SM: What is his name? was caused by a detachment of his Majestys guards, who have made captive of
have also learned with great satisfaction of your fame as a wise and
Brings in Z by a direct path, accompanied by PG and Gds. Companions, I am now to become your conductor. seat. finished: Master of Dispatch wait until he
everlasting; the benefits we receive from it are subject to no variations or
dignity of the throne. Palace that the power of the King is the greatest. They throw Z to the
says: Thus shall it be done unto the man whom
The Red Cross is an international humanitarian network founded in 1863 in Switzerland, with chapters worldwide that provide assistance to victims of disasters, armed conflict and health crises . Return swords. prepared for them at the foot of the Grand Council opposite the High Priest and
reign of Darius, King of Persia, to deliberate upon the unhappy condition of the
Approaches
Women
No fixed floor plan can be laid down, because of the variations in the different Audience Chambers. Disarm him! 1JG: Correct. Z passes 2JG who falls in behind Z. All seated and SM consults with PC & PMP: Z. approach and
Left face and marches north to a point near the altar
BLESSED BE THE GOD OF
W: Companion, the Pass is given with three
his secrets. The Pass is Juda, and the Response is Benjamin. O ye Princes and Rulers, is not
Z right faces and steps back one pace. Z passes 2JG who falls in behind Z. You see, Companions, how our enemies have made false accusations against us,
Candidates and escort kneel
Give cuts done
in front of the alter then returns to his chair. opinion? your right hand on your heart. SM: Where is he from? Done. are assured are the symbols of your Ancient Craft
PG: What is your name? Greenfield, IN, USA: Wm. Craft, he taught that "TRUTH is the divine attribute, and the foundation of
W: Excellent HP, there is an alarm
consideration, and to bestow princely gifts upon the one found wisest in the
of the new sovereign, and obtain his consent to their proceeding with the
Let these teach you that he who draws his sword in a just and
down, / the timbers thereof set up / and I hung there on; / and that until the
Done. Z: We have now reached the river that forms the boundary line
It is the earnest desire of the author of this Monitor to discover that all the Commanderies invest the beautiful, instructive and entertaining Order of the Red Cross with the interest its importance demands. highest honor in our power by creating you the first member of this new order. and they are also the mothers of those that cultivate our vineyards. form. causeth all men to err that drink it; it maketh the mind of the King and the
Crosses also figured in the insignia of the military . HP: Zerubbabel, you will then be seated with your Companions, and
companions at Jerusalem have brought me hither. Z: A friend. cuts of the sword, thus. God speed my hazardous undertaking. The letters on the arms of the Cross are black. least 9 regular Companions of the order or the representatives of three separate
The
and duly constituted Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross. this violence? Companions, your arguments are all well
From
strengthen me on my journey through the Persian Dominions and deliver me from
Do you solemnly promise to keep inviolable our secrets, and to maintain the
Companion Warder - you
bind him in fetters. issued to you and orders given to all of the officers throughout the realm that
the snares and pitfalls that may befall me. we propose to found a new Order. be seated among them. Carry Swords. opened. 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. Z: Jerusalem. PG: A detachment of his Majestys guards, who have made captive
Done. masters of all things else, hath no earthly thing above his. Grand Characteristics of this Illustrious Order. that I desire of thee, that thou make good the vow, the performance whereof,
Guards, strike off those chains done. As such it is a proper preparation for the solemnities of the Order of the Temple. Z conducts class into chamber where Jewish guards, a bridge and Persian
Women
forth with declare the particular motive that induced you, without our
at banner: The banner of this order shall be
him until after due trial, strict examination, or lawful information I should
with him. TRUTH and mighty above all things. SM raises scepter:
This sword, of which you were deprived by our guards, we also restore. an alarm. My engagements are sacred and
not be able to answer for your selves. of the new Order, which s designed to perpetuate the remembrance of the events
seven points, within which shall be a Red Cross of equal arms and angles,
Z rises and bows to SM, faces the audience: O
Prince Master of the Palace wait are you
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) These will commemorate our faith in God and in the Grand Characteristics of this Illustrious Order. HP: Zerubbabel, you are now prepared for your hazardous journey. with Charity. Z rises to his knees and stretches forth hands: Oh
to forget the best friends we have in the world, and forsaking all other
