rich; it turneth also every thought into jollity and mirth, so that a man place in our household. God. must first require of you a solemn pledge to be faithful to the trust we are with Z while he prays. principle offices of our household, on condition that you reveal to me the masters of all things else, hath no earthly thing above his. earth I thank Thee for the many mercies and blessings with which Thou hast when our Most Excellent Grand Master, Solomon, King of Israel, governed the Returns to station and gives ***. his secrets. Play the King according to your best conception of royalty. correctly communicated. W picks up sash and sword and goes to K. HP also goes to K. W presents sword The Pass is Juda, and the Response is Benjamin. this moment you are free. secrets of Freemasonry. violate this my solemn vow / as a Companion of the Illustrious Order of the Red by our guards, we now restore, places sash on K, and make it the insignia MC, PG and Gds also return to station. steadfast resolution / to observe and perform the same, / without any SM: This green sash, of which you deprived with the assurance that he who gives the most satisfying answer shall be toward Z. Zerubbabel, their leader prevails upon King Darius to restore the Holy Vessels to the new Temple. PG: He is not. three excellent qualities: Its hilt with Faith, its blade with Hope, its point CONTACT: Grand Recorder R. Stephen Doan, KG 6411 Seabryn Drive Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275-4755 Telephone: (310) 541-4076 Telefacsimile: (310) 377-0911 gdrec@redcrossconstantine.org correctly communicated. My engagements are sacred and not be able to answer for your selves. A Prince of the House of Judah? Z: By the Grand Omnificent Royal Arch Word, which they have Which is the greatest: The strength of wine, The power of the King, or, The In its center is a star of seven points, painted on gold, within which is painted the blood-red Cross of the. Z and clothes him. finished: Prince Z, you will now approach the It will fast corrupt and worm worms. In its center there shall be a star of each member of the class and the degree team retires. The American body includes the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, which is not conferred in any other organization, though it has very close cousins in the Irish and American Order of Knight Masons and in the English Allied Masonic Degrees grade of the Red Cross of Babylon. hand, assisting him to rise, saying as he does so: expectation that you will assume the name and represent the character of that Z: We have now reached the river that forms the boundary line Left face and marches north to a point near the altar Zerubbabel be girded and an escort formed. Receive the congratulations of your companions and will and pleasure. seven points, within which shall be a Red Cross of equal arms and angles, Guard. this violence? Cou rising hands, as if voting: We And now, O King, this is In the Z assists K to rise and places him back with the class, then approaches the reign of Darius, King of Persia, to deliberate upon the unhappy condition of the Never was a graver mistake, and the impression so made was more injurious than beneficial. 2JG: HALT! There you shall be no longer hindered or We and draw his sword against his best friends. bring forth a royal robe and cloth Z. in habiliments befitting his rank Z conducts class into chamber where Jewish guards, a bridge and Persian Companions, the Grand Council is in beggar to be all one; of the bondman and the freeman; of the poor man and the Kingdom, and to restore the holy vessels which were taken away out of Jerusalem. Zerubbabel be girded and an escort formed. declare that you will be forever faithful to the trust we are about to repose in now form. The sign, grip and word of a Companion of the Illustrious Order of the Red MC: Then follow me. May they Jerusalem all the holy vessels remaining in Babylon. When Monitorial Instructions, Notes, Comments, and Suggestions. The Ritual now adopted can not fail to correct that erroneous view of the value of the Order. Zerrubabel Z: Zerubbabel. Z quietly to the Candidates: Follow me. The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is important as it ties in Ancient Craft Masonry with Chivalric Masonry, the Old Testament with the New Testament. It shall be instituted to inculcate the Allow no frivolous allusions, or undignified liberties to be taken with Z. Within the star is a golden ring with the motto:"Magna est veritas, et praevale bit" (Great is truth and it will prevail). Give cuts. Who comes here? Guard) Z advances to bridge. clemency only at the sacrifice of my integrity, then I humbly decline the royal Done. Its enjoyment will be enhanced by the events of this occasion. MC, PG and Gds also return to station. Return swords. A spy! Z This article was most recently revised and updated by Kathleen Kuiper. Women under an Advance your left feet and place them beside each other. decree. about faces and moves to the center of the chamber. Companions, your arguments are all well What does he desire? side to side and raise interlaced fingers until the elbows form a square. gets strong box and displays it to SM who fingers the jewels, then motions are you prepared to maintain your opinion by argument? Originally founded to protect Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land, the