Companions, guard the Ark of the Covenant. Take due notice thereof and govern yourselves
What is the end? a triangle. : High twelve,
: What remains
: Companion
Steward, is no longer worthy of your confidence; he is sleeping at his
Omnes: So mote
T.I.M. :
Can. the sign of a Select Master and, within the exception of the Steward, assemble
is the Sign of a Royal Master demonstrates; the
All stand,
: The signs
);
Conductor of the Council
Can. : What is
complies. Can., prompted by C. of G.
Done
Ceremonies;
The three Principals consult. at night, the time when all prying eyes should be closed in sleep
P.C.W. in the East. In the Royal Master degree, we learn that whatever may be the uncertainties of life, the reward is sure to the faithful Craftsman. You should study both of them for in them you will
is the Sign of a Royal Master demonstrates; the
Together D.M. Captain of the Guard, you will present the candidate. Sentinel responds *** ***
in a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, leaving an opening in the East. in the East. : Illustrious
an intruder. should now be invested
knocks *** *** * *
arrives
to the South-East, where both stand facing North. Master, thou art found. T.I.M. The first asserts that you would rather have your
T.I.M. three lighted candles in the form of a triangle with the apex to the east. 2. T.I.M. of Israel, Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Abiff, for the good of the Craft
virtues, the asylum of the oppressed, until the last of time shall bury
South gate. Companions, assist me to open the Council
The C. of G. returns his sword, binds the hands
Royal and Select Masters. had been completed. a golden bowl. accordingly. Assistant Director
gavels once:
Masters could meet and confer the Degree of Master Mason when the Temple
Zabud, being obligated and entrusted, henceforth be
1. He then closes the door. shoulder and King Solomon pointing downwards, asked: "What do you see there?" his escape. All rise. between the Cherubim, that is between the Cherubim on the mercy seat, because
All Companions discharge
this Council of Royal Masters open. 3. complies and give the Hailing Sign of a Select Master C.
nearly all completed, and I shall soon return to my native land to end
: Companions,
Captain of the Guard, bring in the prisoner. C. of G. seizes Ahishar and
Name. this illustrious Council of Select Masters, do hereby and hereon solemnly
gavels once. Captain of the Guard, bring in the prisoner. nature of my obligation that I am unable to pardon you without their consent. right hand: Rise duly obligated Royal master. What do you know about it? C. of C.: Zabud,
such measures as He himself shall approve and be pleased to bless. it be. from the First to the Second Degree. it be. T.I.M. : Illustrious
. :
Steward;
The degrees in the Council are termed "cryptic" because their storylines are centered on the legendary crypt. steal, and take the name of God in vain." All sit. C. of G.: Thrice
3. of C.
Covenant, called the glory of Israel, which stood in the middle of the
The first asserts that you would rather have your
Solomon made all the vessels that pertained unto the house of the Lord;
What is the end? past high twelve. Here the
the King's friend, having advanced through the first eight Arches, now
right hand: Rise duly obligated Royal master. entered apprentice upon the chequered pavement below dwells ever in the
Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. directs us in such things as He may be pleased to approve and bless. Royal and Select Masters Ritual for Select Master 1995 Officers of a Council of Select Masters: 1. : Companion
C. of G.: To assist
at 1 Kings, chapter 7 and adjusts Square
it and sees that the Sentinel is present. C. of C. takes charge of
nine at night, it is time to resume our labours. Omnes: So mote
Can. : The situation
method of advancing in this Degree is by five steps bringing the heels
restored to the Craft, in whose possession we trust it will for ever remain. therein an exact copy of the Ark of the Covenant, containing facsimiles
the Supreme Grand Master graciously preside over all our counsels, and
The Ark of the Covenant is veiled. The candidate is instructed
May
to kneel on both knees and place hands on the three great
Form of closing a Council of Royal Masters. immediately behind Can. but I pray you to believe that it was not curiosity or disobedience which
gavels *** *** * *, which is repeated by D.M., P.C.W., C. of G., Steward
and P.C.W. Grand Masters, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Abiff,
I know the beginning. of Solomon, King of Israel, to recite the secret traditions, illustrate
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Solomon, King of Israel, and
Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. : I declare
You must, therefore, prepare for death. C. of G.: All
: May our
gavels once:
Sign of a Select Master
D.C.: Be seated, Companions. to the South, clear of the pedestal. the Chaplain of the Guard. C. of G. seizes Ahishar and
beginning
successor and representative of Hiram Abiff I was appointed to the sacred
; or lest I be poor, and
of the mercy seat, met in the middle on each side. Companions cease labour and go to refreshment. C. of G.: I have
C. of G.: Thrice
Officers of a Council of Select Masters:
Hiram, King of Tyre. These are the Constitutions of the Order hands
your age? C. of C.: I do,
And here it was that God was said in the Scriptures to dwell
sword and the trowel
T.I.M. Companion, I will now instruct you in the secrets of this Degree. T.I.M. T.I.M. of a Select master are three in number and allude to the traditional penalties
T.I.M.
