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www.stichtingargus.flI RITUAL No. 1
www.stichtingargus.fll THE ORDER OF THE TEMPLE
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Preface to 1974 Edition
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vwwadkh~ingargus.nl In this issue of the Ritual the ceremonies of the
wWW~fl1ICht h~gargus.nl Temple and Knight of Malta have been separated
into two books. All reference to the ceremonies in
wWWd~(JChIJ ;gargus.flI Great Priory has been omitted.
In certain places the rubric has been expanded
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the chief of which are summarised below —
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and faces East, in order to offer prayer, he
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www.stichtingargus.fll O During the Opening, the invitation by the E.P.
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fied, so as to avoid the tendency for Knights to
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www.stichtingargus.fll During the Ceremony the Marshal is now
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to be seated on all occasions except two, when
www.stichtingargus.fll he is involved in other duties, and the E.P. does
wwW. stichtingargus.fll it for him.
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Candidate, is produced to the E.P. by the
wwW. stichtingargus.fll Marshal before the Candidate is admitted.
wwW stichtingargus.nl An alteration in the wording has been made
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Mason are given to the E.P.
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www,~tichti ngargus.nl More detail is given with regard to the com- INTRODUCTION
WW w1~i~htiflgatgUs.fll munication of the Sign of a Crusader, the Grand
T the beginning of the XVlIIth century all
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Sign and the Grand Grip, so as to ensure that
the authorised wording is used by the EP. A Freemasons professed belief in the Christian
Trinity as a matter of course, but the Constitutions
WWW,~khIJt~garguS.fll A fuller eKplanation is given of the method of 1723 and 1738 opened the doors to “all Good
by which the challenge is to be given, and also Men and True” irrespective of their religious
wwwa~tichtl ngargus.ni the way in which the Candidate guards h~s head. persuasion, with the sole exception of Atheists.
www.8tichtingargus.nl There is an alteration in the sequence of events This affected Roman Catholics and Protestants
alike, but the Lodge ballot boxes provided an
www.stichtingargus.fll when the Novice writes his name on the stone. adequale remedy. The Papal Bull, “In Eminenti
www. stichtingargus.flI The Novice removes his cap for the accolade. Apostolatus Specula,” of 1738 excommunicated all
Freemasons and any who aided them after its
wwW.stichtingargus.nl EP. does not retain hold of the sword of the promulgation and registration with the Civil Auth-
www.stichtingargus.fll Knight after presentation, and the Knight returns orities in the various Dioceses. This produced an
it without assistance from the EP. immediate reaction, and by about 1740 a number
www.stichtingargus.fll of Degrees with a Christian background appeared
The final remark by the E.P. to the Candidate
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in France and gradually spread over Europe.
www.stichtingargus.fll omitted The most important of these were a Masonic
Templar Rite and a Rose Croix Degree, neither of
www. stichtingargus.nl At the Installation of the E.P., each Officer which has any historical or ritual connection with
slands to be invested, and does not kneel. the old Military Orders or with the medi~val
www.stichtingargus.fll Rosicrucians
www.stichtingargus.fll It is not known how, or precisely when, the
www.stichtingargus.nl Templar-Malta Rite reached the British Isles, but
traces of it are found in the 1760s and the wide
www.stichtingargus.fll variety of the ritual forms extant by the end of the
www.stichtingargus.nl century suggests that they came from different
sources In all cases the Degrees appear to have
www.stichtingargus.fll been adopted by Royal Arch Chapters and, at
www.stichtingargus.fll first, worked by them under their eKisting Warrants.
wwW. stichtingargus.nl After the failure of an attempt by the Baldwyn
Encampment at Bristol to organize matters on a
www.stichtingargus.fll national basis an approach was made to Thomas
III Dunckerley, who received sufficient support
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1NtiOIfli ngargus.fll throughout the country to form a Grand Encamp- by the individual Encampments; but in the 1850’s
ment. In 1791 he presided over the first meeting it was felt desirable to introduce a measure of
wWW1Ut kItt~ n~argus.fll of the Grand Conclave composed of seven uniformity. All the old workings were studied, and
www,~1khtie gargus.nl independent Encampments. From innate conserv- the present-day Templar ritual was built round the
atism, doubts as to the effect of the Secret Societies core of one dating from Ihe XVIIIth century. A
www,tit] ~hLIngorgus.nI Act, 1799, and various other factors, it was some few years later the same was done for the
WWW,N~iChtI i~gargus.nI years before the movement received general Mediterranean Pass (Knight of St. Paul) and Malta
acceptance, degrees.
www.~tIChtI ngargus~ni During the Grand Mastership of the Duke of In the 1 870s a serious attempt was made to
www.stichtingargus.flI Sussex (1812-1843) there was for a time a stiong extend this piinciple to embrace England and
www.stichtingarguS.fll section in the United Grand Lodge bitterly opposed Wales, Scotland, and Ireland under a Convent
to all Masonic activity outside the Craft and Royal General, with domestic control reserved to each
www.stichtingargus.nl Arch, in spite of the grudging toleration of the country but a ritual common to all. Only England
www.stichtingargus.fll “Degrees of the Orders of Chivalry” inserted in and Ireland put this into effect, for Scotland retired
Article II of the Act of Union of the Grand at an early stage of the negotiations. The changes
www.stichtingargu s.nI Lodges; and, to avoid adding fuel to the fire, the aroused opposition throughout the English Juris-
www.stichtingargus.flI Duke ceased to summon the Grand Conclave, diction and the plan had to be modified. But, in
which at that time was the Warranting Authority; spite of the subsequent adhesion of the Sovereign
www.stichtingargus.fll but he instructed his Headquarters to grant Great Priory of Canada, Convent General tottered
Dispensations to meet and install Knights, pending to an unlamented death in 1896, when each
www.stichtingargus.fll the issue of formal Warrants. Country reverted to complete independence, in
www.stichtingargus.fll By the I 830s tension had eased and the Duke, respect of both Administration and Ritual.
www.stichtingargus.nl under his own signature and without reference to
the Grand Conclave, warranted a few Encamp-
www.stichtingargus.nl ments and erected a Province for Dorset. After his
www.stichtingargus.nl death in 1843 the position had so far improved
that the Duke’s Deputy, John Christian Burckhardt,
www.stichtingargus.fll was able to resume Grand Conclave meetings,
www.stichtingargus.fll Col. C. K. Kemeys Tynte was installed as Grand
Masler, and normal conditions were restored,
WwW. stichtingargus.nl except that the grant of Warrants remained in the
www.stichtingargus.nl sole discretion of the Grand Masters,
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did not interfere with the form of ritual worked
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The apartment represents a Chapel of the Order.
a Cross in the East is placed an Altar on which are:—a
h. e Candles Bible, a Cross, two lighted Candles and an Alms
d, e Flower Vases Dish. The S. is in the centre of the Chapel (see
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In the West is placed a table on which is pro-
vided Bread and Water.
The Eminent Preceptor’s Chair is in the N.E.
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on the North side of the A/tar.
I riangle The Chaplain is stationed in the S.E. on the
2 Cruci lix South side of the Altar. In mast cases, when the
3 \‘ofHG Chaplain oilers prayer, he stands in the middle of
4 S and Xbns the Altar, facing East, and removes his headdress:
5 Cup of wine after “A — Men” has been said or sung, he re-
places his headdress and resumes his place: the
6 I amb exception to this is the Benediction given at the
7 Dose end of Closing the Preceptory. Whenever the E.P.
5 Cock is seated, so also is the Chaplain.
9 Cube, lkn and The First and Second Constables are stationed
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in the S.W. and N.W. respectively, with the Marshal
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between them, who has the Deputy Marshal on
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The Marshal draws and returns his sword on all Salutation of the Order —A - B.c.t.
~ww.stichtingarguS.fll occasions when the Knights are called” To Order” (for details see page 62)
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most occasions he sets the time for the other Collection of Alms
~ww.stichtingargUS.fll Knights for these Drills.
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Whenever possible the Candidate should be on calls the Knights to rise: they do no not draw
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the collection.
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moves in front of the Altar and stands facing West.
appointed.
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Where no Deputy Marshal is appointed, the collection has completed, he stands in front of the
www.stichtingargilS.fll Marshal will be assisted by the Ist Herald. Chaplain facing East: he hands the Alms to the
www.stichtingargUs.flJ Chaplain, who turns right-about: he oilers the Alms
The Deputy Marshal may, if it is desired, take at the Altar, turns right-about again and hands the
www.stichtingarguS.fll charge of the Candidate when there is only one; in Alms back to the Knight who had collected them:
www.stichtingargUS.fll which case he will be assisted by the 1st Herald: he places them on the Treasurer’s table and returns
M. then directs the movements of the Knights. to his place; the Chaplain returns to his place.
www.st[chtiflgargUS.fll Arch of Steel, Salutes, etc., as laid down in the The M. instructs the Knights to be seated.
