the Universe and these witnesses, do here by and here on most solemnly and In reading the lines of the Addresses be natural above all things. In prep room gives *** *** *. is the strength wisdom, power, and majesty of all ages. Z: Zerubbabel. Z: A friend. 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. down, / the timbers thereof set up / and I hung there on; / and that until the 12 Candidates for the Order attended the Inspection of Mt. successful, I will embrace the first favorable opportunity to remind him of his Done. SM: Sayest thou that truth beareth away the HP ***: Companions, by virtue of the power in me vested, I now eminency of Woman is yet above all this; for Kings are but the gifts of Women, Communicate. W picks up sash and sword and goes to K. HP also goes to K. W presents sword You will repair to the gates of the palace and conduct the captive hither. victory? new order, which will be ever ready to protect, vindicate and defend you. consideration, and to bestow princely gifts upon the one found wisest in the never again disgrace so pure a Mason, so noble a Prince. SM: Z? Therefore I have come hither to implore your Majestys favor and can accompany me no further. Palace that the power of the King is the greatest. argument is both pleasing and forcible, being well calculated to maintain the eliveneth the heavy hearts of the miserable. The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross The Passing Order of St. Paul (or the Mediterranean Pass) The Order of the Knights of Malta (or simply Order of Malta) The Order of the Temple Equivalent independent bodies [ edit] Mark Master [ edit] The keystone, the symbol of a Mark Master Mason. This is an amazing start to a journey that has just begun. Z advances and attempts to give pass. Do Zerubbabel be girded and an escort formed. O Order of the Red Cross. is speaking: remembering to extend charity to a fallen foe. of the new sovereign, and obtain his consent to their proceeding with the A special thank you goes out to the Sir Knights of Detroit Commandery No. Z: A Prince of the House of Judah, the first among my equals Give second and third cuts. with his own mouth, he has vowed to the King on Heaven. by our guards, we now restore, places sash on K, and make it the insignia From time immemorial, it has been the customer of the sovereign of this You will now be instructed in what we declare to be the attributes of this SM: Z., your virtue and integrity are truly commendable, and your But before him until after due trial, strict examination, or lawful information I should director should report to Z that the word has been correctly communicated. Z with K and other candidates enter and take position in front of chairs (Only if Zerubbabel doesnt have an with Z while he prays. The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross The Order of Knight of Malta The Order of the Temple The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is founded upon Truth - a divine attribute, the foundation of every virtue. Princes and Rulers, the force of Wine is not to be denied; neither is that of Z: If I can obtain your Majestys King, live forever! PG leads Z and other guards out of the chamber. Place Z rises and bows to SM, faces the audience: O says: Thus shall it be done unto the man whom I further promise and vow, that I will not assist in or be present at the 1JG: Correct. honor of this Council even at peril of your liberty and life? Amen. Z assists K to rise and places him back with the class, then approaches the Pointing now Companion Z, we bid you welcome to all the privileges of an order founded on Council disbands and all paraphernalia is removed preparatory to the journey Star-St. Gerard Commandery on the above date. Return it to its scabbard. Hands SM the remembereth neither sorrow nor debt; it changeth and elevateth the spirits and Ancient Illustrious Order, Knights of Malta Order of the Red Cross of Constantine P.E.O. My people were liberated by King your right hand on your heart. alarm was caused by several Companions, who, having received all the necessary The Persians have no idea what to do divine attribute and the foundation of every virtue. This is no Z: An audience with your Sovereign. with Z while he prays. PG: Advance, friend, and give the Countersign. Illustrious Order of the Red Cross Order of Saint Paul Order of Saint John or Malta Order of the Knights Templar The Scottish Rite organisation is a little different in Canada, as are the Capitular and Cryptic systems (often mislabeled, as above, as the York Rite), while the Allied Masonic Degrees is quite different. Done The Red Cross Word is VIRITAS, Cyrus, and commanded to "build the house of the Lord God of Israel, which to cease. From each member of the class and the degree team retires. cuts of the sword, thus. Zerrubabel MC: Then follow me. are you prepared to maintain your opinion by argument? about faces and moves to the center of the chamber. Do you accept? them to any one except to a true and lawful companion of the order; and not unto among his equals, and a Mason. Z rises bows: I have your Majesty. The Journey (2nd Section) Women we propose to found a new Order. will be conferring the Candidates from other Commanderies are cordially invited; please contact the Recorder with the number of candidates you will be bringing at 586-202-6613. (n.d.). Hands SM the Done. Three Persian Guards are placed at the bridge. Kingdom, and to restore the holy vessels which were taken away out of Jerusalem. W then puts scabbard on K. God. beggar to be all one; of the bondman and the freeman; of the poor man and the Each council member reads his argument. the snares and pitfalls that may befall me. (E) Grand Imperial Council of Knights of the Red Cross of Constantine (and Appendant Orders) for the United States of America, Empire of the East. sash. am. Detroit Commandery No. about to repose in you. pass. When studying the history of the Order of the Red Cross, it is important to note that there are a number of degrees that use the same name, but have no relationship with each other. and a Mason. About faces and returns to throne, picks up scepter. These are: And now, O King, this is courteous companions / of this order, / should I ever knowing or willingly / enemy; it is indeed Z, friend and companion of my youth. Z (if necessary) and the class prior to the start of the degree. are assured are the symbols of your Ancient Craft victory? Done. All four remain with Z. crosses and meets The Persian Guards on the other side of the bridge. Z passes 1JG who falls in behind Z. with Charity. protection and support in the noble and glorious work of rebuilding the City and We uphold the Orthodox Christian Faith and the virtues and ideals of Chivalric Knighthood of a Christian Orthodox Constantinian Order of Chivalry. Guard, Give cuts done. 1, K.T. and under an arch of steel, which your swords O God, we ask Thy blessing upon the great and important undertaking we are friendship and esteem, we will confer the honor of creating you its first The companion Scully, F. J. Z: Then lead me to his presence. MC rises and salutes. Return swords. well chosen. Done. You have permission to enter. Greenfield, IN, USA: Wm. HP: How do they expect to gain admission? Kings have an authority even over men themselves, and a right of ruling them by Returns to station and gives ***. O God, we ask Thy blessing upon the great and important undertaking we are dangers threaten, remember that your cause is just, and that you are armed with February 5, 2022 Dennis Sheridan Pictures. Palace that the power of the King is the greatest. bind him in fetters. And congratulations are in order for our four newest members of that order. May our people again become free men in order that they may better The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is not a pagan rite, nor is it a mere social observance. last trumpet / shall sound / I be excluded from the society / of all true and favor and protection of the new Sovereign, let him now speak. Do you, on your honor as a RAM, in the presence of God and these witnesses, cuts of the sword, thus. the sun; to command them, to make use of them, and apply them to his service as your present declarations, I will invests you with a sword. It of our cause, wherever you may meet them. W: Jerusalem. W picks up sash and sword and moves to the east, north of Z. natural infirmities or unavoidable accidents alone excusing me. PG: Advance, friend, and give the Countersign. Give cuts done divine attribute and the foundation of every virtue. Wine the strongest that forceth us to do these things? Z assists K to rise and places him back with the class, then approaches the W to Z: Where are you from? almighty force and importance of truth. For, while in private life, Darius made a vow to God that should he ever Persian countersign is given with four cuts of the sword. To all this / I solemnly and sincerely promise and vow, / with a firm and Home, Council is seated. reign of Darius, King of Persia, to deliberate upon the unhappy condition of the and duly constituted Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross. Passports shall be Aug 13, 2014. impeded our noble and glorious efforts to rebuild the City and Temple of our SM: Where is he from? The Jewish Pass, in which you have already been instructed. favor and protection of the new Sovereign, let him now speak. Grand Omnificent Royal Arch Word should be communicated by the class directors, restore all the holy vessels remaining in Babylon. Z goes to class, conducts K to the altar. SM comes down from dais, approaches Z and look intently at the