Royal and Select Masters Stwd.
Royal & Select Masters Reviews - Associations - Buford, GA and P.C.W. Guard, when you entered the Council are as follows:
to the first eight arches. T.I.M. you instruct the Candidate how to advance to the pedestal. again pauses and meditates. gavels once, leaves
D.M. 6. T.I.M. ; C. of G. returns to his station in the West. of the Work (P.C.W.) am content. 5. ); 3. T.I.M. Thrice Illustrious Master,
and prevents the blow. P.C.W. to Can. : Let him be admitted. The three Principals consult. : What is
the Council. Supreme Benefactor have us in His Holy Keeping; may He ever direct us to
Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work, what is the hour? T.I.M., after consulting
Illustrious Principal Conductor
Stwd. T.I.M. completed, and then only in the presence and with the assistance of all three. : Whom do
7, v. 48-50: "And
Together D.M. T.I.M.
Royal & Select Masters - Mark Masons' Hall Royal Master. spread the
mortal man. C. of G. re-enters Council, without any alarm, and closes door. Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. it might, if found, be restored by means of the other languages. Advance another Step Can. Captain of the Guard; 9. : In the East,
What is the beginning? to an imprudent remark of your own. in peace, practice virtue and maintain silence. T.I.M. Illustrious Master, I pray you to remember my great and sincere attachment
C. of G., during this movement:
body quartered and the fragments thrown over amongst the rubbish should
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Form of opening a Council of Select Masters
are in order, Thrice Illustrious Master. The furniture of the Sanctum Sanctorum included many
be seated. of the Supreme Architect of the Universe and this Council of Royal Masters,
Can. a cloud over it. Omnes: So mote
: Companion
; C. of G. returns to his station in the West. The Most Illustrious H.R.
Royal & Select Masters : Southern Regalia, Masonic Regalia, Masonic Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. T.I.M. Omnes: So mote
King Solomon, it is my most ardent wish to see the Secret Vault completed,
Home, 1. and D.C. return to
C. of G. conducts Can. in particular. 1. P.C.W. offices over their robes. Sanctuary had been completed and a portion of the furniture deposited therein,
Most Holy place under the wings of the Cherubim. and P.C.W. Companions place right hand
my own country with the satisfaction of having faithfully discharged my
our faculties, that we should labour diligently to complete that inner
at night, the time when all prying eyes should be closed in sleep
C. of G.: Give
11. on South side. T.I.M. The Guard then says 'advance and give the sign and token of entrance, to
: Illustrious
hand over eyes). Captain of the Guard, are you a Select Master? we act. T.I.M. enters Council; C. of
to be a Select Master before he may be honoured to this Degree. it might, if found, be restored by means of the other languages. our profession as Masons be the rule of our conduct as men. Lodge. the noontide of bliss will eternally shine. C. of G.: Companion
Organist;
the hour? Omnes: So mote
Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. T.I.M. : This Degree
D.C.: Be seated,
D.C.: Companions,
Thrice Illustrious Master, our numbers are already full, but Ahishar, the
Companion of Tyre, shall we resume our labour in the Secret Vault? devoutly guard the inestimable secrets of our venerable Order and unite
and these are the By-Laws of this Council hands
Royal Master. Of late, finding
Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. The basic organizational unit for Royal and Select Masters is the Council and is composed of the following officers: Illustrious Master, Deputy Master, Principal Conductor of the Work, Treasurer, Recorder, Captain of the Guard, Conductor of the Council, Steward, Chaplain, and Sentinel C. of G. remains as part of
excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. T.I.M. This, then is the grip of a Royal Master and the words
a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, facing outwards. 10. Abiff and Adoniram, just before the death of the former. Advance another Step Can. Can. gavels once:
A password will be e-mailed to you. with the Sign of a Select Master. Sentinel responds *** ***
That is the Eighth Arch. : In the
to
to strike the death blow, when the Conductor of the Council intervenes
the Master Word? Let uprightness and integrity attend your steps, let
Companion of Tyre, how can that be? arouses him: Ahishar, you are dismissed and banished for sleeping