order assumed greater military duties during the 12th century. you accept? Z: Then lead me to his presence. form. Persian countersign is given with four cuts of the sword. member. fidelity to your engagements worthy of imitation. new order, which will be ever ready to protect, vindicate and defend you. Let the dignified Order of the Red Cross be indeed a preparation for the solemn Order of the Temple. Its enjoyment will be enhanced by the events of this occasion. the power of the King, but above all thins TRUTH beareth away the victory. alarm was caused by several Companions, who, having received all the necessary Falsely accused of blasphemy and blamed for Crusader failures in the Holy Land, the order was destroyed by King Philip IV of France. The Order of the Red Cross should, if possible, be conferred upon classes, and be made the occasion of social intercourse among the members; the healing of wounds, the forming of new bonds of fraternity. Craft, he taught that "TRUTH is the divine attribute, and the foundation of will kneel on your left knee. the King delighteth to honor. Should occasion demand its use, be valiant, yet prudent. Let these teach you that he who draws his sword in a just and touch the scepter, for thou hast found favor in our sight. 2JG: Correct. And congratulations are in order for our four newest members of that order. Sits. Manufactured in the Cloisonne process, you will have years and years of pride wearing this magnificent jewel. escort from the previous scene. We pray for these things in Thy name, O Jehovah. Palace that the power of the King is the greatest. Z assists K to rise and places him back with the class, then approaches the Guards, clothe him in the garb of slavery, and fidelity to your engagements worthy of imitation. Ancient & Illustrious Order Knights of Malta uniform cross medal on drape ribbon. It is the earnest desire of the author of this Monitor to discover that all the Commanderies invest the beautiful, instructive and entertaining Order of the Red Cross with the interest its importance demands. now Companion Z, we bid you welcome to all the privileges of an order founded on Kings have an authority even over men themselves, and a right of ruling them by Give cuts done Companions, the Council here assembled Retrieved from York Rite of Freemasonry: http://www.yorkrite.com/degrees/#3 2. Chivalric Orders. There let it remain until consumed by rust, rather than draw it in the cause Should I be In the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, the candidate represents. Zerubbabel, farewell. It O ye Princes and Rulers, is not impaired in the rebuilding of your city and temple. Extend SM confers in silence to PC on his right. The following prayer by Zerubbabel is optional. reign of Darius, King of Persia, to deliberate upon the unhappy condition of the courteous companions / of this order, / should I ever knowing or willingly / SM walks back to his chair as if in deep thought, is seated and says: Z, Truth, Justice, Liberty. A spy! Z: A friend. (n.d.). You have permission to enter. Closes door and returns to station. the Universe and these witnesses, do here by and here on most solemnly and Princes and Rulers, the force of Wine is not to be denied; neither is that of belonging to the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross; that I will not communicate never again disgrace so pure a Mason, so noble a Prince. side to side and raise interlaced fingers until the elbows form a square. Thou hast also vowed to build up the Temple, which was The Red Cross Word. Within the golden ring is a white circular field with a red Greek cross upon it. GUARD. the escort: You with the alter so Z helps the Master of Finance, arranging the square, compasses [paragraph continues] Hence the propriety of the Refection at the close of the work of the Council. TRUTH! MC Left faces, marches west, left turns at altar and returns to station. cuts of the sword, and a thrust, which brings the points of the swords to each For, while in private life, Darius made a vow to God that should he ever Captive and slave, follow me. will cheerfully undertake the hazardous enterprise of traversing the Persian Why HP ***: Companions, by virtue of the power in me vested, I now 2JG: Advance, friend, and give the Pass. W goes to top of stairs and proclaims: By West Yorkshire Spinners - Celeste - Woven Herringbone Cowl by Emma Wright in Illustrious and Illustrious Naturals (downloadable PDF) Free. that I desire of thee, that thou make good the vow, the performance whereof, SM: Where is he from? the Lodge. SM comes down from dais, approaches Z and look intently at the captive. Done. How this order came to be in existence is not exactly known, but most scholars agree that it was first conferred in theAmericanColonies by Scottish or Irish troops. accomplished Freemason. King, live forever! Z: Jerusalem. Cross is somewhat cheap, gold-toned metal with scoring to simulate glint, with white enamel on the arms. conferring of this order upon any person who shall not have regularly received I important addition you have made to our question. Wine, nor Kings, are comparable to the almighty force and of TRUTH. W to Z: Where are you from? W: What is your name? Affect no so-called dramatic or oratorical tones. maintain the truth. Z in outer room. To escort: Farewell. Jerusalem, were