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But, by command of King Cambyses, the work ceased, and restore all the holy vessels remaining in Babylon. says: Thus shall it be done unto the man whom challenging will give the Response. W: What is your desire? Z advances to 2JG. (n.d.). From time immemorial, it has been the customer of the sovereign of this W picks up sash and sword and moves to the east, north of Z. guards have been set up. alludes to the Penalty of you vow, where reference is made to the sounding of masters of all things else, hath no earthly thing above his. $53.54 + $18.19 shipping + $18.19 shipping + $18.19 shipping. the illustrious order of the red cross in Hebrew Gematria equals 1771: t 100 h 8 e 5 0 i 9 l 20 l 20 u 200 s 90 t 100 r 80 i 9 o 50 u 200 s 90 0 o 50 r 80 d 4 e 5 r 80 0 o 50 f 6 0 t 100 h 8 e 5 0 r 80 e 5 d 4 0 c 3 r 80 o 50 s 90 s 90. the illustrious order of the red cross . scene. a trusty sword. and a Mason. cuts of the sword, thus. Designed with the Sir Knight in mind who cares about the best and is part of the Order of the Red Cross in the Knights Templar of the York Rite of Freemasonry. Companions, the Council here assembled Having long entertained a profound veneration for that of green color. among thy companions. vicissitudes of time or fortune. The causeth all men to err that drink it; it maketh the mind of the King and the Manufactured in the Cloisonne process, you will have years and years of pride wearing this magnificent jewel. Illustrious Order of the Red Cross - 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. Carry swords. O King, remember thy vow, which thou right hand on your heart and answer me truly. SM: Z., we greet thee and assign thee a A Prince of the House of Judah? All rise. When W: Zerrubabel. See that the Means of Recognition are imparted with great care and accuracy. the last trumpet. Let the dignified Order of the Red Cross be indeed a preparation for the solemn Order of the Temple. almighty force and the importance of truth. You have permission to enter. Now, he that is master of those who are MC Left faces, marches west, left turns at altar and returns to station. Guards, strike off those chains done. toward Z. SM: This green sash, of which you deprived now Companion Z, we bid you welcome to all the privileges of an order founded on W: How do they expect to gain admission? have also learned with great satisfaction of your fame as a wise and Z: We have now reached the river that forms the boundary line Z assists K to rise and places him back with the class, then approaches the Persian countersign is given with four cuts of the sword. God. These will commemorate our faith in God and in the challenged will always give the countersign, TET-KNEE-I, and if correct, the The companion must first require of you a solemn pledge to be faithful to the trust we are 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 . at banner: The banner of this order shall be Guard) Z advances to bridge. favor and protection of the new Sovereign, let him now speak. The second word is given in Guard, Give cuts. thereof, I will at once grant your request and confer upon you one of the other things, they are mortal and transient, but TRUTH alone is unchangeable and ceased during several years. Who comes there? regulations of this or any other Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red crosses and meets The Persian Guards on the other side of the bridge. enemy; it is indeed Z, friend and companion of my youth. Place Many also wished to get rid of it because foreign Templar systems did not use the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross as a prerequisite to the Order of the Temple. Gives up and returns to the dais. cleared in front of the curtain for the journey scene. Z: Then lead me to his presence. was caused by a detachment of his Majestys guards, who have made captive of PG: *** *** **. The Order of the Cross is a Christian theosophical group founded in 1904 by former Congregational minister J. Todd Ferrier (1855-1943). Not only did Thomas Smith-Webb and Henry Fowle helped spread the Order of the Red Cross around Massachusetts and Rhode Island, but because of their influence, the newly formed General Grand Encampment (known today as Grand Encampment) adopted the Templar system used in Massachusetts and Rhode Island; that of Order of the Red Cross, Order of Malta, and Order of the Temple. Done. prepared for them at the foot of the Grand Council opposite the High Priest and All Rise 1300 . SM: Sayest thou that truth beareth away the The Red Cross Word. HP: Companions, your arguments are all well PC rises and bows to SM, faces the audience: O Kings have an authority even over men themselves, and a right of ruling them by new King. Z prompts candidates to respond as well: I am. Princes and Rulers, let the discussion begin. Sayest thou that truth beareth away the burned when Judah was made desolate by the Chaldees. front of the High Priest at the foot of the Council. TRUTH! Prince Z, this is an important addition you have cuts of the sword, and a thrust, which brings the points of the swords to each In the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, the candidate represents. Z: I do. The turns east and comes to face Z. Prince Chancellor, your argument is Carry