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Reports (other than those for the Candidate) are
www.stichtingargUS.fll The Captain of Guards is stationed within the
dealt with as follows:—
entrance of the Chapel. He draws his sword when
~ww.stichtingargUS.fll the Knights are first called “ To Order “. He keeps GuARD—Knocks 11111 II
www.stichtingargUS.fll it drawn until the Knights “Return Swords” after C.OF G.—Brother 2nd Constable there is a
the Preceptory has been closed. When the Knights
www.stichtingarguS.fll are called “To Order” he stands with his sword report.
w~vw.stichtingargUS.fll at the “Carry “. When the Knights are seated, he 2ND C—Brother Captain of Guards, see who
sits “at ease “, i.e., with blade of his sword resting seeks admission.
www.stichtingargUS.fll on his Right shoulder, the Right hand holding the C.OF G. to Guard—Who comes here?
www.stichtingarguS.fll hilt of the sword, being crossed over the Left, in
front of him. 1: GUARD.—The Knight....
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E.P.—Admit him, Brother Captain of Guards. An Arch of Steel is formed in the West under the
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The Knight is admitted, draws his sword, salutes
www. stichtingargus.nl the E.P. with the S. of Crus., returns his M.—Brother Knights. To—order.
www.stichti ngargus.nl sword and takes his seat.
E.P. enters under the Arch of Steel and takes the
www. stichtingargus.nl Guarding the Sepulchre Chair.
www. stichtingargus.nl The minimum number of Knights to guard the Order of Procession:—
Sepulchre ts four (one on each side): eight Knights Dep. Marshal
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Great Officers (Juniors leading)
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2nd Constable 1st Constable
and West). It is desirable for the Marshal to
www. stichtingargus.nl nominate the Knights and rehearse this movement Chaplain
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Where the Knights of the Arch of Steel guard
www.stichtingargus.nl the S. the drill is given on pages 60 and 61. (Marshal)
www.stichtingargus.nl The Knights brining the Arch of Steel resume
their stations under the direction of the
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All Crosses, Stars and Jewels, except those
E.P. rises —Brother Knights To—order. Assist
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me to open this Preceptory.
www.stichtingargus.nl left breast of the Tunic and not on the EP.—Are the approaches properly guarded?
Ribbon, nor on the red cross on the Tunic.
www.stichtingargus.nl Marshal proceeds to the entrance, sees Capt. of
The Cross should be nearer to the centie,
www.stichtingargus.nl the Malta Jewel next to it and in line with it, Guards at his post. He opens the door and
sees Guard at his post. He closes the door,
www.stichtingargus .nl and the Star should be just below them. returns to his place and reports.
www.stichtingargus.nl MOURNING M. (no sign).—Eminent Preceptor, the appro-
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aches are properly guarded.
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on the Mantle. the Temple.
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himself that it is so. He gives the S. of Crus. Spirit that she may alway incline to Thy will and
www.stichtingargus.nl and reports. walk in Thy way. Endue her plenteously with
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heavenly gifts, grant her in health and wealth long
to live, strengthen her that she may vanquish and
www.stichtingargus.nl true Brethren of the Temple. overcome all her enemies, and finally after this
wwW. stichtingargus.nl EP.—Brother Registrar, Call the Roll. life she may attain everlasting joy and felicity;
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
www.stichtingargus.nl Each Knight, on hearing his name, says “Here”
The Lord’s Prayer is then recited by all.
www.stichtingargus.nl and gives the S. of Crus.
Our Father, which art in heaven, Hallowed be
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—I now call upon the Chaplain. Thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done,
wwW. stichtingargus.nl Chaplain, stands in front of the Altar, facing East, in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our
www.stichtingargus.nl and removes his headdress. — daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses,
we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead

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For thine is the kingdom, The power, and the
wxvwstichtingargus.nl Merciful Redeemer of perishing mankind, who glory, For ever and ever. A—men.
w’WW. stichtingargus.nl has promised that Thou wouldst be in the midst
of those assembled in Thy Holy Name; look down Chaplain replaces headdress and resumes his place.
www.stichtingargus.nl upon us, Thy humble servants, with an eye of
E.P.—Exhorting you, my Brethren, to bear
www.stichtingargus.nl tender compassion, and so direct us that our always in mind the solemn and sacred ties by
labours may be begun, continued and ended in love which we are bound to the Order and to one
www.stichtingargus.nl to Thee, affection to our companions, protection another, I now, in the name of the Holy, Blessed
to the distressed, and obedience to our Order.
www.stichtingargus.nl Amen. and Glorious Trinity, and in the name of *Cbrist
our Prophet, *Christ our Priest, *Chrjst our King,
wwW.stichtingargus.nl declare this Preceptory to be open.
The Prayer for the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty
wwW. stichtingargus.nl may be read by the Chaplain. *The EP. pronounces these words slowly. He and
www.stichti ngargus.nl 0 Lord our Heavenly Father, high and mighty, the Knights salute with the S. of Crus.
www.stichtingargus.nl King of Kings, Lord of Lords, the only Ruler of The Chaplain opens the Bible on the Altar; the
Princes, Who dost from Thy Throne behold all the Marshal that on the S.; both at St. John.
www.stichtingargus.nl dwellers upon earth. Most heartily we beseech Chap. I.
wwwstichtingargus.nl Thee, with Thy favour to behold our Most
Gracious Sovereign Lady Queen ELIZABETH The EP. takes his seat.
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E.P. with three.
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The Knights gzve the Salutation of the Order thrice E.P.—Bro. Knights, have you aught to propose
www.stichtingargus.fli taking the time from the M. (for details for the advancement of the Glory of the Cross, or
www.stichtingargus.nl see page 62) for the Honour of our Order?
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Any propositions are now made.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Bro. Knights, we may now close this
www.stichtingargus.nl Preceptory, for, praise be to God, all is well, and
Note.—Preceptories which used the old method of God grant that it may so continue, and goodness
www.stichtingargus.nl Opening previous to 1900 are at liberty to be every day increased.
www.stichtingargus.nl continue to use that method.
E.P.—Bro. Knights, E.P. rises.—To—order.
www.stichtingargus.nl Listen to our Precepts.
www.stichtingargus.nl Chaplain, standing in his place, facing West.—
Love, honour, and fear God; walk after His com-
www.stichtingargus.nl mandments. Maintain and defend the christian
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Order. Be loyal to your Sovereign, dutiful to the
www. stichtingargus.nl Grand Master, and obedient to those who rule over
www.stichtingargus.nl you. Prefer honour to wealth. Be just and true
in word and deed. Give no willing cause of offence
www. stichtingargus.nl to any; but, while opposing wrong and injustice,
www.stichtingargus.nl deport yourselves courteously and gently. Assist
the distressed, the widow and the fatherless.
wwW. stichtingargus.nl Eschew all debasing employment, recreation and
wwW. stichtingargus.nl company; abhor pride and selfishness and so raise
the standard of chivalrous honour, striving for the
www. stichti ngargus.nl ~welfare of your Brethren.
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www. stichtingargus.nl “I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go
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Our feet shall stand within thy gates, 0 E.P.—In the name of the Holy, Blessed and
www.stichtingargus.nl Jerusalem. Glorious Trinity, and in the name of *C1~fist our
www.stichtingargus.nl Jerusalem is builded as a city that is compact Prophet, *Christ our Priest, *Christ our King, I
www.stichtingargus.nl together; close this Preceptory.
Whither the tribes go up, the tribes of the Lord, *The E.P. pronounces these words slowly. He and
www.stichtingargus.nl unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the Knights salute with the S. of Crus.
www.stichtingargus.nl the name of the Lord. CHAPLAIN, stands in front of the Altar, facing
www.stichtingargus.nl For there are set thrones of judgment, the West, without removing headdress: Knights adopt
thrones of the house of David. position of prayer. —
www.stichtingargus.nl Pray for the peace of Jerusalem; they shall May the blessing of our Heavenly Captain
www.stichtingargus.nl prosper that love thee. descend upon us, and remain with us now and ever-
www.stichtingargus.nl Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within more. Amen.
thy palaces. or
www.stichtingargus.nl For my brethren and companions’ sak es, I will Pax et Benedictio Dei Omnipotentis, Patxis, Fuji
www.stichtingargus.nl now say, Peace be within thee. et Spiritus Sancti, in vos descendat, et vobiscum
www.stichtingargus.nl Because of the house of the Lord our God, I maneat in s~cuIa s~ecuIorum. A—men.
wwW. stichtingargus.nl will seek thy good.” Knights carry swords.