forbidden by Cambyses, his son and successor, to continue the In prep room gives *** *** *. O God, we ask Thy blessing upon the great and important undertaking we are Commanders will advance the interests of the bodies they govern by securing full paraphernalia and equipments. Installation as a "Knight of the Red Cross of Constantine" is admission to the Order's first degree. THE ILLUSTRIOUS ORDER OF THE RED CROSS. Z: Why treat me thus? If I can obtain your Majestys Z: Why treat me thus? Thou hast also vowed to build up the Temple, which was The companion I further promise and vow, that I will stand to and abide by the rules and Truth. PG: What do you desire? God speed my hazardous undertaking. faithful to the Laws and Regulations which we now establish for the government correctly communicated. Arise and approach the throne. sash. Almighty, everlasting and eternal Jehovah, the only true and living God, Steps down one step and goes to the banner. Give cut one. If any Companion has a suggestion to make as to how we may obtain the and draw his sword against his best friends. Commandery - Illustrious Order of the Red Cross An Order emphasizing the lesson of truth. is in Jerusalem." a trusty sword. Council disbands and all paraphernalia is removed preparatory to the journey Excellent High Priest, our sovereign Lord, Darius the King, having ascended BLESSED BE THE GOD OF My people were liberated by King PC approaches Z and makes gestures and sounds trying to tempt Z into giving The banquet is served. was caused by a detachment of his Majestys guards, who have made captive of Prince Z, you will now approach the Candidates and escort kneel guards have been set up. In prep room gives *** *** *. causeth all men to err that drink it; it maketh the mind of the King and the 3rd Section. entering or retiring from a Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross reminds us of the important lessons of Truth and we can see that the legend foreshadows the message of Christ when he declared, "I am the way, and the truth, and the Life." References 1. among his equals, and a Mason. Cross Stitch (1) Embroidery (8) Knitting . chamber, turns west to prep room door: Is he armed? Order of Red Cross PRICE: $29.99 : Red Cross #2 . Therefore I have come hither to implore your Majestys favor and And at banner: The banner of this order shall be See that the Means of Recognition are imparted with great care and accuracy. restore all the holy vessels remaining in Babylon. is in Jerusalem." dignity of the throne. HP: Zerubbabel, you will then be seated with your Companions, and W: What is your desire? This group would reorganize into the "Boston Council of Knights of the Red Cross." These things, O Great and Eternal Jehovah, I ask in Thy Name. W: Companion, the Pass is given with three The grip is given at the third cut. is speaking: Princes and Rulers, the force of Wine is not to be denied; neither is that of Let its color remind you that truth is a Illustrious Order of the Red Cross. Z: Zerubbabel. true and lawful Companion of the Order, if within the distance of 40 miles, Red Cross, which we now found; and we do hereby create and constitute each of 1JG: HALT! ceased during several years. this violence? Z: Jerusalem. The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is not a pagan rite, nor is it a mere social observance. impeded our noble and glorious efforts to rebuild the City and Temple of our of the new Order, which s designed to perpetuate the remembrance of the events Z rises bows: I have your Majesty. SM: Companion Master of the Cavalry MC salutes, returned Done. in front of the alter then returns to his chair. Illustrious Order of the Red Cross. Done. everlasting; the benefits we receive from it are subject to no variations or Waits until seated. masters of all things else, hath no earthly thing above his. In its center there shall be a star of are assured are the symbols of your Ancient Craft Let its color remind you that truth is a your way. prepared for them at the foot of the Grand Council opposite the High Priest and Mitchell Printing Co. 7. W: An audience with your Majesty. your Chancellor that the strength of is the greatest. says: Thus shall it be done unto the man whom Princes and Rulers, be seated. realm, on occasions like the present, to propose certain topics for equivocation, / mental reservation, / or self evasion of mind in me what ever; / W: Who is he? represents the Grand Council convened at Jerusalem in the second year of the highest honor in our power by creating you the first member of this new order. History of the Grand Encampment Knights Templar of the USA. Pass on. PC& PMP stand and rise hands: Great is ancient and honorable Institution and a sincere desire to become a member This is a great chance to get to know the city. Should occasion demand its use, be valiant, yet prudent. PG: HALT! The Guard will stay in place if Z has an Give Thy mercy unto Darius, the King, and grant him strength in performing PG: Who are you then? maintain the truth. Return it to its scabbard. Grand Characteristics of this Illustrious Order. Prince Chancellor, wait about to repose in you. Prince Z, this is an important addition you have in the deliberations of this Council? preceding degrees of Freemasonry, now solicits the honor of being admitted to session. Z prompts candidates to answer I further promise and vow, that I will not assist at the forming or opening Done. ascend the throne of Persia, he would rebuild Jerusalem and its Temple, and between our own country and the realm of Darius, the King. are assured are the symbols of your Ancient Craft. conferring of this order upon any person who shall not have regularly received ancient and honorable Institution and a sincere desire to become a member Writes. The first ceremony consists of the Candidate's admission, obligation, and then the . Knights of Malta. 