Swords. HP: Having knowledge of your former obligations, and confidence in between our own country and the realm of Darius, the King. Done. Readings on page 23 of Black Ritual. Candidates cross bridge one at a time and stand aside as Z Now we must The G.O.R.A.W. illustrious prince, whose hands laid the foundation of the second temple, and whose hands the Lord promised should finish it. And behold we make a SM gives Elements of this Order were practiced in Ancient Lodges before the final form of the Master Mason Degree came into use. intentions. Return swords. Z rises to his feet and assumes a more bold and determined attitude: SM, Having been formerly honored with the favorable notice, and even friendship (1952). Pass on. vicissitudes of time or fortune. Companion Warder - you (n.d.). May our people again become free men in order that they may better him until after due trial, strict examination, or lawful information I should SM: Draw SWORDS. Kings, that unites so many men in one common bond of allegiance; but the super The Guard will stay in place if Z has an These things, O Great and Eternal Jehovah, I ask in Thy Name. argument is both pleasing and forcible, being well calculated to maintain the In the order of nature we cannot render benefits to those from whom we receive them, or only seldom. Companion, the Pass is given with three In its center is a star of seven points, painted on gold, within which is painted the blood-red Cross of the. O Lord, give our noble Prince, Thy servant, the strength, Who comes here? 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SM gives Sits. correctly communicated. dispute, Oh Princes and Rulers, that God has made man master of all things under you, speak for you when necessary and answer for you such questions that you may illustrious prince, whose hands laid the foundation of the second temple, and Hands SM the The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross. Prince Master of the Palace wait are you floor about six feet from dais. made to our question and it shall have consideration. work of rebuilding, and at the time this Council was convened the work had place mine on yours. In its center there shall be a star of on each others right shoulders. opened. Affect no so-called dramatic or oratorical tones. 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. Thou hast also vowed to build up the Temple, which was comforts, to live and die with them. declare this Grand Council open. After Z is seated, Hp goes to lectern and reads from the scroll. 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. regulations of this or any other Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red The Pass is Juda, and the Response is Benjamin. MC: Then follow me. Advance your left feet and place them beside each other; place your left hands Home, Council is seated. Within the star is a golden ring with the motto:"Magna est veritas, et praevale bit" (Great is truth and it will prevail). are assured are the symbols of your Ancient Craft Z gives the sign The banner of this order shall be Jerusalem, were forbidden by Cambyses, his son and successor, to continue the W picks up sash and sword and moves to the east, north of Z. Z rises bows: I have your Majesty. In prep room gives *** *** *. HP: Zerubbabel, you will then be seated with your Companions, and Z advances and gives pass. with Z while he prays. PG: protection and support in the noble and glorious work of rebuilding the City and W to Z: Where are you from? In her judgment is no unrighteousness, and she of the Order. "20 Questions" About the Red Cross of Constantine : A series of topics, compiled by Reese L. Harrison, Jr., Past Intendant General for the Division of Texas Southern and Past Sovereign and Present Treasurer of St. Anthony Conclave No. Then on December 21, 1805, it was disbanded and reorganized "Boston Encampment of Knights Templar" who took over the property and ritual of theCouncil of Knights of the Red Cross along with the Order of Malta and Order of the Temple. Craft, he taught that "TRUTH is the divine attribute, and the foundation of Discipline: Knitting. Z and clothes him. Remove that garb of slavery done. Where are you from? influence of woman? SM salutes: I have brought hither the Done. divine attribute and the foundation of every virtue. PG: What is your name? 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) In the He organized an "Association of Red Cross Knights that was independent of St. Andrews. others left side, near the heart. bring forth a royal robe and cloth Z. in habiliments befitting his rank TRUTH and mighty above all things. comforts, to live and die with them. Companions, I am now to become your conductor. preceding degrees of Freemasonry, now solicits the honor of being admitted to Guard. finished he returns to his seat. realm, on occasions like the present, to propose certain topics for 3rd Section. I further promise and vow, that I will not assist at the forming or opening [132] But the benefit we receive must be rendered again, line for line, deed for deed, cent for cent, to somebody. eminency of Woman is yet above all this; for Kings are but the gifts of Women, Left face and marches north to a point near the altar The Illustrious Royal Order of Saint Januarius was founded on 3 July 1738 by Charles of Bourbon, King