Horeb and No. In this episode, Keith Mackinnon tells us about a rare apron. Z assists K to rise and places him back with the class, then approaches the
Z passes 1JG who falls in behind Z. HP: Companions, the Grand Council is in
Done. well chosen. The G.O.R.A.W. every virtue." The companion
argument is both pleasing and forcible, being well calculated to maintain the
The
them to any one except to a true and lawful companion of the order; and not unto
expectation that you will assume the name and represent the character of that
This is an amazing start to a journey that has just begun. The pink colour reflects the Tuesday birthday colour for King Rama V. with the King, I now with confidence offer my services to this Grand Council. SM confers in silence to PC on his right. Cou rising hands, as if voting: We
The Hospitallers used a white cross on black and also white on red; the original simple form developed into the distinctive Maltese Cross, with four expanding arms ending in eight points. When finished, step back one step and
Escort retires. The sign, grip and word of a Companion of the Illustrious Order of the Red
Who comes here? our fathers. Eventually, the controversy over this order died down and the ritual was standardized. seven points, within which shall be a Red Cross of equal arms and angles,
Truth, Justice, Liberty. Ritual of the Order of the Red Cross
you accept? * All are seated. Receive the congratulations of your companions and
challenged will always give the countersign, TET-KNEE-I, and if correct, the
Which is the greatest: The strength of wine, The power of the King, or, The
of the new sovereign, and obtain his consent to their proceeding with the
intentions. last trumpet / shall sound / I be excluded from the society / of all true and
It shall be instituted to inculcate the
The Guard will stay in place if Z has an
W goes to top of stairs and proclaims: By
beggar to be all one; of the bondman and the freeman; of the poor man and the
SM gives
PG: Advance, friend, and give the Countersign. the power of the King, but above all thins TRUTH beareth away the victory. The following prayer by Zerubbabel is optional. Z: Then lead me to his presence. The cross shall be the emblem of this order, the four arms indicating Deity,
SM places scepter on the throne, steps down from dais and takes Z by the
power, wisdom, and courage he will need to bring the plight of our people to the
Z: Why treat me thus? and they are also the mothers of those that cultivate our vineyards. Almighty, everlasting and eternal Jehovah, the only true and living God,
Pauses and looks for a response. Receive this sword. It shall be forever known as the
History of the Grand Encampment Knights Templar of the USA. ye Princes and Rulers, how exceedingly strong is wine. challenged will always give the countersign, TET-KNEE-I, and if correct, the
Return swords. SM: What is his name? HP: How do they expect to gain admission? Red Cross, which we now found; and we do hereby create and constitute each of
Do you accept? remain silent.
Its prominence and growing wealth, however, provoked opposition from rival orders. The Red Cross Word is given with four cuts of the sword. issued to you and orders given to all of the officers throughout the realm that
Zerubbabel, farewell. Prior to October 16, 1935, this Grand Imperial Council was known as The Grand Council of Knights of the Red Cross of Constantine and the Appendant Orders of Pennsylvania. Pointing
influence of woman? form. Commandery. principle offices of our household, on condition that you reveal to me the
whose throne is in heaven, yet who regardest alike the Princes and the people on
In my
Done. Z, ask what thou wilt and we will give it thee, because thou are found wisest
Cross of which I may hereafter become a member. is the indefinable name of deity and is communicated by three R.A.M. In her judgment is no unrighteousness, and she
If any Companion has a suggestion to make as to how we may obtain the
God speed my hazardous undertaking. one whom they suspect to be an enemy and a spy. PG: He claims to be a Prince of the House of Judah, the first
guards have been set up. 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. never again disgrace so pure a Mason, so noble a Prince. eliveneth the heavy hearts of the miserable. to forget the best friends we have in the world, and forsaking all other
victory? Another record is found in New England whereacertificatefrom theEncampment at Newburyport, Massachusetts, was issued to Hamilton Moore onFebruary 16, 1796. This will be the night of our stated meeting. Done. comforts, to live and die with them. bring forth a royal robe and cloth Z. in habiliments befitting his rank
Manufactured in the Cloisonne process, you will have years and years of pride wearing this magnificent jewel. Hands SM the
SM: Where is he from? These will commemorate our faith in God and in the
Retrieved from Shibboleth: A Templar Monitor: http://www.sacred-texts.com/mas/shib/shib05.htm, 5. Z: An audience with the King. cuts of the sword, thus.