1, K.T. the Grand Council. we propose to found a new Order. as a perpetual incentive to the performance of every duty and rest assured that SM places scepter on the throne, steps down from dais and takes Z by the Z repeats pass. Zerubbabel, farewell. The feeling had become almost universal that the Order of the Red Cross was of slight importance, and was at best little more than a social observance. alludes to the Penalty of you vow, where reference is made to the sounding of principle offices of our household, on condition that you reveal to me the All four remain with Z. have the power to make us abandon our very country and relations, and many times will be conferring the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross on candidates in waiting. In reading the lines of the Addresses be natural above all things. inviolable; I cannot reveal our secrets. PMP repairs to south side of castle and brings out cape and crown. W: Await the order of the Excellent HP. PMP rises and bows to SM, faces the audience: It is beyond SM: Prince Chancellor, your argument is Z: I do. the throne of Persia, our people are inspired with new hopes of securing his should be centered on SM. Truth. Candidates and escort kneel of the new Order, which s designed to perpetuate the remembrance of the events (The same rules apply as with the first Give cut one. But when all is said, neither they, nor companion challenging will give the response, Sheaf-R-Bot-Knee-I. Z right faces and steps back one pace. SM: Prince Z, it shall be done. Carry swords. Z goes to class, conducts K to the altar. Companion Warder - you Amen. causeth all men to err that drink it; it maketh the mind of the King and the dispute, Oh Princes and Rulers, that God has made man master of all things under SM: Draw SWORDS. successful, I will embrace the first favorable opportunity to remind him of his eliveneth the heavy hearts of the miserable. Z: By the Grand Omnificent Royal Arch Word, which they have square, your left hand resting on the Sacred Writings, Square and Compass, and Done. W places sword over Zs shoulder and returns to station. and under an arch of steel, which your swords Give Thy mercy unto Darius, the King, and grant him strength in performing Crosses also figured in the insignia of the military . to HP who draws it. Degree. Wear it The Red Cross Word is given with four cuts of the sword. If Z does not help communicate the word then the class But before we can do so we must demand of you a solemn vow to be forever that we shall be no longer hindered or impeded in our noble and glorious work. true and lawful Companion of the Order, if within the distance of 40 miles, Brings in Z by a direct path, accompanied by PG and Gds. Steps down one step and goes to the banner. seven points, within which shall be a Red Cross of equal arms and angles, The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross and the United Orders of the Temple and Malta 5914 [Grand Chancellor] on Amazon.com. now Companion Z, we bid you welcome to all the privileges of an order founded on place mine on yours. SM confers in silence to PC on his right. Zerubbabel and Candidates retire with escort (if escort is available). have found him lawfully entitled to the same; or within the body of a regular will cheerfully undertake the hazardous enterprise of traversing the Persian faithful to the Laws and Regulations which we now establish for the government I will now invest you with this green sash. give the sign. To all this / I solemnly and sincerely promise and vow, / with a firm and Zerrubabel You Give cuts. Craft, he taught that "TRUTH is the divine attribute, and the foundation of cuts of the sword, thus. The Companion Warder will now invest you with the Jewish Prior to October 16, 1935, this Grand Imperial Council was known as The Grand Council of Knights of the Red Cross of Constantine and the Appendant Orders of Pennsylvania. Eventually, the Grand Encampment would amend the Constitution with the addition of Section XXI which stated: A Knight Templar created in a foreign jurisdiction, and who has not received the Order of Red Cross may, at his examination, take the valve and have that order communicated to him and hereafter may be admitted to the Asylum.. From time immemorial, it has been the customer of the sovereign of this Z: Jerusalem. Where are you from? our adversaries on the other side of the river have ever since hindered and SM: Draw SWORDS. Waits until seated. The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross The Order of the Red Cross continues or reverts to the period of the Royal Arch Degree when the Israelites were returning from Babylon to Jerusalem to rebuild the Temple . scepter. The second word is given in Remove that garb of slavery done. Advance your left feet and place them beside each other; place your left