Chaplain, stands in front of the Altar, facing East, Chaplain closes Bible on Altar.
www.stichtingargus.nl and removes his headdress.—Let us—Pray.
www.stichtingargus.nl 0 Merciful Lord, grant Thy Holy protection and M. closes Bible on S.
www.stichtingargus.nl salutary blessing to this Preceptory. Enlighten its An Arch of Steel is formed in the West under the
rulers with the rays of Thy Brightness, that they direction of the Marshal, and the E.P.
www.stichtingargus.nl may see the Just ways of our Heavenly Captain, retires.
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mitted to their charge so to follow them through Order of Recession—
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www. stichtingargus.nl Righteousness, they may overcome the enemies of
www. stichtingargus.nl Thy Holy Name, and finally arrive at the Heavenly Chaplain
Jerusalem, through Jesus Christ our Saviour. 2nd Constable is! Constable
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perse when the Arch of Steel is dismissed.
www.stichtingargus.nl If there is no Arch of Steel, the Knights The Candidate is prepared, habited as a Pilgrim,
www.stichtingargus.nl return swords under the direction of the wearing a mantle of brown, with a cord
Marshal when E.P. and his recession have round his waist; a scrip over his left
www.stichtingargus.nl left the Preceptory. shoulder,- a water-bottle over his right
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pilgrim’s stafi in his right hand. He is con-
www.stichtingargus.nl Both during the Opening and the Closing ducted to the entrance of the Preceptory by
www.stichtingargus.nl appropriate music may be played. the Guard. The Alarm (I I I I) is sounded
without.
C.OF G.—Brother Second Constable, there is an
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PRIORY the titles of the various Officers must 2ND C.—Ascertain the cause thereof.
www.stichtingargus.nl be changed accordingly, and all the Prayers and The C. of G. opens the door and seeing Can, closes
Scripture Extracts read.
www. stichtingargus.nl it and reports with the S. of Crus.
www. stichtingargus.nl C. OF G.—Eminent Preceptor, a stranger is en-
deavouring to enter our Preceptory.
E P.—~-Be cautious, and see who the intruder is.
www. stichtingargus.nl C OF G., opening the door.—Who comes here?-
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travels, weary and fatigued, having heard of this
www. stichtingargus.nl Preceptory of Knights Templar, is anxious to take
www. stichtingargus.nl sefuge therein, and, if possible, to be admitted to
the privileges of the Order.
COF G.—What recommendation does he bring?
Guard.—The sign and first word of a Royal
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communicate the word. Done. weary and fatigued, having heard of this
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Preceptory of Knights Templar, is anxious to take
refuge therein, and, if possible, to be admitted to
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www. stichtingargus.nl C.oE G. closes the door, faces E.P., and salutes 2ND C.—What recommendation does he bring?
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a pilgrim on his travels, weary and M —The sign and first word of a Royal Arch
www.stichtingargus.nl fatigued, having heard of this Preceptory of Mason.
www.stichtingargus.nl Knights Templar, is anxious to take refuge therein, 2ND C. to Can.—Show me that sign and com-
and if possible, to be admitted to the privileges of municate the word.
www.stichtingargus.nl the Order.
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www.stichtingargus.nl 2ND C., ca ries sword.—Pass in the Name of
C.OF G.—The sign and first word of a Royal
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The Marshal leads the Pilgrim to the First
www.stichtingargus.nl E P.—Let him be admitted with caution. Constable, who challenges him in the same
www.stichtingargus.nl Marshal goes to door, receives Declaration Book words as the Second Constable, and receives
from the Guard and takes it to the E.P. the same answer.
E.P.—1 confirm that the Declaration has been The Marshal then places the Can, in the West
www.stichtingargus.nl duly signed. (between the Constables).
wv’,rw. stichtingargus.nl M.—Show that sign to the E.P. and communicate
Marshal places Declaration Book on Registrar’s
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www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Welcome in the Name of - rest
yourself and partake of bread, the staff of life, and
www.stichtingargus.nl The Pilgrim is admitted by the C. of G., received water, the only refreshment we can at present
by the Marshal, and conducted to the Second
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proffer you.
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M.—Bro. Knights. Be—seated.
www.stichtingargus.nl breast.—Who are you who dares to penetrate thus The Pilgrim is then seated in the Marshal’s chair,
far into our Preceptory. M. must NOT attempt and refreshed with bread and water from
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www. stichtingargus.nl Pilgrim has partaken thereof, he is instructed
www.stichtingargus.nl by the Marshal to rise and thereafter is 2ND C. to M.—Halt.
prompted in his replies. M. and Can. face East.
E P.—Pilgrim, you have sought refuge in our 2ND C., salutes with the S. of Crus.—Eminent
www. stichtingargus.nl Preceptory, and desire to be admitted to the priv- Preceptor, the Pilgrim has performed three years
www.stichtingargus.nl ileges of our Order, let me therefore demand of of his pilgrimage, and having evinced great zeal
you, on whom in the hour of danger do you rely? i) and fidelity, I beg to request that you will remit
www.stichtingargus.nl the remainder of the term.
Pilgrim.—On God.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Brother Second Constable, I readily accede
E.P.—And in whom do you put your trust for to your request, and remit the remainder of the
www.stichtingargus.nl eternal salvation? term.
www.stichtingargus.nl Pilgrim—In our blessed Saviour Jesus Christ. M.—Bro. Knights. Resume your stations.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Can you give me any proof of your Chaplain, stands in front of the Altar, facing East,
www.stichtingargus.nl sincerity? and removes his headdress.—Let us—Pray.
www.stichtingargus.nl I I Pilgrim.—I am willing to undertake any task, EP. rises; Pilgrim, prompted, assumes the Sign of
however perilous, which may entitle me to admis-
www.stichtingargus.nl sion under your banner as a Soldier of the Cross.
Fidelity.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Then, as a proof of your faith, I enjoin
PRAYER
www.stichtingargus.nl you a seven years’ pilgrimage. This you will O Great Emmanuel, our heavenly Captain, look
figuratively perform, by proceeding seven times down, we beseech Thee, on this Preceptory and
www.stichtingargus.nl round the Preceptory. impart Thy Holy Grace to the Candidate now
www.stichtingargus.nl before Thee, that he may acquit himself as a good
M.—Brother Knights. To—order. Guard the and faithful Soldier of the Cross, and hence-
www.stichtingargus.nl S. forward with a firm resolution shun all occasions
of offending Thee, and so become worthy of Thy
www.stichtingargus.nl The EP., Chaplain, and the 1st and 2nd C., remain
acceptance and salvation. A—men.
at their respective stations. A number of
www.stichtingargus.nl Knights, or those who formed the Arch of Chaplain, replaces headdress and resumes his place.
www.stichtingargus.nl Steel (see Drill), form round the S. and
stand to order, facing outwards. The E.P.—Let the Pilgrim now approach the Holy
www.stichtingargus.nl Marshal conducts the Pilgrim round the Sepulchre and, kneeling on both knees and placing
www.stichtingargus.nl Preceptory, preceding him with a drawn both hands on the Holy Gospels, enter into a
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The Marshal removes the Pilgrim’s hat and stall of the Country in which I do, or may, reside;
www.stichtingargus.nl which he hands to Dep.M. who places them strictly to observe and maintain the Ancient Laws
wwwstichtingargus.nl in the West. He instructs the Pilgrim to and Regulations of the Order, and the statutes of ~‘~‘
advance, kneel at the foot of the Sepulchre, the Great Priory of England and Wales~ and toAZ,,~
www stichtingargus.nI and place his hands on the Holy Gospels; answer and obey, so far as lies in my power all
the 1st and 2nd Con. leave their stations, and summonses sent to me. To all these points I~~~’~’(
www stichtingargus.nl cross their drawn swords on the Pilgrim’s swear fidelity, without evasion, equivocation or
www stichtingargus.nl hands. Other Knights remain with their mental reservation of any kind,~under no less a
www. stichtingargus.nl swords at the “Carry “. penalty than the loss of life, by having my h - - d
E.P.—Pilgrim, you will state your Christian s....k off and placed on the point of a p e
www stichtingargus.nl Names and Surname, and say after me — ors...e;mys...ls..na r,andmyb....s
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warning to all infidels and traitors)~ So help me
www.stichtingargus.nl OBLIGATION Christ, and keep me steadfast in this my solemn
www.stichtingargus.nl I , in the name of the Holy, Blessed and obligation -
Glorious Trinity, and in the presence of the
Constables raise their swords and “engage” them
www.stichtingargus.nl Knights here assembled, do hereby and hereon
over Novice’s head.