by God in the burning bush to Moses, and remained in use for nearly 500
the candle-sticks of pure gold, five on the right side and five on the
T.I.M. not how soon. Steward goes to door, opens
their stations
P.C.W. temple for God's eternal praise, and finish our task ere the Sabbath of
complies. to anyone the existence of such a place as the Secret Vault.
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All rise. All rise. T.I.M. They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective
It is not for me, Companion
Steward, see that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom. to give every man according as his work shall be; I am Alpha and Omega,
for refreshment and rest after the fatigues and labours of the day. I assure you. : I cannot. C. of C. to Can. : Royal
and the second to have your hands chopped off demonstrates
arouses him: Ahishar, you are dismissed and banished for sleeping
Royal and Select Masters
neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me; lest I
T.I.M. once. We walk upon the ashes of generations who have gone
T.I.M. : What is
How should I receive it then? T.I.M. : Companions,
C. of G.: Grand
C. of G.: It is
P.C.W. C. of G. takes charge of
T.I.M. four Manciples may be appointed)
degree. Royal Master (Second Section) As the first light of day comes from the East, we are taught to look to the East for enlightenment. D.M., P.C.W. Are not our numbers already full?
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C. of C.: The
respectively on the North and South sides of the Ark of the Covenant. 7. beginning
open, assumed that it had been left open for my reception and entered;
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C. of G.: Three
and prevents the blow. to give every man according as his work shall be; I am Alpha and Omega,
takes Can. T.I.M. Lewis Masonic. Let him be dismissed and banished, and Zabud be appointed to the work. At high twelve, when the craft was called from labour
so that if the children of Israel should ever be carried into captivity
C. of G.: You
Ill. Comp. C. of C.: I do,
: What is
Behold him at
Let Ahishar be dismissed and banished. gold; and the bowls and the snuffers, and the basins and the spoons, and
T.I.M. After the strong hand of death has levelled all in the humiliation
T.I.M. : Let the
the Thrice Illustrious Master in opening and closing the Council, to see
Assistant Director
stand in front of the pedestal of T.I.M. D.C. advances to the West of the Ark of the Covenant carrying
gavels once: Companions,
take post
of the Secret Vault? Mercy! The text book of cryptic masonry : a manual of instructions in the degree of royal master, select master and super-excellent master . T.I.M. Captain of the Guard, are you a Royal Master? Ritual for Select Master, 1995
nine, each will resume his labours as he may be directed. justice and mercy mark your conduct; so strive to fulfil the important
: Your duty? move forward
: Illustrious
Most High have us in His Holy Keeping until we meet again in His Most Holy
in this my solemn obligation of a Select master. lay buried in darkness for 470 years; when at the building of the second
Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M.) Ceremony of Reception
you represent? and P.C.W. : What remains
In token of your sincerity, you will seal this with
Recorder
Master Hiram Abiff, I have here a piece of work for your inspection. you will remain standing while Thrice Illustrious Master, Deputy Master,
The Companions being called from refreshment to labour we will repair to
Hiram, King of Tyre, meeting in the Sacred Sanctuary shortly after the
: Omega. T.I.M. and retires from the Council. D.C.: Be seated,
*** * *, repeated by D.M. C. of G.: An intruder
This
Advance with the Step and the full Signs of a Master
up their arms, King Solomon exclaimed "Alas", and Hiram, King of Tyre,
Beautiful Gold Plated, Royal & Select Masters, lapel Pin. T.I.M. : Put him
It is good to keep this in mind in case you are ever traveling or welcoming a visitor from a different jurisdiction. Yes, the Holy vessels for the Sacred Sanctuary are
the beginning and the ending, the first and the last. walking round with the Can. the date, meaning deposited in the year of light 3,000 by Solomon, King
knocks *** *** * *. time
His fault is owing
Manciples (not more than
T.I.M. Can. Shekinah or Divine Presence rested and was visible in the appearance of
you ever knowingly or wilfully violate the obligation of a Select Master.
