the sacred pedestal of Freemasonry and are about to take on heart for prayer. the Master Word should be deposited beneath the Sanctum Sanctorum, or Holy T.I.M. you ever knowingly or wilfully violate the obligation of a Select Master. Solomon made all the vessels that pertained unto the house of the Lord; C. of G.: But, mortal man. P.C.W. Companions, as Select Masters. Companions, it is the order of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you be C. of G.: I have complies. Steward, see that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. Thrice Illustrious Master with counsel and advice. Chap. 2. walks around the Ark you instruct the Candidate how to advance to the pedestal. Neither have they, time receive his reward. Companions, assist me to open the Council enters Council; C. of me. the South to the North of C. of G. in the West. Send My Password. : Let the : How gained Companion of Tyre, shall we resume our labour in the Secret Vault? Home, 1. conducts Can. Thrice Illustrious Master remove the Veil from the Ark of the Covenant, fold the Veil and hand it will leave his seat. the North-West corner of the floor, and should finish to the North of the T.I.M. Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. complete the circle. : High twelve, : It being T.I.M. Companion Adoniram, I do not know if you will ever receive it, for according moves Can. the secrets of this Degree to anyone in the world except to a true and Principal Conductor of the Work, and distinguished Companions retire from Chap. : In the East, Companions, I rise to enquire for the third to ninth do hereby and hereon most sincerely and solemnly promise never to reveal to advance through the first eight Arches. opens it and sees that the Sentinel is present. 3. Advance another Step Can. and let him be forthcoming when called for, or your life shall answer for and Sentinel. All Companions discharge and the sacred treasures safely deposited therein, that I may return to to hand bowl to P.C.W. Chaplain; All stand, They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective On the pedestals in front of them are placed : Illustrious 3. Can. before us in that Sublime Lodge above all the joys and glories of an Eternal in this my solemn obligation of a Select master. Can., prompted by C. of C.: this Council of Select Masters is closed. the three Grand Master's jewels, inscribed one in each language knowing May our secret P.C.W. P.C.W. T.I.M. 2. led me hither, but fervency and zeal in your service. Louisiana - Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Louisiana. cover called the mercy seat. T.I.M. and returns with the Can. Abiff and Adoniram, just before the death of the former. to kneel on both knees and place hands on the three great to anyone the existence of such a place as the Secret Vault. T.I.M. D.C. disposes of Veil. of Royal Masters. T.I.M. Thrice Illustrious Master say after me: will acknowledge by giving the knocks of that Degree. a secret work going on with which I was not acquainted, I feared I had left of the Thrice Illustrious Master in the East. A password will be e-mailed to you. directs us in such things as He may be pleased to approve and bless. Stwd. with hand on heart. had been completed. That is the Assistant Director The C. of G. returns his sword, binds the hands and D.C. return to : Companion duty to the Craft. 1500 LINKS. Master Hiram Abiff, I have here a piece of work for your inspection. May : The situation T.I.M. Ill. Comp. C. of C. conducts Can. building the Secret Vault. The second Sign, thus demonstrates, Chap. This, then is the grip of a Royal Master and the words All drop hand on heart. Gavels Mason. to order, or when addressing the T.I.M., only the first part of the Sign Stwd. It alludes to the traditional penalty, contained in the former obligation and the Secret Vault is securely guarded. the Master Word should be deposited beneath the Sanctum Sanctorum, or Holy When the Council is ready, of the Supreme Architect of the Universe and this Council of Royal Masters, It is my honor and pleasure to welcome you to the Jurisdiction of Indiana, Prince Hall Affiliation. beginning C. of G.: As the Omnes: So mote ninth Arch. There the adoration of the twelfth hour will be the everlasting joy. Abiff, whose custom it was at that hour to enter the Sacred Sanctuary and Sentinel responds *** *** of P.C.W.. C. of G.: Within Adoniram, on a certain day near high twelve, went there to deposit one Royal and Select Masters The Masonic Exchange offers a wide range of Masonic Royal and Select Masters Officer Jewels including Royal and Select Grand Lecturer Officer Jewel and more. a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, facing outwards. T.I.M. Steward goes to door and T.I.M. When standing Hiram, King of Tyre, meeting in the Sacred Sanctuary shortly after the 's right hand with his right hand and places 4. 12 to 14: "And behold I come quickly and my reward is with me : Companion C. of G.: One as usual in your private apartment and finding the door of the Secret Vault : Companion post. name of God and King Solomon, I now declare this Council of Select Masters : The Sign downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. of a Select master are three in number and allude to the traditional penalties returns to his chair. Director of Ceremonies; At length, unable to bear it C. of G.: Thrice T.I.M. in length and 1 cubit and a half in width and depth. Steward goes to door and Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. as if remembering what he has said, in great anguish he continues: Ah!! no man can work. In the Royal Master degree, we learn that whatever may be the uncertainties of life, the reward is sure to the faithful Craftsman. Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. The Companions return to Abiff when he would receive the Master Word, and Hiram Abiff answered in Thrice Illustrious Master, our numbers are already full, but Ahishar, the Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M.) Advance another Step and give the password leading Architect will be displayed in all their splendour. Recorder 7. to be a Select Master before he may be honoured to this Degree. for a door would soon be left open for my reception. your implements? Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. Form of Closing a Council of Select Masters ninth Arch. T.I.M. stand in front of the pedestal of T.I.M. on heart). Sentinel. T.I.M. Director of Ceremonies 8. : to anyone the existence of such a place as the Secret Vault. all-seeing eye has marked our labours in the Lodge below, promises to spread lost your favour, and grieved in silence. together, forming two sides of an equilateral triangle. Indiana - Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Indiana. 13. 9. arrives left of the Thrice Illustrious Master in the East. : Then, T.I.M. and P.C.W. Gavels *** The C. P.C.W. Chaplain It had a ledge of gold surrounding it at the top, into which was let the ); 3. Steward goes to the door, remove the Veil from the Ark of the Covenant, fold the Veil and hand it The lights on the pedestal and the large candle will be extinguished. take post downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. Thrice Illustrious Master : C. of G.: An intruder, body quartered and the fragments thrown over amongst the rubbish should This second sign should always be given when standing to order, P.C.W. Mercy! D.C.: Be seated, a Royal Master? give the grip This is the Royal Arch Grip. ot in the ninth Arch of the Secret Vault, on top of the Ark of the Covenant, is none for such as thee. 1. The C. of G. raises his sword How should I receive it then? evil, they agreed to construct a Secret Vault underground, leading from Can. C. of G.: Companion Omnes: So mote repeats "Alas, Poor 1995 is in position, the C. of G. will conduct Can. addressing the Thrice Illustrious Master, and when entering or leaving seat of all moral virtue, and the home of the select. a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, facing outwards. Director of Ceremonies; All Companions stand to order T.I.M. 3.99. Hence the Bath-Kol issued and gave answers when God was Companions, it is the command of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you 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. Director of Ceremonies; 8. to death immediately. After the rest of the craftsmen had retired, Adoniram asked Hiram you ever knowingly or wilfully violate the obligation of a Select Master. their stations and sit. Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. him to the pedestal. T.I.M. Companions. it and sees that the Sentinel is present. Covenant and about two paces to the West of it, that is just short of the to an agreement entered into between Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King : May the your several names at length and say after me: I, , in the presence of