most solemnly promise and swear never to reveal
www.stichtingargus.nl the secrets of a Knight Templar to anyone beneath ThP.—You will seal that solemn obligation seven
www. stichtingargus.nl that rank, unless it be to a Candidate for the same. times with your lips on the Holy Gospels.
in a lawful Preceptory of Knights Templar, and
www.stichtingargus.nl then only whilst acting as a regularly installed Novice does so.
www.stichtingargus.nl Preceptor. I furthermore solemnly promise, that ER—Arise, Novice of our Order. Constables
I will faithfully defend and maintain the holy carry swords and resume their stations.
www.stichtingargus.nl Christian faith against all unprovoked attacks of
its enemies; that I will not shed the blood of a Novice rises.
www.stichtingargus.nl Knight Templar in wrath, unless it be in the just M—Bro. Knights. Be—seated. E.P sits. Novice
www. stichtingargus.nl wars of sovereign princes or states; but, on the remains standing.
contrary, will defend him, even at the risk of my
www. stichtingargus.nl life, where or whensoever his life or his honour ER—Let the Novice be divested of his pilgrim’s
www.stichtingargus.nl may be in danger; that I will, to the utmost of habit and assume the garb of a Soldier of the Cross.
my power, protect the near and dear relatives and
wwwstichtingargus.nl connections of Knights Templar, and if possible
Marshal, assisted by Dep.M. takes ofi the pilgrim’s
habit, etc. Dep.M. places them in the W.,
www. stichtingargus.nl prevent all harm, danger or violence to which they and hands tunic to M. who invests Novice.
may be exposed. Lastly, I do most sincerely
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www. stichtingarguS.fll Novice with the armour as it is named. He
Dep.M. takes post behind Novice. will then hand the breastplate, spurs and
www.stichtingargus.nI E.P.—The Novice will now attend to a portion helmet to the Dep.Marshal who will place
them in the West. These pieces of armour
www.stichtingargus.nI of Holy Scripture. will be restored to their former places after
www.stichtingargus.nl Chaplain, standir=gin his place, facing West, reads the Novice has retired at the end of Part I.
St. Paul’s Epistle to the Ephesians, Chap. 6,
www.stichtingargus.nl vv. 10-17 inclusive— The Novice retains the Belt, Shield and Sword.
The cap is placed on the Novice’s head by
www.stichtingargus.nl “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and - Depivi. directly the Helmet is removed.
www.stichtingargus.nl in the power of His might. Put on the whole
M .—Standard Bearers resume your stations.
armour of God, that ye may be able to stand
www.stichtingargus.nl against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not Dep.M. and Standard Bearers resume their stations,
www.stichtingargus.nl against flesh and blood, but against principalities,
against powers, against the rulers of the darkness M,—Bro. Knights. To—order.
www.stichtingargus.nl of this world, against spiritual wicl~edness in high
www.stichtingargus.nl places. Wherefoie take unto you the whole armour E.R—Being now armed as a Soldier of the Cross,
of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the I must request you first to make those professions
www.stichtingargus.nl evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand, which were made by our sainted predecessors; you
www.stichtingargus.nl therefore, having your loins girt about with truth,* will repeat after me, suiting the action to the
and having on the breastplate of righteousness,* words: —
www.stichtingargus.nl and your feet shod with the preparation of the
gospel of peace;* above all, taking the shield of Novice is directed by Marshal to hold his sword by
www.stichtingargus.nl faith,* wherewith ye shall be able to quench all his left side as if sheathed.
www.stichtingargus.nl the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet
of salvation,* and the sword of the Spirit,* which E.P.,rises and draws his sword carrying it to the
www.stichtingargus.nl is the Word of God.” right front above his head to the full extent
www.stichtingargus.nl of the arm.—I draw my sword in defence of
* The Chaplain will pause as he names each piece the Holy Christian Faith.
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Novice copies the action of E.P, repeats the
www.stichtingargus.nl The Standard Bearers, as appropriate, will pick up words, and returns sword to his side.
www.stichtingargus.nl each piece of armour as it is named, turn E P.—I draw my sword in defence of all Knights
to the West and, without bowing, hand it to
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Templar. Novice copies as before, but returns guard your head with your sword, thus:”
www.stichtingargu s.n[ sword to “Carry “. The challenge is made in each case by a downward
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—You are now about to proceed on a seven
sweep of the sword, as if to strike at the
head of the Novice: this is parried by the
www.stichti ngargus.nl years’ warfare, and as you may be stopped and Novice holding his sword horizontally above
subjected to an examination as a Soldier enrolled
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his head with the right hand: when the blow
is parried the two swords form a cross.
www. stichtingargus.nl with the sign and word of a Crusader, whereby you
will gain confidence and support. The Novice, accompanied by the Marshal, pro-
www.stichtingargus.nl ceeds round the Preceptory and is stopped
The Sign is given thus : —
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and challenged, in the first round by a P.P.
in the S.E., in the second round by the 1st
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“recover i.e. blade vertical, the back of the hand Con. in the S.W., and in the third round by
to the front, the cross bar on the hilt level with the
www.stichtingargus.nl mouth and about one inch from it; the 2nd Con. in the N.W.
www.stichtingargus.nl r.itt.l.o.t.cb, Just before each challenge is made M. cautions
Novice:—
www. stichtingargus.nl p. i.i.f.o t.l.e., “Guard youi head.”
www.stichtingargus.nl a. t. t. f. o. t. r. e., Challenge—Who comes here?
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Challenge—Give me the S. and W. of a Crusader.
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www. stichtingargus.nl sing the E.P., or on entering or leaving the After the Novice has been stopped and challenged
www.stichtingargus.nl Preceptory. It may be given with the hand on for the third time by the 2nd Con.:—
certain occasions when the sword is not drawn.
www.stichtingargus.nl 1ST C., to MarshaL—Halt.
The word is—. Novice repeats.
www.stichtingargus.nl Marshal and Novice face East.
E.P. returns his sword and resumes his seat.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Thus prepared, you may prosecute your 1ST C., salutes with the S. of Crus.—Eminent
www.stichtingargus.nl crusade, which you will figuratively perform by Preceptor, the Novice has zealously prosecuted the
proceeding seven times round the Preceptory; and campaign up to the present time; is it your pleasure
www. stichtingargus.nl to remit the remainder of the term?
be prepared to defend yourself with your sword.
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your courage and constancy, directed to perform
www.stichtingargus.nl The Marshal conducts the Novice to the N.W. of seven years of warfare. This represented to you
the S., and then goes to S.W. himself. the constant warfare with the lying vanities and
www.stichti ngargus.nl deceits of this world, in which it is necessary for us
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—With the point of your sword you will always to be engaged. You are now about to
assist the Marshal to unveil the Cross, and you will perform a year of penance as a further trial of
www.stichtingargus.nl then notice the scroll thereon. your humility and of that faith which will conduct
www.stichtingargus.nl Novice assisted by M. unveils the Cross on the S.,
you safely over the dark gulf of death and land
your enfranchised spirit in the peaceful abodes of
www.stichtingargus.nl ~, and M. poi~jjs to the is ~d, the blessed.
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EP.—That scroll be~Tis the initials of the Latin Let the emblems of life and death which lie
www.stichtingarguS.fll inscription placed over our Saviour at his Cruci- before you remind you of the uncertainty of our
fixion. earthly existence, and teach you to be prepared
www.stichtingargus.nl for the closing hour of your mortal life; and rest
ii M.—Bro. Knights. Be—seated.
www.stichtingargus.nl assured that a firm faith in the truths revealed to
us will afford you consolation in the gloomy hours
www.stichtingargus.nl Novice is conducted by the Marshal to a position of dissolution and ensure your ineffable and eternal
between the Constables in front of M.’s happiness in the world to comes..
www.stichtingargus.nl chair where he stands facing East. He is
wwwstichtingargus.nl divested of shield and sword, which are E P., rises.—Bro. Knights. To—order.
placed in the West l~
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www.stichtingargus.fll 4v~c~ M. does not draw his sword, but moves to the S.
