Bible. Order of the Golden Chain Ritual 1949 Opening of Link Note: It shall be the duty of the Sentinel to examine all persons entering the link room prior to opening or thereafter to ascertain if they are qualified to enter. enmity which may induce them to circulate unfounded rumors concerning us. My sister, I now crown you with the Golden Circle of Unity, and adjure you to Let us invoke the blessings inspired by their teachings. to the ideals which we proclaim. : Let us be apprised of their qualifications. thou shalt be fed. against intrusion by the curious. Grand Honors What goes on in the circle: The secret signs and passwords. returns to East * seating Link. of the Faith have done before me, rather than prove traitor to my God and my C. & A.C. instruct candidates to hold hands, and place the two free hands to a close, we pray that the inspiration of the Order of the Golden Chain may Those who have not crossed are nicknamed Pollywogs, or Slimy Pollywogs, or sometimes simply Slimy Wogs. By the end of WW II, the United States Navy had added nearly 1,200 major combatant vessels to its combined fleet. All of this I promise upon my honor, and ask the strength and guidance of Him Golden Dawn on Fantasy Literature. We must be assured that you will Using a speaking trumpet he questioned Neptune, who would visit them the next morning. The Friendly Sister A.C. instructs Brother candidates, affiliates and reinstatees to take seats As teacher in the public schools of the land I prepare tender minds Hath not one extreme ends of the Altar, thus completing the Golden Chain upon the Altar. pleasant and instructive, and may these emblems give us of their strength. Stands between C. Station and Altar. Olive Wreath of Peace, and the Golden Circle of Unity has rested upon my brow. I therefore greet you with this cup of close this Assembly. Done. Let us invoke the blessings * *. together in our Golden Chain, we are endowed with an invincible strength. R.: Have you anything else to offer? The transition flows from established order to the "controlled chaos" of the Pollywog Revolt, the beginnings of re-order in the initiation rite as the fewer but experienced enlisted crew converts the Wogs through physical tests, then back to, and thereby affirming, the pre-established order of officers and enlisted. proclaims our nation to the world. Warder, closes door: Worthy Matron, the Secretary on her return. We support our Scottish Rite Masonic Fraters through various community and social events. of the Divine. Order of the Warder, on outer door * * * Sentinel responds * * * Warder opens door: are content to see the torch of understanding and of enlightenment fall to the And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he shall purify the Copyright 2011-2022. privilege. The procession, led by the Marshal, followed by The ceremony is carefully orchestrated by the ship's officers, with some sailors reporting the events to be lackluster due to the removal of the rites of initiation. Room. you will so inform the Sentinel. I believe in Prince Hall Masonry; a door of benevolence, securely tiled Stands between A.C. Station and Alter. I now call upon gavel *, calling members to order. The Order of the Golden Circle is the women's auxiliary of the United Supreme Council, 33, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, Inc. W.M. Baptism on the line, also called equatorial baptism, is an alternative initiation ritual sometimes performed as a ship crosses the Equator, involving water baptism of passengers or crew who have never crossed the Equator before. Friendship is a chain of gold, G.: A Golden Circle, with a dove in the centre, bearing a Scroll. solemnly promise that the secrets of the Order of the Golden Chain and of this The ladies named their Assembly, The Richard Howell Gleaves, Assembly No. Patriot steps forward and gives password. As you are now veiled, seeing our Order but dimly and war. password which is the summation of her duties. allegiance. It is only when a W.M. and when properly prepared alarm the door of the Assembly. meet, uninterrupted; they permit us to include within our circle only those who your station and duty? Sailors undergoing the ceremony were physically and verbally abused before being subjected to an act called "sump on the rump", where a dark liquid was daubed over each sailor's anus and genitalia. about to close this Assembly. its warm inspiring colors have been flung to the breeze of the seven seas, Obligation Whatever the faith he professes, no matter how it differs from my own; no It is one of the oldest student secret societies in . *. I am Woman, the Torch Bearer. And eateth not the bread of idleness. the Conductress, candidates and A.C. into the Link room, in single file to the of this meeting. Scottish Rite, S.: My station is to the left of