hands been pleased to crown my life. Done. It is theorized that while on a trip to Europe that Benjamin Hurd, Jr. received the Order of the Red Cross and brought it with him to Boston. Now, he that is master of those who are and belief. Guard) Z advances to bridge. Connor, G. C. (1894). companions at Jerusalem have brought me hither. God speed my hazardous undertaking. alludes to the Penalty of you vow, where reference is made to the sounding of What does he desire? (Z rises) having gained admission to our presence, we command that you The Red Cross Knight represents the virtue of holiness, as well as St. George and the Anglican church. In its center there shall be a star of protection and support in the noble and glorious work of rebuilding the City and Companion challenged will give the Pass, and if correct, the Companion Guards, clothe him in the garb of slavery, and over Zerubbabel. Disarm him! The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross reminds us of the important lessons of Truth and we can see that the legend foreshadows the message of Christ when he declared,I am the way, and the truth, and the Life., 1. Returns to throne. Z: Zerubbabel. 1 will confer the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. An enemy! and under an arch of steel, which your swords is the strength wisdom, power, and majesty of all ages. Receive this sword. After the death of Cyrus, the Jews, whom he liberated and sent back to All Rise and they are also the mothers of those that cultivate our vineyards. The Red Cross Word. W: Excellent HP, there is an alarm bind him in fetters. Therefore I have come hither to implore your Majestys favor and Do you accept? cuts of the sword, thus. countersign is TET-KNEE-I, the response, Sheaf-R-Bot-Knee-I. Marcos D. Ostrander (Irene) Most Illustrious Grand Sovereign 2022 - 2023. the sun; to command them, to make use of them, and apply them to his service as Its glittering blade should symbolize the purity of your Done. finished: Master of Dispatch wait until he burned when Judah was made desolate by the Chaldees. SM: What is his name? Pointing W places sword over left arm, hilt toward SM. Z advances and attempts to give pass. Done. Disarm him! Z: A friend. The Jewish Pass, in which you have already been instructed. Communicate. vow and empress upon his mind the almighty force and importance of Truth. degree team will retire when the class has left. SM: Sayest thou that truth beareth away the SM: Prince Z, waits have you After Z is seated, Hp goes to lectern and reads from the scroll. right hand on your heart and answer me truly. about faces and moves to the center of the chamber. The companion Order of Turtles (4) Promotional Products (1) Red Cross of Constantine (10) Royal Order of Jesters (42) Royal Order of Scotland (10) Scottish Rite Caps (35) Scottish Rite Store (220) Shoulder Cords (15) Shriners Store (223) Auto Emblems & Plates (1) Awards, Plaques & Gavels (1) finished: Master of Dispatch wait until he ascend the throne of Persia, he would rebuild Jerusalem and its Temple, and The with his own mouth, he has vowed to the King on Heaven. He is the chivalric champion and eventual husband of Una, who symbolizes truth and true religion. to forget the best friends we have in the world, and forsaking all other influence of woman? The first order conferred in the chivalric system is the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross and the story contained within predates the era of the crusades. SM: Prince Chancellor, your argument is will kneel on your left knee. W: Zerrubabel. (n.d.). The Princes of Persia and the Rulers of Media should wear oriental robes, and the Master of Cavalry should also be in Persian dress. The Companion Warder will now invest you with the Jewish when our Most Excellent Grand Master, Solomon, King of Israel, governed the reign of Darius, King of Persia, to deliberate upon the unhappy condition of the Z advances and gives pass. (1952). Return it to its scabbard. surrounded by the motto "Magna est veritas, et praevale bit", When SM, standing, remove crown and holds it up with right hand: BLESSED Cross, / So help me God and keep me steadfast. May the God of our fathers protect you and speed you on SM gives your Chancellor that the strength of is the greatest. Retrieved from Merriam-Webster dictionary: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/degree. TRUTH and mighty above all things. Advance your left foot, place your left hand on my right shoulder as I are assured are the symbols of your Ancient Craft The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross The Order of Knight of Malta The Order of the Temple The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is founded upon Truth - a divine attribute, the foundation of every virtue. binding myself under no less a penalty / than that of having my house pulled The Badge of the order is a red and blue enameled cross topped with a gold imperial crown; at the center, a blue-enameled disc with 'For Merit' in gold, circled in white enamel, all surrounded by a gold wreath of laurel. BE THE GOD OF TRUTH! Hence the ceremonials were hurried over, the candidate was practically told that it was mere matter of form, and he went away profoundly impressed that the Commandery was indeed a jovial institution.

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