~ ‘4 CHARGE
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The lights, except those on the S. and Altar, may
be extinguished by Dep.M., in which case
www.stichtingargus.nl Order, the ceremonies in which you are engaged
the Preceptory is not re-illuminated until
are calculated to impress your mind deeply,
www.stichtingargus.fll and I trust will have a lasting influence upon Novice has retired at the end of Part 1.
www.stichtingargus.nl your future character. You were first, as a trial of EP.—You are now to undergo one year of
your faith and humility, enjoined to perform a penance and mortification; you will therefore take
www. stichtingargus.nl seven years’ pilgrimage; it represented the pilgrim- that s - -- 1 in your left hand,* ~nd one of those
www.stichtingargus.nl age of life, through which we are all passing; we small lighted tapers in your right,* and banishing
are all weary pilgrims, advancing toward that all worldly thoughts, and mentally invoking the
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the ceremony through which you have just passed
www.stichtingargus-ni figuratively perform a year of penance by walking and to prepare yourself for the honour of Knight-
slowly round the Preceptory, keeping your eyes
www.stichtingargu s.nI fixed on those emblems of life and mortality. hood. And to enable you to gain re-admission, I
will entrust you with the Casual Sign and Grand
www. stichtingargus.nl *The s - - - I with face to Novice and the small taper Password of our Order: the Chaplain will read a
www.stichti ngargus.nl from the West end of the North side are portion of Holy Writ.
here presented to the Novice by the Marshal,
www.stichtingargus.ni who instructs him to keep his hands close Chaplain, standing in his place facing West, reads
Isaiah, chap SO, v. 6.—” I gave my back to
www. stichtingargus.nl together. the smiters, and my cheeks to them that plucked off
www.stichtingargus.nl The Novice proceeds slowly by himself once round the hair: I hid not my face from shame and spit-
the Preceptory, and returns to his position ting.” if
www.stichtingargus.nl facing the E.P. A solemn dirge may be E.P.—The Casual Sign is given thus— may be
www.stichtingargus.nl played during the Penance. given with either hand. Novice Acopies. The~”~
wWW stlchtingargus.nl E.P —You will now repeat after me t~eee’ Chaplain will read a further portion of Holy Writ.
www stichtingargus.nl Chaplain, standing in his place facing West, reads
May the spirit which once inhabited this s. . - Isaiah, chap. 8, v. 1.—” Moreover the Lord •~
www stichtingargus.nl rise up and testify against me, if ever [ wilfully said unto me. Take thee a great roll, and write in
www stichtingargus.nl violate my obligation of a Knight Templar,. ~.‘i-~’
4) it with a man’s pen concerning Maher-shalal-hash-
E ~—~enl jt with y&~. lips S~v..a tir”~~ on the baz.”
E.P—The Grand Password is and is con-
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The Novice the s - - - I - I ed on
wv#w. stichtingargus.nl the ~.l—~ke1~Thrshdt been read to you by the Chaplain. It is in the
Hebrew language and it signifies, In making speed
www.stichtingargus.nl my light ajs’b be extinguished among to the spoil he hasteneth the prey.
www.stichtingargus.nl men, as was that of Judas Iscariot for betraying
his Lord and Master, and as [now extinguish this You may now retire.
www.stichtingargus.nl light. M.—Salute the E.P. with the S. of Crus. with
www.stichtingargus.nl The Novice blows out the taper, which is replaced, your hand.
www.stichtingargus.nl unlighted, by the Marshal. M. conducts Novice to door and he retires.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P—Bro. Knights. Carry—Swords. E.P—Bro. Knights. Be—seated,
www.stichtingargus.nl E P.—You are about to retire to meditate upon E P. sits.
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COF G.—Brother Second Constable, there is a
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www.stichtingargus.nl 2ND C, rises, gives the S. of Crus. with his hand.—
M. places the dagger in his own belt and satisfies Eminent Preceptor, there is a report.
www.stichtingargus.nl himself that the Stone is in order, and that
the Regalia of the Novice is ready. E.P.—Inquire who seeks admission.
The scabbard is placed in the frog on the Novice’s 2ND C., sits and says to Cof G.—See who seeks
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belt, by the Guard, before the Novice is re-
www.stichtingargus.nl admitted. The C.of G. opens the door, sees Novice, closes
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S. of Crus.
www.stichtingargus.nl C.OF G.—EP., our new Companion-in-Arms.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P—Admrt him.
www.stichtingargus.nl The Novice gives the casual sign and G.P.W. to
Cof G., and is admitted. He is then con-
www.stichtingargus.nl ducted by the Marshal to the West of the ~.
wv#w. stichtingargus.nl M.—Salute the E.P. with the S. of Crus., with
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attend to a portion of Holy Scripture.
www.stichtingargus.nl Chap[ain, standing in his place facing West, reads
I St. Peter, chap. 2, vv. 11-17.—
“Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers
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among the Gentiles; that, whereas they speak
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works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the Lodge. Novice sips.
wwwstichtingargus.nl day of visitation. Submit yourselves to every E.P.—To the memory of Zerubbabel the prince
www.stichtingargus.nI ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether it of the people, Haggai the prophet and Joshua the
be the king, as supreme; or unto governors, as unto son of Josedech the High Priest, the three Grand
www.stichtingargus.nl them that are sent by him for the punishment of Masters who presided over the Grand or Royal
www.stichtingargus.nl evil-doers, and for the praise of them that do well. Lodge. Novice sips.
For so is the will of God; that with well-doing ye
www.stichtingargus.nl may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men: E.P.—To the memory of St. John the Baptist, the
www.stichtingargus.nl as free, and not using your liberty for a cloak of forerunner of Christ. Novice sips.
maliciousness, but as the servants of God. Honour
www.stichtingargus.nl all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Hon- E.P.—To the memory of St. John the Evangelist,
our the king.” the Beloved Apostle of Our Lord, who finished by
www.stichtingargus.nl his learning what St. John the Baptist had com-
www.stichtingargus.nl EP.—Brother Marshal, let the cup of memory menced by his zeal. Novice sips.
be presented to our new Companion-in-Arms.
www.stichtingargus.nl E P.—To the pious memory of all those valiant
knights who sealed their faith with their blood,
www.stichtingargus.nl Marshal presents the cup of wine to the Novice
under the banner of the Cross. Novice sips.
then stands behind him, warning him in a
www.stichtingargus.nl whisper that he will have to sip seven times E.P.—To all Knights Templar, wheresoever
www.stichtingargus.nl when he directs him to do so. dispersed over the face of earth or water. Novice
sips.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P. rises.—Bro. Knights. To order. M. does
not draw his sword. Marshal takes cup and replaces it on the S.
E P.—Bro Knights. Be—seated.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Worthy Brother, at your first admission
you were refreshed with bread and water; we now E.P. sits.
www.stichtingargus.nl invite you to refresh yourself with the cup of E.P.—You will now attend to another portion of
www.stichtingargus.nl memory. You will repeat after me : — Holy Scripture.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—To the memory of Moses, Aholiab and Maishal goes to North of Sepulchre, opposite the
www.stichtingargus.nl Bezaleel, the three Grand Masters who presided stone, facing South.
over the Holy Lodge. Novice sips. Chaplain, standing in his place facing West, reads
www.stichtingargus.nl Rev, chap 2, v. 17.—
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Israel, Hiram King of Tyre and Hiram Abif, the “He that hath an ear, let him hear what the
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cometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and is shown the W --- by the Marshal who
www.stichtingargus.nI will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new replaces stone and~ pen on the S.; he then
www.stichtingargus.nI name written, which no man knoweth saving he picks up small stone from S. which he pre-
that receiveth it.” sents to the Novice in the customary
www.stichtingargus.nl Marshal gets pen and stone and returns to Novice.
manner.
www.stichtingargus.nl E P.—Worthy Brother, it was customary at the E.P.—You will carefully preserve that memorial,
www.stichtingargus.nl period of the institution of our Order for each for should you wish to gain admission into a
Novice to be required to sign his name with his Preceptory of Knights Templar, you will, on pre-
www.stichtingargus.nl b --- d on the North-East Corner of the Mystical
senting that Stone and e,~plaining the circumstances
under which you received it, be recognised and
www.stichtingargus.nl Stone before he could obtain the Sacred word
admitted as a Knight of our Order.
which it enshrines; are you prepared to sign* your
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name on the Stone* which is now presented to you? Approach my Brother and receive the highest
www.stichtingargus.nl *Marshal hands pen and stone to Novice. honour I can at present bestow upon you.
www.stichtingargus.nl M.—Are you prepared to conform to the ancient M. tells Novice to put the small stone in his pocket.
www.stichtingargus.nl ceremony of the Order? M—Bro. Knights. To—order.
www.stichtingargus.nl N., prompted by Dep.M.—I am.
M.—Whence will you h . - - the b - - - - d -
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The Marshal with his left hand takes N’s left ~ &St~j., lslCovstablejhe M~tle~word
wrist and with his right hand directs the
point of dagger thereto.