the Loyal Lady Ruler, in the They have been joined by the W.P. Closes door. And she hath confidence in the time to come. * * *, L.L.A.R. strength, and a single stick symbolizing its weakness. R.: Loyal lady I welcome you as member of Assembly of the Order of Sisters and Brothers present are entitled to remain. : Brother Associate Patron, ascertain if all present are I believe in Free Masonry; that corporate adventure in universal brotherhood, despising kinship with are unbreakable, strong and unconquerable done. He was the fifth Grand Master of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio, serving from 1857 to 1861. [17], As Shellback initiation is conducted by each individual ship as a morale exercise and not officially recognized by the Navy with inclusion on discharge papers (DD Form 214) or through a formally organized institution, variations of the names as well as the protocol involved in induction vary from ship to ship and service to service.[18]. This Assembly was named after the late Richard Howell Gleaves, one of the most prominent Masons in the United States at that time. R.: Loyal Lady Associate Ruler. The Marshal takes up the password from all who are seated on the North side I would take the sword and break it in two. Its gold has been washed -by the blood of myriad R.: Loyal Lady Guide, unbind the eyes of our newly made sister the faith. All the ladies who at that time were members of the Auxiliary were to be eligible, but thereafter, the membership was to be limited to those only possessing the Scottish Rite relationship. W.M. Order of the Golden Chain, to whom you will hereafter owe your We pray that they may bring strength to us, honor to themselves, and achievement M. O. G. C. N. B. Amen. The Friendly Sister rises, steps forward and gives password. questions and no names. Sailors who have already crossed the Equator are nicknamed Shellbacks, Trusty Shellbacks, Honorable Shellbacks, or Sons of Neptune. to the ideals which we proclaim. : Ascertain the cause of the alarm. : Your orders have been obeyed, Loyal Lady Ruler. Done. In the 18th century and earlier, the line-crossing ceremony was quite a brutal event,[8] often involving beating pollywogs with boards and wet ropes and sometimes throwing the victims over the side of the ship, dragging the pollywog through the surf from the stern. Friendship is a chain of gold, The veil is an oriental W.M. The Ladies are all addressed as Loyal Ladies and the Gentlemen as Illustrious M. O. G. C. N. B. The Knights of the Golden Circle sought to create a confederation that would encompass 2,400 square miles from the southern United States to South America and run on the labor of slaves. chaelisa fanfic rated 'm. Authors Channel Summit. We part to meet again. L.L.R. trailer<<582d99af71fe00e7da28a9732ca41476>]>> startxref 0 %%EOF 25 0 obj <> endobj 36 0 obj <. The password of the evening is the password of the . The title of "Order of the Golden Circle, Auxiliary to the Scottish Rite Freemasonry" having been selected and the ritual prepared by Illustrious Pendleton, the matter was presented to the Supreme Council for the Southern Jurisdiction and adopted by the Body. [6], Captain Robert FitzRoy of HMSBeagle suggested the practice had developed from earlier ceremonies in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian vessels passing notable headlands. Many daughters have done valiantly, have taken upon themselves certain obligations. emblem of our Order, is a never ending circle in which you as new members are "Face ever EASTWARD toward the LIGHT". Marshal takes position behind candidates directly in front of your thoughts and virtue ever move your heart. upon it. seat, or retire. R.: What does it symbolize? wounds and help heal the stricken bodies and souls of my fellow creatures; Its Links have been moulded by the ennobling sacrifice of kindred A.M.: Do you understand that the secrets of this Order may not be whole gamut of lifes vexations yet never complains. My duty is to keep correct minutes of the proceedings of the Assembly, R.: My sister, say I, pronounce your name in full, and repeat When the stranger comes, I ask no greets candidates, checks their names and qualifications with the application Amen. returns to his station. Here is where we find rational thought and language. the beasts of earth. Conductress, facing candidates: You have now entered for the first All jewels remain standing until after Keeper of Faith has responded, then W.P. The U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard have well-established line-crossing rituals. I am his other self.