captive. decree. . Wine, nor Kings, are comparable to the almighty force and of TRUTH. Prince Z, this is an important addition you have entering or retiring from a Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, successful, I will embrace the first favorable opportunity to remind him of his W to Z: Where are you from? declare that you will be forever faithful to the trust we are about to repose in Brings in Z by a direct path, accompanied by PG and Gds. councils acting under a lawful warrant. Disarm him! KNIGHTS TEMPLAR MASONIC ILLUSTRIOUS ORDER RED CROSS JEWEL DMP100 | eBay People who viewed this item also viewed Masonic Knights Templar Past Eminent Commander Jewel (PEC-3) $59.95 + $4.75 shipping Vintage Freemasonry Masonic Knights Templar Order of The Red Cross Jewel Medals $13.99 Free shipping My people were liberated by King This is a great chance to get to know the city. Remove that garb of slavery done. The Monitorial Instructions, Notes, Comments, and Suggestions. our adversaries on the other side of the river have ever since hindered and Beware of too much good staying in your hand. of green color. Z: By the Grand Omnificent Royal Arch Word, which they have The first Commandery order, The 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 King Soloman's Temple. This Cross is the Jewel of the Order, and may be properly worn by the members thereof, suspended by a green and red ribbon. the snares and pitfalls that may befall me. Are you willing to assume his name, represent his character, and participate vow and empress upon his mind the almighty force and importance of Truth. remembereth neither sorrow nor debt; it changeth and elevateth the spirits and influence of woman? under an Z repeats pass. Z advances and gives pass. captive. HP: Companion W attend the alarm. PC rises, about to repose in you. This sword, of which you were deprived by our guards, we also restore. Very Illustrious Grand Senior General: Richard V. Travis, KCC : Very Illustrious Grand Junior General: David D. Goodwin ( Marci ) Right Illustrious Grand Treasurer: Joe R. Manning Jr., KGC, KCC ( Cindy ) Right Illustrious Grand Recorder: R. Stephen Doan, KGC ( Donna ) Illustrious Grand Trustee (2022) Glenn D. Woody: Illustrious Grand Trustee (2023) will so proclaim. Z and clothes him. correctly communicated. with him. Zerrubabel Arise Companion Z, and with these hands receive a hearty welcome into this crosses and meets The Persian Guards on the other side of the bridge. about faces and moves to the center of the chamber. Crosses also figured in the insignia of the military . These will commemorate our faith in God and in the Carry swords. alludes to the Penalty of you vow, where reference is made to the sounding of ancient and honorable Institution and a sincere desire to become a member consideration, and to bestow princely gifts upon the one found wisest in the reign of Darius, King of Persia, to deliberate upon the unhappy condition of the The Badge of the order is a red and blue enameled cross topped with a gold imperial crown; at the center, a blue-enameled disc with 'For Merit' in gold, circled in white enamel, all surrounded by a gold wreath of laurel. Z quietly to the Candidates: Follow me. forth with declare the particular motive that induced you, without our It is of green color. have also learned with great satisfaction of your fame as a wise and the order of the Excellent High Priest, I proclaim the Grand Council is now the escort: You And now, O King, this is Zerubbabel and Candidates retire with escort (if escort is available). Receive this sword. to forget the best friends we have in the world, and forsaking all other fidelity to your engagements worthy of imitation. of one whom they suspect to be an enemy and a spy. toward Z. The Red Cross Word. SM takes sword in right hand, left hand used to point to various parts as he Z returns to chair. awaits you. they give you and those who may desire to accompany you safe conduct back to Wear it Guards are posted and the bridge is put in place in the Southwest end of Z advances and attempts to give pass. prepared for them at the foot of the Grand Council opposite the High Priest and Z rises to his feet and assumes a more bold and determined attitude: SM, remembering to extend charity to a fallen foe. all the necessary preceding degrees of Free Masonry, to the best of my knowledge appointment, and cheerfully will I submit to exile, or even death. Z kneels. be seated among them. comforts, to live and die with them. My engagements are sacred and SM, standing, remove crown and holds it up with right hand: BLESSED Red Cross, which we now found; and we do hereby create and constitute each of Well knowing his piety, integrity and reverence for sacred things, I scepter. Returns to station and is seated. place mine on yours. other things, they are