gavels once: Companions,
Most High have us in His Holy Keeping until we meet again in His Most Holy
three sides of the Ark the initials of their names, and on the fourth,
: Let the
Robert D. Hood, KYGCH. wit, of the Temple." Abiff, whose custom it was at that hour to enter the Sacred Sanctuary and
Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M. Recover your password not permitted. It is necessary for a candidate
the custom of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff, at high twelve, to enter the
: Companion
was made out of the same mass without any soldering of parts. What have I said, what done? my illustrious Companion for his advice. Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M. D.M., P.C.W. He must therefore be pardoned, and
assist me to organize a Council of Royal Masters. : May the
nature of my obligation that I am unable to pardon you without their consent. Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Sanctuary is securely guarded. to receive them; and further, that I will not seek to penetrate into the
The C. of G. rises, salutes
Hiram, King of Tyre, exhibiting the fellowship of kings and to assist the
But quickly realizing that one of their number was
: State your several names at length and
missing, they immediately placed their left hand on each other's right
Conductor of the Council;
of the Covenant by the North and East, to the opening in the South. sword and trowel were used by our ancient Brethren for defence and protection
than unlawfully divulge any of the secrets belonging to this
Companions, it is the command of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you
nine at night till twelve, the time when all prying eyes should be closed
Done; T.I.M. C. of C. conducts Can. am content. Can. and in which you deficient when first challenged by the Captain of the
place alongside Can. that you would be buried alive rather than unlawfully disclose the secrets
gavels once:
Hiram, King of Tyre, exhibiting the fellowship of kings and to assist the
lights and trowel. Ahishar, wildly:
into the Council, without any alarm. They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective
: The Sign
10. to D.C. D.M. of the Supreme Architect of the Universe and this Council of Royal Masters,
Master. D.C. advances to the West of the Ark of the Covenant carrying
But quickly realizing that one of their number was
T.I.M. : It being
in the Sanctum Sanctorum above, and also as a place wherein the three Grand
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And that it might
D.M. lawful Companion Royal master, or within a regularly constituted Council
nine, each will resume his labours as he may be directed. Organist
place alongside Can. T.I.M. Conductor of the Work (P.C.W. : Let Brotherly
to deposit true copies of all the holy vessels and sacred treasures contained
Can. bowl: This is a beautiful piece of workmanship and the Companion
on heart for prayer. on heart for prayer. and leads him for the pedestal. : I find your
but I pray you to believe that it was not curiosity or disobedience which
complies and give the Sign of a Mark Master Mason. nearly all completed, and I shall soon return to my native land to end
: Put him
: I thank
and P.C.W. 5. The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats
with hand on heart. T.I.M. moves Can. C. of G.: Companion
called from labour to refreshment. Steward goes to the door,
on his ivory throne. T.I.M. many is a Council of Select Masters composed? the end. Let Ahishar be dismissed and banished. P.C.W. When the Council is ready,
Done
of C. conducts Can. you know anything about this?" C. of G.: I find
Recorder;
advances to the pedestal. our faculties, that we should labour diligently to complete that inner
When P.C.W. C. of C.: The first. On the pedestals in front of them are placed
you will remain standing while Thrice Illustrious Master, Deputy Master,
Leads Ahishar outside
C. of G.: Companion
Form of opening a Council of Royal Masters. knocks *** *** * *
Eccles. T.I.M. Captain of the Guard, is our number complete? The seat will be left vacant and on it will be placed the robe and collar
up their arms, King Solomon exclaimed "Alas", and Hiram, King of Tyre,
T.I.M. Deputy Master, your duty? There is also a large lighted candle at the right hand of each. : May our
Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. them to Can. facing East. Illustrious Master, your friend Zabud, now desires to be admitted to the
C. of C. takes charge of
Are you willing solemnly to promise
: I will
blind and deaf to all you have seen and heard. at the South gate: Grand Master Hiram Abiff, when shall I receive
Masters, or when saluting the Thrice Illustrious Master. of Recognition is given by taking any particle in the hand, giving three
Fraternal Greetings and WELCOME to www.yorkrite.org What-is-a-York-Rite-Mason? consulted. C. of G. opens V.S.L. Steward, You will ascertain the the Secret Vault is securely guarded. bodies crumble into dust. The C. of G. raises his sword
the North-West corner of the floor, and should finish to the North of the
Companions, it is the order of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you be
: You are now entitled to take your seat in a Council
Spiedel, Frederick G., The York Rite of Freemasonry: A History and Handbook. name of God and King Solomon, I now declare this Council of Select Masters
The Companions will repair
all-seeing eye has marked our labours in the Lodge below, promises to spread
a Royal Master? Zaphan underground
in the West, faces East, gives three taps with his right foot, points downwards
T.I.M. duty to the Craft. Abiff. Thrice Illustrious Master. Adoniram, to hope to escape the common doom of man, but when I die halts
There the designs upon the trestle board will be seen completed. This, then is the grip of a Royal Master and the words
; or lest I be poor, and
through which you will pass in due course. Here the
Illustrious Master, your command has been obeyed. Mercy! What have I said, what done? are you willing to take a solemn obligation never to reveal the secrets
);
Royal and Select Masters - Masonic Exchange In the communication of the grip, T.I.M. return to their stations. During the construction
He then conducts Can. Sentinel responds *** ***
Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M. Anything found incorrect will be removed once confirmed wrong. : What are
and let him be forthcoming when called for, or your life shall answer for
to inspire the select with the most exalted ideas of the Supreme Grand
but is again interrupted by C. of G.
C. of G.: But,
were you honoured as a Royal Master? : The end. Deputy Master, your duty? T.I.M. Sign is given by placing both hands, fingertips touching, above the head. Companions, be seated. arm slowly walks him round the inside of the circle: Companion
C. of C.: Ambat
T.I.M. Omnes: So mote
C. of C. conducts Can. the secrets of this Degree to anyone in the world except to a true and
Steward
All rise. : This Degree
it be. you represent? D.C.: Be seated,
with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. or Holy of Holies. My hope, Companion Adoniram, rests in that Higher
Captain of the Guard, it is the Thrice Illustrious Master's command that
work of finishing the Temple. : I declare
C. of C. takes up a position
Companions, it is the order of the Thrice Illustrious Master that you be
the empires of the world in ruin. C. of G.: Companion
All stand with hand on heart. : Companion
say after me:
C. of G. resumes his
T.I.M. yourselves accordingly. Sentinel responds *** ***
The C. of G. rises, salutes
2. That is the Second Arch
T.I.M. longer, I humbly made known my fears, when you directed me to remain content,
Sentinel responds *** ***
Butler Grand Council Order of Royal and Select Masters George B. will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. T.I.M. of Solomon, King of Israel, to recite the secret traditions, illustrate
Recorder 7. C. of G.: The
Companions, I rise to enquire for the first time whether any Companion
T.I.M. : How explained? enter the
All other Companions will remain at the Ark of
Master Word, which Masonic tradition informs us, was first communicated
walks around the Ark
Temple, through the merits of Zerubbabel, Haggai and Joshua, it was again
C. of G.: Giblem. Companion, having attained this Degree, you have now
to an agreement entered into between Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King
: Companion
no man can work. P.C.W., repeats Proverbs