M, when descort is forme’d.—Escort—March. 4~
M.—EP. the Novice is ready. On arriving in the E., the Standard Bearers take
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E.P.—Worthy Brother accepting your ready
www.stichtingargus.nl acquiescence as a sufficient proof of your devotion The E.P. leaves his chair and stands in front of the
www.stichtingargus.nl to our Order, we dispense with the observance of Altar, facing W. The Novice faces the E.P.,
the custom,* further than to require you to with the Constables on either side and
www.stichtingargus.nl moisten the pen with your lips, and write your slightly in rear of him. The Marshal stands
www.stichtingargus.nl initials with it upon the Stone. behind him.
* M. releases Novice’s wrist and takes his place at M. instructs Novice to kneel on both knees in front
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M. presents his sword to E.P.
E.P. gives accolade to Novice and invests him with
the honour of Knighthood of the Temple.
E.R—In the name of the Holy, Blessed and
C We clothe you* with this mantle of
ennobled with the Red Cross of
of the Christian’s Faith and
!arshal takes the mantle”
it over the new Knight’s shoulders,
Glorious Trinity, and by the authority vested in ~ cprds to
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Knight of the Temple and Holy Sepulchre.
www. stichtingargus.nl -presents hUt to new Anight, who grasps
The E.P. lays the sword first on the Novice’s left hilt with his right hand and brings sword
www. stichtingargus.nl shoulder, then on his right shoulder and then “carry
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Never draw it without cause nor sheath it without
words:—
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Be loyal—brave—and true. ~ ~~J~n~ur swopd;Brother,~(ni ht.
E.P. hands sword back to M.. who returns it. does
EP. takes new Knight by his right hand and raises EP.—I will now entrust you with the Grand
www.stichtingargus.nl him:— Sign, the Grand Grip and the Grand Word, of the
www.stichtingargus.nl Arise Brother Knight.
Order.
The Grand Sign is made by
www.stichtingargus.nl M. removes kneeling stool, and instructs Knight to ct.r.f.o.t.L,
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~ E.P, who decorates and invests t~newj.
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qCros~ and this Star, an emblem of the reward AA~r
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the great Captain of our Salvation has
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being the Bright Morning Star, whose rising a. c. r. o. t. s. a. c. b.
www.stichtingargus.nl brought peace and salvation to mankind, and light ~ This Grip may be given with eithe~F1i~?nd.
www.stichtingargus.nl to those who sat in darkness and in the shadow of
The Grand Word is
death. Bear this ever in mind, and continue His
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escort in the reverse order to the former
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salute our newly installed Knight taking the
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M., when escort is formed.—Escort—March.
www.stichtingargus.nl The Knights salute thrice under the direction of the
www.stichtingargus.nl The new Knight is seated in Marshal’s chair which
Marshal, as before.
www.stichtingargus.nl Dep.M. moves forward towards West of the The Standards are replaced and the Heralds and
www.stichtingargus.nl resume their Stations*Marshal with Stan daid Bearers resume their places.
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Standard Bearers on either side of him,
behind the new Knight, all three M.—Brother Knights. Be—seated.
www.stichtingargus.nl facing East. M. directs new Knight to rise. Dep.M. replaces
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and Constables draw swords, and Heralds
www.stichtingargus.nl EP. leaves his place and stands at N.E. of the S.;
return swords. M. conducts the new Knight to the North-
www.stichtingargus.nl West of the S., and resumes his seat.
EP. rises.
www.stichtingargus.nl E P.—I will now explain to you the symbols of
E.P.—Heralds, you will now proclaim.
www.stichtingargus.nl the Order. The Three Gxeat Lights placed at the
~ forwar~*~ angles of the equilateral triangle represent the three
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favourite apostles of our Saviour; namely Peter,
www.stichtingargus.nl 1st Herald, in the S.W.—Brethren of the Temple.
James and John, of whom the last named was the
most beloved; for, leaning on our Saviour’s bosom,
www.stichtingargus.nl Be it known that our Brother and Companion,...., he received those instructions which he communi-
is this day installed a Knight of our Illustrious
www.stichtingargus.nl Order and I call upon you to salute him, taking
cated so faithfully to the other disciples. The Nine
Smaller Lights, distributed equally between those
www.stichtingargus.nl the time from the Marshal. already noticed, are emblematical of the nine other
www.stichtingargus.nl The Knights give the Salutation of the 09er th~ Apostles, of whom one, represented by the taper
~erdirectioga~/~’Iarshal. ~A~- extinguished by you, betrayed his Lord and Master.
www.stichtingargus.nl You will now relight and replace the taper.
www.stichtingargus.nl M.—Brother Knights—with three. The new Knight does so.
www.stichtingargus.nl 2nd Herald, in the N.W.—Long life, honour and Chaplain, advances to the SE. corner of S. and
www.stichtingargus.nl prosperity to our Most Eminent and Supreme with right handt raised.—
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reconciled countenance upon you, and keep you
www.stichtingargus.nI fiom falling. remembrance our duties as Knights Templar, and
remind us thus early to ask for assistance to per-
www.stichtingargus.nI Chaplain returns to his seat. form them throughout the coming day. May we
www.stichtingargus.nl ever welcome that sound as a friendly caution and
tThe right hand will not be raised unless the not have reason to fear it as the periodical reminder
www.stichtingargus.nl speaker is in Holy Orders. of a broken vow.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—The skull and cross-bones, the emblems of E.P. returns to his seat.
www.stichtingargus.nl mortality, are placed at the foot of the Cross; these
collectively iemind us of the place called in the Marshal rises and conducts the new Knight to the
www.stichtingargus.nl Hebrew Golgotha, unto which Simon of Cyrene East where the E.P. shows the Warrant and
was constrained to bear the Cross on which our gives hun a copy of the Statutes and the
www.stichtingargus .nl Saviour was crucified. The skull also reminds us of By-laws of the Preceptory.
www.stichtingargus.nl the fate of one Simon of Syracuse, who was The new Knight is then conducted to a seat in the
admitted into our illustrious Order, but violated his
www.stichtingargus.nl obligation by betraying his trust 10 the Infidels.
North West of the Preceptory, either behind
or on the East of the North Column of the
www.stichtingargus.nl They, although they profited by the treason, des- Arch of Steel.
pised the traitor and caused his head to be struck
www.stichtingargus.nl off and sent to the Grand Master of the Knights
www.stichtingargus.nl Templar, who ordered ii to be placed on the point
of a pinnacle or spire, the skull to be laid open, and
www.stichtingargus.nl the brains exposed to the scorching rays of the sun,
www.stichtingargus.nl as a warning to all others It is in allusion to this
circumstance thai thz r~ ~l ~i
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www.stichtingargus.nl The Lamb, the Dove, and the Cock are sacred
www.stichtingargus.nl symbols of the Order. The first is emblematical of
the Paschal Lamb, slain from the foundation of the
www.stichtingargus.nl world. The Dove is symbolical of the Almighty
www.stichtingargus.nl Comforter, who descended like a Dove on Christ
at His baptism, whereby His divine mission was
www.stichtingargus.nl indicated to St. John the Baptist. The Cock is the
www.stichtingargus.nl monitor of the Order for as his crowing heralds
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candidate for Installation unless with the full
www.stichtingargus.nl (tceremonp of 31n~taI1ation ot a assurance that he is worthy of that distinction?
www.stichtingargus.nI ~rereptor P.E.—I do.
www.stichtingargus.nI Past Preceptors must occupy the Offices of 1st and E.P.—Are you ready to enter into a solemn
www.stichtingargus.nl 2nd Constables, Marshal and Captain of engagement to adhere to the promises you have
Guards. M., with drawn sword, presents just made [and never to divulge the secrets about
www.stichtingargus.nl Preceptor Elect from West of S. to be entrusted to you as a Preceptor, unless it be to
www.stichtingargus.nl M., with the S. of Crus.—Eminent Preceptor, I him or them who may be lawfully entitled thereto]?
have great pleasure in presenting to you our worthy For a P.P. omit the words in brackets.
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Knight. ... the Preceptor Elect of this Preceptory, P.E.—I am.
www.stichtingargus.nl to receive at your hands the benefit of Insiallation,
the better to qualify him for that illustrious E P.—Then let me ask you to join us in suppli-
www.stichtingargus.nl position. cating the assistance of the Divine Power.
www.stichtingargus.nl M.—Brother Knights. EP. rises. To—order.