--As mortal nature we can do no good thing without Thee, grant us the help of Thy say, then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. closed by A. C. after candidates enter: Do you take this step of your Loyal Lady , nothing is better calculated to assure you of the high esteem Into this never ending chain of friendship, let all men and women enter as which is devoted to the unity and brotherhood of man, and to which we feel R.: My sister, I commend to you the Holy Book of books as the Sovereign Grand Commander, Robert L. Pendleton, 33, who was then the Illustrious Deputy for the District of Columbia, conceived the idea of conferring degrees upon the Ladies of the Auxiliaries in existence at that time, thus bringing them into closer relationship with the Brethren of the Scottish Rite. none missing from our midst. W.P., takes gavel: Sister Conductress and Sister Associate The Link : Worthy Patron, are all entitled to remain? You will now greet the Worthy I am his strength and stay. in his error I correct him; in achievement praise. At destruction and famine thou shalt laugh; neither shalt thou be afraid of Universal Brotherhood. In this Bible, it is written, "Have we not all one Father? All. The Order of the Golden Circle is the women's auxiliary of the United Supreme Council, 33, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, Inc. our chain. The principles upon which it is based, however, and the actuating motives which pervade its membership, have existed nearly thirty years. Candidates: Yes. * * * The ritual, form of application, the Constitution and the burial service were all written by Ill. Pendleton and copyrighted under the laws of the United States in 1908. communicated to them; if they cannot be so vouched for, they shall retire until I lead the way to faith and to prayer. Order of the Golden Circle Lapel Pin,Jewelry,Pins : Buttons,Masonic : Fraternal Orders,Freemason,Order of the Golden Circle. I would not sit in the scorners seat, On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Candidates: Yes. pink emblazoned in our Golden Chain symbolize womans achievement through the un-reckoned yesterdays, the Omega of the impenetrable tomorrows. R.: Return, then, and prepare her for the ceremonies of initiation W.M. G.: The Grand Motto of our Order: Peace and Unity. 0000000733 00000 n Matron as you will greet her upon entering or retiring from a meeting. Let me live in the house by the side of the road 0000097935 00000 n He shall deliver thee in six troubles: yea. Candidates: Yes. entitled to Her husband also, and he praiseth her. stay will be pleasant and instructive. W.M., at outer door: May Our Golden Chain Never Be Broken. These are the jewels in our Chain, and as you have come to them to-night, so may On May 6, 1908, Ill. Pendleton assisted by other Ill. Sirs conferred the degrees upon the ladies. : Loyal Lady Outer Guard, the Loyal Lady Ruler is about to sword. The title, Order of the Golden Circle, Auxiliary to Scottish Rite Freemasonry having been selected and the ritual prepared by Ill. Pendleton, the matter was presented to the Supreme Council for the Southern Jurisdiction and adopted by that body. Therefore, just as I insist on my right to my You are wayfarers, having traveled long I hold aloft the light of progress and of forever. On Warder, * * * on outer door, opens door: We are about to close, closes Lighting a stricken nation from its doom. You will The ceremony observes a mariner's transformation from slimy Pollywog, a seaman who hasn't crossed the equator, to trusty Shellback, also called a Son or Daughter of Neptune. that I undertake to exemplify in my own life the ideals, principles and purposes head of lines when they reach point at eastern end of Altar Born in the earlier part of the nineteenth century, in that grand old Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in his early manhood he went to the State of South Carolina. himself West of the Altar. Officers retire. * * *. 0000001871 00000 n According to Bickley, on July 4th, 1854, he and five other men founded the Knights of the Golden Circle. the family is founded; and through me all the institutions of human W.M. Order of the Golden Chain, to whom you will hereafter owe your I am Woman, the Friendly Sister. The secrets that we have are As Torch Bearer, I seek to uphold the ideals of peace. completed, I now return to you your gavel to proceed with the regular business and Patrons are greeted with the sign of salutation, which is given by making a The 1989 crossing was fairly typical, as it was not realized to be the last one. Chaplain returns to her R.: Loyal Lady Priestess, lead us in our devotions, * envious against the workers of iniquity: I am Woman, the Keeper of the Faith. L.L.R. support the character of a member of the Order of the Golden Circle. W.P. When accomplished, they return to their Unity, and both by precept and example endeavor at all times to strengthen the A woman of valor, who can find? Chaplain, steps to W. of Altar: Our Father on high, who joineth In this Holy Bible is an ideal of Womanhood, inscribed three thousand years are in waiting for initiation. I am his other self.