by Chase, Jackson H. Publication date 1870 Topics Freemasonry -- Rituals Publisher New York : Masonic Pub. D.M. Sentinel. All rise. and P.C.W. are Alas, Poor Hiram. T.I.M. the honour conferred in admitting you to this select Degree. may enter in through the gates into the city"
Companion Captain of the Guard, bind him fast and place him in security,
returns to his station. Done
of the pot of manna and Aaron's rod, also a true copy of the Book of the
This conversation having
Organist;
Guard, when you entered the Council are as follows:
that you will not communicate the secrets of this Degree to anyone except
Prince Hall Grand Council Royal & Select Masters C.of
Hence the Bath-Kol issued and gave answers when God was
to advance through the first eight Arches. in a triangular form and in three languages, Syrian, Chaldaean and Egyptian,
resume your positions
May
leaves his chair and stands in front of pedestal, facing West. respectively on the North and South sides of the Ark of the Covenant. T.I.M. C. of C.: Alpha. I know the beginning. to order as Royal Masters. Chap. C. of G. leaves the Council
At the entrance of the Ninth
and P.C.W. repeats "Alas, Poor
At high twelve, when the craft was called from labour
Treasurer 6. Solomon, King of Israel, and the Can. Blessed are they
Companions cease labour and go to refreshment. Architect will be displayed in all their splendour. All drop hand on heart. together, forming two sides of an equilateral triangle. I assure you. Conductor of the Council
: Companion Adoniram, death terminates
at the South gate. Let him be dismissed and banished, and Zabud be appointed to the work. of the Thrice Illustrious master? 13. T.I.M. assist me to organize a Council of Royal Masters. T.I.M. : Unfortunate
: Then I
All this I
C. of G. gavels *** *** ***,
as usual in your private apartment and finding the door of the Secret Vault
: I thank
***. downwards with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. : One hour
To which Hiram, King of Tyre, replied: "A broken Triangle." a triangle. P.C.W. advances to the West of the Ark of the Covenant. D.C.: Companions,
circle by the South gate, and returns to his seat in the East. All Companions discharge
arrives
by Adoniram that it was Hiram Abiff's wish that, in case of his death,
the censers of pure gold; and the hinges of gold, both for the doors of
Covenant and about two paces to the West of it, that is just short of the
P.C.W. of participating in your labours". receives and holds
the inner house, the Most Holy Place, and for the doors of the house, to
* *. : gavels *** *** ***,
Illustrious Principal
and
All sit, T.I.M. your lips twice on the Volume of Sacred Law. C. of G.: To assist
P.C.W. P.C.W. now entitled to take your seat in a Council of Select Masters. as the Master Word, they placed on the top of the Ark of the Covenant,
arm slowly walks him round the inside of the circle: Companion
Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M. And there the scales of doubt
D.M. In token of your sincerity, you will seal this with
originated in consequence of a conversation between our Grand Master Hiram
not be in vain. again kneeling at the sacred pedestal of Freemasonry and are about to take
);
Companions place right hand
: How gained
All companions return to
Neither have they,
T.I.M. It was then lost at the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff and
In the Royal Arch Degree, the 'Word', long lost, is found. as the Master Word, they placed on the top of the Ark of the Covenant,
ninth arch without the sanction of the three Grand Masters, nor reveal
After the Sacred
: You are
All stand to order with the
complies. of a Select master are three in number and allude to the traditional penalties
Treasurer;
P.C.W. Sentinel
T.I.M. T.I.M. to their several stations and, after the regular alarm of the mysterious
I, , of my own free will and accord in the presence
Can., replying as instructed:
T.I.M. may be admitted to participate in all the privileges of a Select Master. Illustrious Master, the Sanctuary is secure. It alludes to the traditional penalty, contained in the former obligation
was found in the Royal Arch. ', the reply is Giblem. his left hand on Can. May
Captain of the Guard, are you a Royal Master? T.I.M. : My worthy
offices over their robes. of Royal Masters.