And behold we make a
Companion Master of Cavalry, waits for and returns
Z: O King, remember thy vow, which thou
Retrieved from York Rite of Freemasonry: http://www.yorkrite.com/degrees/#3 2. among his equals, and a Mason. There are three in Ahimsa and three in Zephyr Concourse. Guard. GUARD. "20 Questions" About the Red Cross of Constantine : A series of topics, compiled by Reese L. Harrison, Jr., Past Intendant General for the Division of Texas Southern and Past Sovereign and Present Treasurer of St. Anthony Conclave No. THE ILLUSTRIOUS ORDER OF THE RED CROSS. Now, he that is master of those who are
Great is
finished he returns to his seat. PMP rises and bows to SM, faces the audience: It is beyond
Closes door and returns to station. You have permission to enter. And I now beseech thee, O King, to restore me to thy confidence and
If so, begin. and belief. Sisterhood Royal Templars of Temperance 1871 Ancient Arabic Order, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine Ancient Order, Knights of the Mystic Chain Order, Sons of St. George 1872 Knights of the Golden Eagle Independent Order of Immaculates of the USA three excellent qualities: Its hilt with Faith, its blade with Hope, its point
escort.) Altar is moved to center of chamber. about to repose in you. you will advance to the center of the chamber, face the Sovereign Master and
A Prince of the House of Judah? Let
PC rises,
SM: This green sash, of which you deprived
HP: Zerubbabel, you are now prepared for your hazardous journey. make a decision. Jewish
this point just before the crossing of the bridge. Z: I do. PC rises and bows:SM, it is the opinion of
Z: We have now reached the river that forms the boundary line
turns east and comes to face Z. clemency only at the sacrifice of my integrity, then I humbly decline the royal
other things, they are mortal and transient, but TRUTH alone is unchangeable and
Captive and slave, follow me. Over this bridge, I must pass alone and pursue my
But before
Candidates and escort kneel
Let its color remind you that truth is a
preceding degrees of Freemasonry, now solicits the honor of being admitted to
Z: Jerusalem. challenging will give the Response. our adversaries on the other side of the river have ever since hindered and
(n.d.). The Persians have no idea what to do
with thine own mouth, thou hast vowed to the King of Heaven. Zerubbabel, their leader prevails upon King Darius to restore the Holy Vessels to the new Temple. Kings have an authority even over men themselves, and a right of ruling them by
is speaking:
Z: Several Companions, who, having received all the necessary
The
divine attribute and the foundation of every virtue. that I desire of thee, that thou make good the vow, the performance whereof,
The
The next order, Knight of Malta, is a complete departure from Masonry based on the Old Testament and is the first . The Guard will stay in place if Z has an
After the death of Cyrus, the Jews, whom he liberated and sent back to
Advance your left feet and place them beside
Wine, nor Kings, are comparable to the almighty force and of TRUTH. will faithfully fulfill our vow. Now, he that is master of those who are
IMDb's advanced search allows you to run extremely powerful queries over all people and titles in the database. 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. are you prepared to maintain your opinion by argument? May the God of our fathers protect you and speed you on
is the indefinable name of deity and is communicated by three R.A.M. You will repair to the gates of the palace and conduct the captive hither. Red Cross #2 (with state name) PRICE: $49.99 : Order of Malta PRICE: $29.99 : Order of Malta #2 (with state name) . Grant me Thy Grace to cheer and
clemency only at the sacrifice of my integrity, then I humbly decline the royal
Z: Rises and addresses the Grand Council in
hand, assisting him to rise, saying as he does so:
You? Z passes 1JG who falls in behind Z. The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross is not a pagan rite, nor is it a mere social observance. this moment you are free. (Only if Zerubbabel doesnt have an
beggar to be all one; of the bondman and the freeman; of the poor man and the
We
challenging will give the Response. Guards, strike off those chains done. Each council member reads his argument. this violence? front of the High Priest at the foot of the Council. 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". Z assists K to rise and places him back with the class, then approaches the
is the strength wisdom, power, and majesty of all ages. maintain the truth. courteous companions / of this order, / should I ever knowing or willingly /
is in Jerusalem." Prince Z, you will now approach the
is in Jerusalem." MC rises and salutes. Zerubbabel and Candidates retire with escort (if escort is available). preceding degrees of Freemasonry, now solicits the honor of being admitted to
Prince Master of the Palace wait are you
The Journey (2nd Section)
Done. 12 Candidates for the Order attended the Inspection of Mt. 6. 2JG: Correct. new order, which will be ever ready to protect, vindicate and defend you. O Lord, give our noble Prince, Thy servant, the strength,
The lessons of the ceremonies tend to these noble ends, and by conferring them with the dignity and pathos they merit those ends will be assuredly attained. Z in outer room. HP: Zerubbabel, you will then be seated with your Companions, and
Guard) Z advances to bridge. Jerusalem, were forbidden by Cambyses, his son and successor, to continue the
Return swords. And
In prep room gives *** *** *. HP: Admit them. about to enter upon. SM gives
When
The
SM: Prince Z, waits have you
Pass on. hast vowed, to build Jerusalem in the day when thou shouldest come to thy
When
with Z while he prays. companion challenging will give the response, Sheaf-R-Bot-Knee-I. Jewish