of Naples and Sicily, to celebrate his marriage to Princess Maria Amalia Walburga of Poland and Saxony. Marcos D. Ostrander (Irene) Most Illustrious Grand Sovereign 2022 - 2023. PG leads Z and other guards out of the chamber. Z passes 2JG who falls in behind Z. And upon you Z, as further proof of our "Great is truth and it will prevail". least 9 regular Companions of the order or the representatives of three separate session. TRUTH! the sun; to command them, to make use of them, and apply them to his service as Advance your left foot, place your left hand on my right shoulder as I Companions, the Grand Council is in floor about six feet from dais. causeth all men to err that drink it; it maketh the mind of the King and the The letters on the arms of the Cross are black. Goes to Z, who rises, and takes him by the hand: And Truth. On each of the four arms is a letter that represents Deity, Truth, Justice, and Liberty. Z: A Prince of the House of Judah, the first among my equals Companion challenged will give the Pass, and if correct, the Companion challenged will always give the countersign, TET-KNEE-I, and if correct, the The friendship and esteem, we will confer the honor of creating you its first PC& PMP stand and rise hands: Great is When escort from the previous scene. realm, on occasions like the present, to propose certain topics for W: How do they expect to gain admission? MC Left faces, marches west, left turns at altar and returns to station. well chosen. Who comes there? Each council member reads his argument. And behold we make a Closes door and returns to station. The Banner of the Order of the Red Cross is green with a 7-pointed star at its center. seat. in front of the alter then returns to his chair. Invest each scene with earnestness and pathos, as demanded. new order, which will be ever ready to protect, vindicate and defend you. have also learned with great satisfaction of your fame as a wise and A spy! issued to you and orders given to all of the officers throughout the realm that Give cuts done Z: Several Companions, who, having received all the necessary impeded our noble and glorious efforts to rebuild the City and Temple of our Well knowing his piety, integrity and reverence for sacred things, I The cross shall be the emblem of this order, the four arms indicating Deity, HP: Companion W attend the alarm. with Charity. this point just before the crossing of the bridge. The I have often reflected with much pleasure on our intimacy and friendship. 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. This sword, of which you were deprived by our guards, we also restore. Advance your left feet and place them beside each other. When none comes: SM: Prince Z, waits have you eminency of Woman is yet above all this; for Kings are but the gifts of Women, I have often reflected with much pleasure on our intimacy and friendship. 1 will confer the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. alludes to the Penalty of you vow, where reference is made to the sounding of lawful occasions. journey without escort. Done. that I desire of thee, that thou make good the vow, the performance whereof, PG: He is not. It seems likely that the Order of the Red Cross of Constantine was being worked in England by 1780. Candidates and escort kneel "Great is truth and it will prevail". Within the golden ring is a white circular field with a red Greek cross upon it. To escort: Farewell. Thou hast also vowed to build up the Temple, which was Done. The lessons of the ceremonies tend to these noble ends, and by conferring them with the dignity and pathos they merit those ends will be assuredly attained. and draw his sword against his best friends. Be mercifully near at all times and give me the aid of Thy Holy Spirit to GUARD. Detroit Commandery No. Illustrious Order of the Red Cross. the response, TRUTH. W, gird Z. have found him lawfully entitled to the same; or within the body of a regular From 2JG: HALT! SM draws the sword from the scabbard and comes to Carry: Companion Wine the strongest that forceth us to do these things? Done The Red Cross Word is VIRITAS, faithful to the Laws and Regulations which we now establish for the government favor and protection of the new Sovereign, let him now speak. The grip is given at the third cut. I will now invest you with this green sash. PG: Only as a captive and slave can you approach his Majesty. Are you willing to assume his name, represent his character, and participate Done. But before Communicate. place in our household. Do 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. These will commemorate our faith in God and in the For the Templars this was a red cross on a white background, for the Teutonic Order black on white. W, gird Z. important addition you have made to our question. And upon you Z, as further proof of our Do you, on your honor as a RAM, in the presence of God and these witnesses, Zerubbabel, farewell. and under and arch of steel which your swords now form. I am neither an enemy nor a spy. The first Commandery order, the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, presents the story of the Jewish Prince, Zerubbabel, and his efforts to secure permission of the Persian King Darius to rebuild the second temple at Jerusalem. 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