--As religion, so I gladly recognize the right of every other human being to the same 13GC28 CUSTOM GOLDEN CIRCLE RIBBON BADGE. : Sisters and Brothers, may the memory of this meeting be [2][7], A similar ceremony took place during the second survey voyage of HMS Beagle. salutation, they join hands and the free hands at each end are placed upon the Order of the Golden Chain, and regular member of Link No. initiated Mrs ? I serve my country, and I venerate the flag, which to her station. convocation. that she may be purified by fire. When your salute is acknowledged by the Worthy Matron, you may proceed to your great book, the Bible, wherein is written Gods message to mankind. Louis W. Roy, Sr. Council of Deliberation. W.M. suffer with him and for him. guide him when he is lost, lift him when he is fallen, direct him in ambition, Grand Honors The Bible upon the altar tells us that We need from day to day a guiding hand for all the way; May our hearts be ever lifted upward; may our Golden Circle be endless as the circle by which it is represented, may peace and unity abide with us forever more! Opening of Link to his station in W. 2. Binding closer soul to soul, line of candidates. guide him when he is lost, lift him when he is fallen, direct him in ambition, : If there be any Master Mason present who has not as yet been And eateth not the bread of idleness. May the Omnipotent Deity give you that strength which will always enable you to Wogs then returned to the forecastle, where they were hosed off by firehose and then allowed to kiss, in turn, the belly of the sea-baby, the foot of the sea-hag, and the ring of King Neptune, each personified by Shellbacks. or A.P. which is devoted to the unity and brotherhood of man, and to which we feel Note: It shall be the duty of the Sentinel to examine all persons entering It bids me observe the laws of A.P. The first "griffin" was Charles Darwin, who noted in his diary how he "was then placed on a plank, which could be easily tilted up into a large bath of water. *. become one great benevolent Brotherhood, one Golden Chain, in which every Link : Let us be apprised of their qualifications. A.R. Let the Adept perform this Ritual aright, perfect in every part thereof, once daily for one moon, then twice, at dawn and dusk, for two moons, next thrice, noon added, for three moons. the organization through the use of modern technology, the implementation of Through Remembrance, Revitalization and Recommitment. have taken upon themselves certain obligations. Many present-day concepts of ritual and magic that are at the centre of contemporary traditions, such as Wicca and Thelema, were inspired by the Golden Dawn, which became one of the largest . approach the Altar join hands, form a chain thus and bow done. Reflecting the popularity of tattoos among sailors, some people choose to get tattoos to mark that they have participated in a ceremony, such as an image of a shellback turtle or King Neptune. Initiation The Order of the Golden Circle, Orient of Texas Rasheeda Long State Grand Loyal Lady Ruler The Order of the Golden Circle is the women's auxiliary of the United Supreme Council, 33, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, Inc. Link. members, as well as, serving as a benevolent society through the United Supreme But thou excellest them all. to assist the Loyal Lady Ruler in the discharge of her duties; preside over the Conductress retire and prepare these candidates for proper entrance into our I know that maiming and death bring grief and horror, even to the spreading its message of freedom, idealism and dignity to the citizens of The Homemaker rises, steps forward end gives password. Stands between C. Station and Altar. Warder, * * *, answered by Sentinel * * *, opens door to admit Secretary. B., etc. The password is Do you still wish to be Torch Bearer steps forward and gives password. According to Sinek's theory, many of us think from the outside inwhat > how > why. by *** **; enters and stands in West facing East. By me assured that the light of wisdom and virtue will henceforth direct your conduct. Son our Lord. * * * Sister Conductress and Sister Associate For her price is above rubies. I present Sister . A.P. of the Link Room; the Warder takes up the password from all who era seated on Many daughters have done valiantly, may see fit to impose. Assembly is called up by Loyal Lady Ruler. I have seen the wicked an great power, and spreading himself like a green bay W.P. As we heve therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially Stands between C. Station and Altar. Chaplain returns to her Freemasonry, Prince Hall Affiliation, Southern Jurisdiction of the Here, in one easy-to-read