M. gives S. of Crus., returns sword and resumes his
www.stichtingargus.nl seat. P.E. does not draw his sword.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Bro. Knight, by the unanimous voice of Chaplain, stands before the Altar, facing East, and
the Knights of this Preceptory you have been removes his headdress.
elected to preside over them as their Eminent Let us—pray.
www.stichtingargus.nl Preceptor during the ensuing year; it is therefore
www.stichtingargus.nl my duty to inquire of you whether you are ready 0 God, the King of Glory, who has exalted
to accept that honour, and to discharge the duties Thine only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph
www.stichtingargus.nl of that responsible situation to the best of your unto Thy Kingdom in Heaven, we beseech Thee
www.stichtingargus.nl ability? to cast Thy bright beams of light upon this our
Brother, that he, being enlightened by the doctrine
www. stichtingargus.nl P.E.—I am. oI~ the blessed Apostle and Evangelist St. John,
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Do you promise to maintain and cause may so walk in ihe light of Thy truth that be may
to be maintained, the ancient laws, rites, and at length attain to the light of everlasting life;
www.stichtingargus.nl ceremonies, handed down to us by our sainted through Jesus Christ our Lord. A—men.
predecessors, with fidelity, piety and zeal?
www.stichtingargus.nl Chaplain replaces headdress and resumes his place.
www. stichtingargus.nl P.E.—I do.
E.P.—You will now advance to the Altar.
E P —Do you promise to preserve the honour
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www.stichtingargus.nl hand on the Holy Gospels, and grasp that naked M. takes P.E. to a convenient seat.
www.stichtingargusnI sword with your left hand.
www.stichtingargus.nI The PElect, kneeling bejore the Altar, places his
E.P.—I now request all below the rank of
Installed Preceptor to withdraw.
www.stichtingargus.nI right hand on the Holy Gospels, and with
his left hand grasps a sword held horizon- * * *
www.stichtingargus.nl tally by M. standing on his right; Here follows the Inner Working.
www.stichtingargus.nl E.R—State your names and say * after me —
The Knights are re-admitted:—
www.stichtingargus.nl * for a P.P. change to:— Visiting Knights enter independently (no salute),
www.stichtingargus.nl recite your Obligation. and return to their seats.
www.stichtingargus.nl The Knights of the Preceptory form in the West
www.stichtingargus.nl OBLIGATION facing East, under the direction of the
Marshal.
www.stichtingargus.nl I ,in the name of the Holy, Blessed and
Glorious Trinity, do hereby solemnly swear that M.—Brother Knights. To—order.
www.stichtingargus.nl I will faithfully adhere to the promises and I.P. does not draw his sword. The PP.s and visiting
www.stichtingargus.nl engagements into which I have ]ust entered; and
Knights remain seated.
that I will, to the best of my ability, conscientiously
www.stichtingargus.nl discharge my duties as Preceptor, until a successor LP—During your temporary absence, the
www.stichtingargus.nl shall have been duly elected and installed in my Eminent Knight has been duly installed and
stead. To all these points I pledge fidelity on my I now proclaim him Eminent Preceptor of the
www.stichtingargus.nl Knightly honour. So help me Christ, and keep me .... Preceptory No on the RoJf~tJ~e,?,d~
www.stichtingargus.nl steadfast in this my solemn engagement. Great Priory of England and Wales a~d—t~e
Dzm~nizn~ ~ud ~ zf thci Brrti~t ~
www.stichtingargus.nl M. returns to “Carry until a successor shall have been duly elected and
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—You will seal that engagement seven times installed in his stead. And I call upon you to
with your lips on the Holy Gospels. salute him, taking the time from the Marshal.
www.stichtingargus.nl M—Brother Knights—with three.
P.E. does so.
www.stichtingargus.nl I.P.—E.P. I now entrust to you the Warrant of
E.P., remaining in his place:—
www.stichtingargus.nl E.P.—Arise, my brother and successor.
the Preceptory. E.P. stands to receive it. Also
the Statutes of Great Priory and the By-laws of this
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www.stichtingargus.nI I.P.—EP. you will now appoint and invest your Drawing the Sword.
Officers. He salutes EP. with the S. of Crus. with 1. Grasp the scabbard with the Left
www.stichtingargus.nl his hand and takes his seat. hand at the same time passing
www.stichtingargus.nl M., rises, draws his sword, stands at the West the Right hand smartly across
www.stichtingargus.nl of the 5. and salutes with S. of Crus.—E.P., the body and grasp the hilt of
whom do you appoint as your Chaplain? - - - - etc. the Sword, draw out the blade
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M. conducts the appointed Knight to the E.P. in across the body, steadying the
www.stichtingargus .nl the East. scabbard with the Left hand.
www.stichtingargus.nl (See Drill, “Investiture of an Officer.) 2. Raise the Sword slowly until the
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M., when referring to the office of Treasurer or then bring it smartly to the
www.stichtingargus.nl Guard.—E.P. the (Eminent) Knight having “Recover*~~, cut the Left hand
www.stichtingargus.nl been elected Treasurer (or Guard), is it your to the side.
pleasure to invest him? 3. Lower the Sword to the “Carryt”.
When all the Officers have been appointed:— When the Marshal does not draw his Sword, the
M.—E.P., that concludes the appointment and time will be taken from the Knight who is nearest
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investiture of your Officers.
www.stichtingargus.nl Marshal salutes with S. of Crus., returns sword and
* “Recover “—blade vertical, back of the hand
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to the front, elbow close to the body, cross-bar on
hilt of Sword in line with the mouth and about one
www.stichtingargus.nl A Past Preceptor’s Jewel may now be presented to inch from it. It is not correct to kiss the hilt or
www.stichtingargus.nl the LP.P. touch it with the lips in this position.
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cross-bar resting in the hollow between the thumb
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www.stichtingargus.nl between neck and point of the 2. Bring Sword to position “1” of
right shoulder by relaxing the Drawing the Sword, and look
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www. stichtingarguS.nl Returning the Sword (from the 4. Lower the .Sword to the “Carry”
www.stichtingargus.nl “Carry”). Seating.
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with the Left hand, leaving Knight who is nearest to the
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www.stichtingargus.nl bard, guiding it thereto with 2. “Return Sword “position 2.
www.stichtingargus.nl the thumb and forefinger of 3. “Return Sword “ position 3.
the Left hand. 4. Sit.
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easily without doing so.)
www.stichtingargus.nl “Engage.” (from the “Carry).
Lower the Sword into the 1. Bring the Sword to the “ Recover “.
www.stichtingargus.nl scabbard until the Right arm is 2. Raise the Right arm to its fullest
www.stichtingargus.nl horizontal across the body. extent with the Sword in line
www. stichtingargus.nl 3. Drive the Sword smartly into the to the front at an angle of 450
scabbard and cut the hands and engage the Sword of the
www.stichtingargus.ni away to the sides. Knight opposite, edge to edge.
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www.stichtingargus.nl Carry Swords.” (from the “Engage “). Prayers.
www.stichtingargus.nI 1. Lower the Swoid to the “Recover”. “Let us—Pray.”
www.stichtingargus.nI 2. Bring the Sword to the “Carry “. Knights adopt the position of prayer:—
“ Let us “
www. stichtingargus.nI 1. Bring the Sword to the “Recover”.
www.stichtingargus.nl “—Pray.”
Reversing Swords.
www. stichtingargus.nl 2. Drop the Sword to the front until
Reverse Swords.” the point of the Sword ~s
www. stichtingargus.nl twelve inches from the ground,
I. Turn the Sword over to the Left
www.stichtingargus.nl until horizontal, grasping the Right hand just behind the
www.stichtingargus.nl blade with the Left hand half- thigh, thumb uppermost. At
way between the cross-bar on the same time raise the Left
www.stichtingargus.nl the hilt and the point. hand (covered with the man-
tle) to the forehead.
www.stichtingargus.nl 2. Continue to turn with the Left hand
“A—men.”
www.stichtingargus.nl until the Sword is vertical, in
line with the centre of the Knights return to the “Carry”.
www.stichtingargus.nl body, hilt upwards. Drop the ‘‘ ii,—
www.stichtingargus.nl Right hand to the side. 1. Drop the Left hand to the side and
3. Bend the head forward keeping the raise the Sword to the “Re-
www.stichtingargus.nl eyes fixed upon the hilt of the cover “.
www. stichtingargus.nl Sword. “—men.”
www. stichtingargus.nl 2. “Carry” Sword.
www.stichtingargus.nl -‘ Carry Swords” (from the “ Reverse “).