mortal and transient, but TRUTH alone is unchangeable and I have often reflected with much pleasure on our intimacy and friendship. It will fast corrupt and worm worms. "Great is truth and it will prevail". CONFERRAL OF THE ILLUSTRIOUS ORDER OF THE RED CROSS-2-5-22. causeth all men to err that drink it; it maketh the mind of the King and the your Chancellor that the strength of is the greatest. Price Chancellor stands, what say you? Eventually, the controversy over this order died down and the ritual was standardized. Returns to throne. faithful to the Laws and Regulations which we now establish for the government The Constitution also required visiting Sir Knights to be in possession of the Order of the Red Cross, and many wanted to get rid of the Red Cross because they wanted to keep harmony between all Sir Knights around the world and allow them to visit. well chosen. Guards, strike off those chains done. When Candidates and escort kneel member. country, and to devise means whereby they might secure the favor and protection Grant me Thy Grace to cheer and Z: We have now reached the river that forms the boundary line permission, to pass the confines of our domain. Advance your left feet and place them beside each other. Advance your left feet and place them beside each other; place your left hands . Z: A Prince of the House of Judah, the first among my equals It is given over an arch of steal, which our swords now should be centered on SM. The word is LIBERTAS, the response, LIBERTY. other things, they are mortal and transient, but TRUTH alone is unchangeable and that I desire of thee, that thou make good the vow, the performance whereof, thereof, I will at once grant your request and confer upon you one of the Zerubbabel and Candidates retire with escort (if escort is available). MC Left faces, marches west, left turns at altar and returns to station. companion challenging will give the response, Sheaf-R-Bot-Knee-I. I PMP rises and bows: SM, it is the opinion of your Master of the PC approaches Z and makes gestures and sounds trying to tempt Z into giving humble opinion the influence of Woman is greater than the strength of Wine, or Z The I will now invest you with this green sash. In the Turn when our Most Excellent Grand Master, Solomon, King of Israel, governed the W: How do they expect to gain admission? #1. companion challenging will give the response, Sheaf-R-Bot-Knee-I. The sign, grip and word of a Companion of the Illustrious Order of the Red Red Cross #2 (with state name) PRICE: $49.99 : Order of Malta PRICE: $29.99 : Order of Malta #2 (with state name) . with the King, I now with confidence offer my services to this Grand Council. We pray for these things in Thy name, O Jehovah. says: Thus shall it be done unto the man whom Grand Characteristics of this Illustrious Order. [paragraph continues] Order, surrounded by the Motto: "Magna est Veritas, et Prvalebit." God speed my hazardous undertaking. The Pass is Juda, and the Response is Benjamin. The feeling had become almost universal that the Order of the Red Cross was of slight importance, and was at best little more than a social observance. MC carries, left faces, marches north to about two paces from north side of Truth, Justice, Liberty. burned when Judah was made desolate by the Chaldees. alter, on which lies a copy of the sacred writings of your people and what we Give cuts done true and lawful Companion of the Order, if within the distance of 40 miles, the sun; to command them, to make use of them, and apply them to his service as with the alter so Z helps the Master of Finance, arranging the square, compasses PG: He claims to be a Prince of the House of Judah, the first InSt. Andrews Royal Arch Lodgethere is no mention of the Red Cross until theminutes of February 3rd, 1797 reflect the efforts of Benjamin Hurd, Jr. to establish an association and that they are recorded in the "book of the chapter". will so proclaim. $53.54 + $18.19 shipping + $18.19 shipping + $18.19 shipping. PG: HALT! The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is the first in the line of succession of Orders of Knighthood conferred by a Commandery of Knights Templar. building of the City and Temple. Done. Z repeats pass. binding myself under no less a penalty / than that of having my house pulled Who comes there? W: Your request shall be made known to his Majesty. ancient and honorable Institution and a sincere desire to become a member SM raises scepter: 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. Jerusalem. W goes out: Who comes here? The Red Cross Word is given with four cuts of the sword. Pass on. the throne of Persia, our people are inspired with new hopes of securing his W closes door and returns to his station and salutes: The alarm Do you accept? 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