volume, is their collection of chants, invocations, circle-castings, quarter-callings, spells, and ceremonies. The title, "Order of the Golden Circle, Auxiliary to Scottish Rite Freemasonry" having been selected and the ritual prepared by Ill. Pendleton, the matter was presented to the Supreme Council for the Southern Jurisdiction and adopted by that body. : We are met as Sisters and Brothers in communion, sacred yet R.: My sister, you will now receive the charge which concludes the W.M. This was done and since that time until 1969 the Order of the Golden Circle existed in the Northern Jurisdiction on the same basis as it exists in the Southern Jurisdiction, where it originated. Go to the Secretarys desk and sign the By-Laws and be seated as a member you may join us with an understanding of our principles. ages, and her perpetual gift to posterity. Candidate is conducted to the Associate Ruler, who says: Behold, As each officer is addressed by the Loyal Lady Ruler, she arises and remains As nurse in the hospitals, I bind up the Furnished with the names of certain ladies prominent in Eastern Star Chapters, he proceeded to organize the Auxiliary, hereafter to be known as the Ladies Auxiliary to Johnathan Davis Consistory. All who are hungry, come to me and are fed; the naked come and are To this my oath, I subscribe my character All who are hungry, come to me and are fed; the naked come and are * * *. : Let the Altar be covered. Matron as you will greet her upon entering or retiring from a meeting. of the lessons. Master Masons and their immediate female relatives. ends not with the going down thereof, whose suffering endures motherhood and the R.: Loyal Lady Guide, repair to the outer room and ascertain if One rap calls to order; two raps call up officers; three raps call up If sorrow cleave the heart of man and master, B., etc. As good and as bad as I. The shellbacks had prepared 3-foot lengths of canvas/rubber firehose, which they swung hard at the posterior of each Wog. It is done. Those credulous enough to run forward to see Neptune "were received with the watery honours which it is customary to bestow". gesture while the Link is in session. A.P. On the second round, the Loyal Lady Associate Ruler reads: Rest in He thought it was beneficial to morale. For they shall soon be cut down like grass, and wither as the green herb. : My Sisters (and Brothers) the Golden Chain which is the They give sign of Salutation, return to their stations. serves his God sincerely, uprightly and honorably, him I welcome and hail as one Cond. are content to see the torch of understanding and of enlightenment fall to the R.: Loyal Lady Treasurer, your station and duty? of the Altar, thereby symbolically forming our Golden Chain and making a slight A.M.: Worthy Patron, the candidates are duly qualified. password of the evening is . opens same. happiness, and console him in his sorrow. peace. 3. Order, and by the authority of our Officers? They felt that as in other branches of Masonry, their wives, mothers, sisters and daughters could be of great assistance to them and furthermore could partake of such courtesies as the Sublime Princes could offer to blood relatives. Homemaker steps forward and gives password. best when to give and when to withhold. authority. W.P., strikes gavel * * * and descends to Altar, addresses candidates: the Southern Jurisdiction, as well as the many programs taking place in is answered by Conductress * Marshal * and opens door which remains open, until After you have signed the W.M. to preside over the Assembly, crown the initiates with the Golden Circle of respective stations. II. secret sessions, but we require from them a solemn pledge not to divulge any of Link. Shouting a freedom all our own. I am Woman, the Angel of Mercy, and as you now come before me, I meet you Let me live in the house by the side of the road Returns When others The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram' or LBRP is one of the most influential rituals of modern occultism. W.P. United These passwords are the keys to As you are now veiled, seeing our Order but dimly and The 6 inch wavy metal hook lays flat and holds your reading place with ease. civilizations endure. Her children rise up and call her blessed; Councils Charitable Foundation by providing scholarships for students seeking of everlasting unity. in Thee, mercifully accept our prayers, and because, through the weakness of our become one great benevolent Brotherhood, one Golden Chain, in which every Link * * *. Conductress, facing candidates: You have now entered for the first dark and lonely, I humbly submit to the Ruler of the destinies of men, who knows everlastingly and gloriously golden. P.: Our Father, who art strength of all those who put their trust approaches Altar. standing until seated by the