I. Raise the head. Handing a Sword to another
www.stichtingargus.nl 2. Turn the Sword over to the Right Knight.
until horizontal and grasp the Whenever during a ceremony a Sword is pre-
www.stichtingargus.nl hilt with the Right hand. sented by one Knight to another, or is handed back,
www.stichtingargus.nl 3. Bring the Sword to the “Catry “. the rule is —
dropping the Left hand to the When presenting a Sword to a Knight
www.stichtingargus.nl side. senior in rank (i.e. Marshal to
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E P., or Officer to E.P. on investi- “North and South columns, on your flankers
www.stichtingargu s.n~ ture), the sword is presented over —March.”
www.stichtingargus.nI the left forearm, hilt towards the The remaining Knights of the North and South
senior, as described on Page 63. columns march forward and fill the space between
www.stichtingargus .nI When handing back a Sword to a
their flankers and dress into line.
www.stichtingargus.nl Knight junior in rank (i.e. E.P. to When procession enters.
Marshal, or El’. to an Officer on “Engage.”
www.stichtingargus.n~ investiture) the sword is held ver- The Arch of Steel will give way to Standards,
www.stichtingargus.nl tical by the cross bar on the hilt Sword, etc., which are carried through it. As a
between the thumb and forefinger Standard, Sword, etc., approaches, each pair of
www.stichtingargus.nI of the Right hand, and placed on Knights will raise their swords by bending the wrist,
www.stichtingargus.nl the Knight’s Right hand. keeping the Right arm extended, and will re-engage
as soon as the Standard, Sword, etc., has passed.
DRILL When procession has passed.
“Carry Swords.”
www.stichtingargus.nl Arch of Steel. “North and South columns — To your stations
www. stichtingargus.nl The Knights are arranged in two columns on the —March.”
North and South sides of the Temple in the West. The columns turn rightabout to face their seats,
www.stichtingargus.nl Sufficient Knights only are needed to cover the march back to their places, halt and turn right-
www.stichtingargus.nl space between the West end of the S. and the door. about.
www.stichtingargus.nl Processions pass trom the door under the
Arch of Steel via the North to the East. Arch of Steel for the Recession.
www.stichtingargus.nl Recessions pass from the East via the South M.—” Arch of Steel in the West.”
www.stichtingargus.nl under the Arch of Steel to the door. The Knights forming the Arch of Steel rise and
www.stichtingargus.nl draw Swords as belore.
Arch of Steel for the Procession. Cmdr. Body Gd.—” Flankers take Post.”
www.stichtingargus.nl M.—” Arch of Steel in the West.” The two flank Knights of each column take post.
www.stichtingargus.nl The Knights forming the Arch of Steel rise and “North and South columns—on your flankers
www. stichtingargus.nl draw Swords taking the time from the Cmdr. —March.”
Body Gd. The remaining Knights of the North and South
www.stichti ngargus.nl Cmdr. Body Gd.—” Flankers take Post.” columns march forward as before and fill the space
www.stichtingargus.nl The two flank Knights of each column take post between their flankers.
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www.stichtingargus.n I When recession approaches. “Outwards turn.”
“Engage.” ~. The two Knights at the East end of S. stand
www.stichtingargus.nI fast, the remainder face outwards (those at the
When recession has passed.
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West end of 5. turn right-about).
www.stichtingargus.nl “Arch of Steel. Towards the West—Turn— Resuming Stations.
www.stichtingargus.nl [‘vlarch.” Af~ ~. —“ Brother Knighis — Resume your
“Halt” when clear of the Temple. Stations.”
www.stichtingargus.nl “Return Swords.” I. The Knights at the East and West ends of
www.stichtingargus.nl Dismiss.” the S. take one side pace outwards.
www. stichtingargus.nl Arch of Steel breaks off. M.—” Toward the West—Turn.”
2. The Knight at the West of each column
www. stichtingargus.nl When E.P. has left the Preceptory all the Knights
stands fast, the remainder turn towards the West,
in the Temple return Swords under the direction of
www. stichtingargus.nl the Marshal. (the Knight at the East of each column turns right-
about).
www.stichtingargus.nl M.—” March.”
. Guard the S. 3. Both columns march towards the West until
(When this is to be done by the opposite to their seats, when they turn outwards,
www.stichtingargus.nl Knights forming the Arch of march to their places and hali.
www.stichtingargus.nl SteeL) 4. Both columns turn right-about.
www.stichtingargus.nl The Knights are already standing “To Order ‘.
On receiving the order “Guard the S. “; M. gives Captain of Guards.
www.stichtingargus.nl the following Commands:— Captain of Guards will keep his Sword drawn
www.stichtingargus.nl “Bro. Knights—March.” ~xhile the Preceptory is open.
www.stichtingargus.nl 1. The Knights who formed the Arch of Steel
take the necessary number of paces forward turn
www.stichtingargus.nl towards the East and march up the sides of the S. SALUTES
www. stichtingargus.nl “ Halt.” S. of Crusader.
2. The columns halt when the leading Knight Outline given on page 30.
www. stichtingargus.nl of each column is one pace beyond the East of S.
www.stichtingargus.nl 3 The leading Knight and the Western-most Generally.
Knight of each column take one side pace towards A Knight on entering or leaving a Preceptory,
www.stichtingargus.nl the centre. or when addressing the Eminent Preceptor, draws
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www. stichtingargus.nl his Sword and salutes the Eminent Preceptor with in his place, draw his Sword and come to th~
the S. of Crus. “ Carry “. He is conducted by the Ma~ruhnl to 11w
www.stichtingargu s.nI This salute may be given with the hand on E.P., where he halts, and : —
www.stichtingargus.nI occasions when the Sword is not drawn. 1. Turns his Sword over ~via(Ito left),
point towards the grotmd.
www. stichtingargus.nI 2. Grasps the blade, near the hilt, with
Salutation of the Order A. B.c.t.
www.stichtingargus.nl Bring the Sword from the “Carry” to the
Left hand.
3. Moves his Right hand from tho
www.stichtingargus.nl “Recover “. By three distinct outward movements hilt to the blade, below the
of the wrist, raising the Sword to the right front left, and continues to turn thc
www.stichtingargus.nl giving the “A. B c.t. “ at each movement. Sword until it is again hori-
www.stichtingargus.nl The Salutations are given in Threes, the Sword zontal, hilt to the left.
www.stichtingargus.nl being raised higher each time, the Third being at 4. Stands before the E.P. and presents
the full extent of the right arm. to him the hilt of the Sword,
www.stichtingargus.nl The number of Salutations to be given is to be resting the blade (near the
‘1 stated by the Marshal when calling the Knights
to order for that Salutation.
hilt) on his left forearm.
The E P. takes the Sword by the hilt with his
www.stichtingargus.nl Right hand, brings it to the “Carry “, then, holding
Number of Salutations to be given. the Sx~ ord at the crossbar between thumb and
www.stichtingargus.nl The Grand Master . - .. . - .. 9 forefinger, he presents the hilt to the Knight,
www. stichtingargus.nl The Great Seneschal .. -- - - . - 7 who: —
*Very Eminent Knights 5 5. Grasps the hilt of the Sword with
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www.stichtingargus.nl to the “Carry “.
Newly Installed Knights, at their Installation
6. Salutes the E P. with the S. of Crus.
www.stichtingargus.nl 7. Is conducted to his place by the
*For those Knights who are “Very Eminent” see
www.stichtingargus.nl Statutes.
Marshal, where he returns his
Sword and takes his seat.
www.stichtingargus.nl Capt. of Guards keeps his Sword drawn.
www.stichtingargus.nl Investiture of an Oflicer. The same procedure will be used in Great Priory
www.stichtingargus.nl During the investiture of Officers in a Preceptory, for the investiture of a Great Officer, or in a
the following is the procedure to be used — Provincial Priory for the investiture of a Provincial
www.stichtingargus.nl When his name is called out, the Knight will rise Officer.
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www. stichtingargus.nl 30 Sign of Crusader
www. stichtingargus.nl raise it to the level of the cap badge.
lower it to the level of the eyes.
pass it in front of the left eye,
www.stichtingargus.nl across to the front of the nght eye,
www. stichtingargus.nl make a slight pause and return to the ‘ carry~~
www. stichtingargus.nl 43. Grand Sign
www.stichtingargus.nl crossing the right foot over the left.
www. stichtingargus.nl rai sing the arms in a horizontal position
www.stichtingargus.nl palms to the froni.
www. stichtingargus.nl and slighily inclining the head over the left
shoulder.
in reverent allusion to the posture of our 5aviour
www. stichtingargus.nl at his crucifixion
www. stichtingargus.nl 43 Grand Grip
www.stichtingargus.nl interlacing the fingers of the opposite hands.
www. stichtingargus.nl and with the disengaged hand grasping the
www.stichtingargus.nl opposite elbow,
thus forming a crude representation of the skid!
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