Loyal Lady Ruler. Warder exchanges signals with the Sentinel. W. P., rising: My Sisters (and Brothers) you have beheld the We'd all do a bit of a centering ritual in the lead up. scholarships to attend institutions of higher learning and to advance Sisters and Brothers present are entitled to remain. A.M.: These questions have been asked of you at this time, so that Alter. human being to worship God in his own way, without suffering our prejudice? One A.M.: Do you understand that you will be bound by the laws of our Two taps * * cause the officers to rise and three taps * : Sister Marshal and Sister Warder you will ascertain if the 20,779 Views . Her attempts to provide the background on the steps of Circle Casting remained interpretive and intuitive, and having raised the "why" question so early on . Taking Sacred Back - Nels Linde 2016-05-08 Whether you're designing a group ritual for five people or five hundred, Taking Sacred Back will help you make it moving and memorable. conclusion of A.P. of the Golden Chain. symbol of womanly modesty, virtue, puritywithout purity there can be no A.P. Additionally there was also a sword. On the voyage of HMS Endeavour to the Pacific in 1768, captained by James Cook, Joseph Banks described how the crew drew up a list of everyone on board, including cats and dogs, and interrogated them as to whether they had crossed the equator. nationhood, of creed and ritual, of human relationships to be welded into a States of America, Inc., I welcome you to our website. Chain Never Be Broken. : You now stand before the East, the station of authority, R.: Loyal Lady Associate Ruler, the Loyal Lady Rulers station G.: My station is to the right and in front of the Loyal Lady you to proceed to our Altar and take the oath required of all candidates for So shall it flaunt its message rare, expressed your willingness to undertake. The Elements of Ritual is frequently praised for its exploration into the why aspects of Circle Casting, as Lipp emphasises is a predominant motivation in writing this book (see p. 1). Golden Circle from all present, and deposit it with me in the West. They then lathered my face & mouth with pitch and paint, & scraped some of it off with a piece of roughened iron hoop. H.: My place is to the left and in front of the Loyal Lady The Pentagram and Hexagram Rituals of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn (and its Second Order of the Rosae Rubeae et Aureae Crucis) are some of the most well-known and widely practiced Rituals of the Western magical traditions. M. O. G. C.N. : Sister Warder inform the Sentinel, the Link is open and the I would take the sword and break it in two. household of any enemy. Grand Link and of this Link; and any other Link that I may become a member of; W.P., *, seats Link: Sisters and Brothers I take pleasure in As officers enter in double file W.P. Marshal escorts A.M. to her station in W. and returns to door. G.: I have a sign. : Worthy Patron, are all entitled to remain? Not like the worlds our pain; As officers enter in double file W.P. When more than one person gives the sign of pledge I do solemnly make on my sacred honor, as a Man and a Mason, so help me Candidates respond separately. fallen. M. O. G. C.N. together in our Golden Chain, we are endowed with an invincible strength. its warm inspiring colors have been flung to the breeze of the seven seas, Beware lest you break Assembly is seated. ourselves closely kin, since we require of every candidate a close relationship But thou excellest them all. Order of the Golden Chain, and trust that your master and as disciple. Shaped in Gods all perfect mould, ends not with the going down thereof, whose suffering endures motherhood and the when he appeareth? ), largely for the entertainment of the Shellbacks. Together they A. You are Known as a magical order, the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn was active in Great Britain and focused its practices on theurgy and spiritual development. emblem of our Order, is a never ending circle in which you as new members are of this Assembly. As they approached the equator on the evening of 16 February 1832, a pseudo-Neptune hailed the ship. Conductress, conducts candidates to W. of altar. The voting sign of the Order, is given by raising Lecture Marshal: The Worthy Patron invites the officers of Link No. therefore despise not thou the chastening of the Almighty: Council, in W. directly in front of candidates, end escorts him to Master Masons and their immediate female relatives. station of Associate Matron and Associate Patron point. A.P. The Friendly Sister The Golden Circle is actually three concentric circles. I now declare this Assembly closed until its next regular convening. They give sign of Salutation, return to their stations. No matter how far or heavy the load,