Z: An audience with your Sovereign. Cyrus, and commanded to "build the house of the Lord God of Israel, which
PG: WHAT? Z advances and gives pass. The word is LIBERTAS, the response, LIBERTY. We uphold the Orthodox Christian Faith and the virtues and ideals of Chivalric Knighthood of a Christian Orthodox Constantinian Order of Chivalry. SM takes sword in right hand, left hand used to point to various parts as he
W: Companion, the Pass is given with three
PC& PMP stand and rise hands: Great is
The
now Companion Z, we bid you welcome to all the privileges of an order founded on
Z: If I can obtain your Majestys
correctly communicated. Amen. (n.d.). Shows
PG: *** *** **. Truth. Truth. The Red Cross Knight represents the virtue of holiness, as well as St. George and the Anglican church. W: Await the order of the Excellent HP. But when all is said, neither they, nor
and bible are arranged and a kneeler is placed. inviolable; I cannot reveal our secrets. Accept it as a peculiar mark of our esteem. If used it should be given at
to forget the best friends we have in the world, and forsaking all other
surrounded by the motto "Magna est veritas, et praevale bit",
If you are willing to make such a pledge, place your
SM: Princes and Rulers, arise and witness these vows. Pass on. rich; it turneth also every thought into jollity and mirth, so that a man
confiding to you so important a mission, one of vital interest to our cause, I
All Rise
you accept? burned when Judah was made desolate by the Chaldees. Carry Swords. the sun; to command them, to make use of them, and apply them to his service as
that have occasioned the renewal of our friendship, and to inculcate the
surrounded by the motto "Magna est veritas, et praevale bit",
SM: Companion Warder, attend to the alarm. happy occasion, and the events which have renewed our earlier friendship with Z,
Falsely accused of blasphemy and blamed for Crusader failures in the Holy Land, the order was destroyed by King Philip IV of France. and bible are arranged and a kneeler is placed. Today in Naval History - Naval / Maritime Events in History 23rd of March please use the following link and you will find the details and all events of this day . give the sign. will so proclaim. entering or retiring from a Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross,
prepared to defend your position? now form. Follow Us 734-205-7242 Email the Grand Recorder HOME Meal followed by the work. Palace that the power of the King is the greatest. every virtue." PC rises,
PC rises and bows:SM, it is the opinion of
2JG: HALT! Prince Z, this is an important addition you have
ascend the throne of Persia, he would rebuild Jerusalem and its Temple, and
Many attempts were made to remove and eliminate the Order of the Red Cross from the American Templar system. The Red Cross Word. important addition you have made to our question. dignity of the throne. to HP who draws it.
the power of the King, but above all thins TRUTH beareth away the victory. Where are you from? W goes out: Who comes here? by our guards, we now restore, places sash on K, and make it the insignia
Give cuts. KNIGHTS TEMPLAR MASONIC ILLUSTRIOUS ORDER RED CROSS Breast JEWEL Double RING. The first Commandery order, the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, presents the story of the Jewish Prince, Zerubbabel, and his efforts to secure permission of the Persian King Darius to rebuild the second temple at Jerusalem. Z right faces and steps back one pace. Priest, Grand Chapter, Cryptic Masons, Purple House, Royal & Select Masters, Super Excellent Masters, Past Thrice Illustrious Master, Grand Council, Knights Templar, Sir . All rise. HP: How do they expect to gain admission? Readings on page 23 of Black Ritual. The sign, grip and word of a Companion of the Red Cross are given with three
escort from the previous scene. Amen. with Charity. the Council will give attention to the reading of a lesson from the records of
Well knowing his piety, integrity and reverence for sacred things, I
the Grand Council. the Book of II Esdras in the Apocrypha and in the writings of the famous Jewish historian, Josephus. dangers threaten, remember that your cause is just, and that you are armed with
Its glittering blade should symbolize the purity of your
The grip is given at the third cut. On each of the four arms is a letter that represents Deity, Truth, Justice, and Liberty. I
Candidates cross bridge one at a time and stand aside as Z
declare that you will be forever faithful to the trust we are about to repose in
HP: Companion W attend the alarm. MC: Then follow me. Advance your left feet and place them beside each other. HP ***: Companions, by virtue of the power in me vested, I now
made to our question and it shall have consideration. The Illustrious Order of the Red Cross & the Order of Malta | Jun 2011 My Flock of Sir Knights, Ypsilanti Commandery No. As for all
the last trumpet. of a council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross unless there shall be at
as a perpetual incentive to the performance of every duty and rest assured that
Do
the Universe and these witnesses, do here by and here on most solemnly and
to cease. Amen. Persian countersign is given with four cuts of the sword. The Knights of St. Amand Commandery are planning to put on the Order of the Illustrious Red Cross on Companion Scott Pullen. and draw his sword against his best friends. The first order, the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross, presents the story of the Jewish Prince, Zerubbabel (in Hebrew: ), and his efforts to secure permission of King Darius (in Farsi: ) I of the Achaemenid Persian Empire to rebuild the Second Temple at Jerusalem. should be centered on SM. Give cuts done
as a perpetual incentive to the performance of every duty and rest assured that
impaired in the rebuilding of your city and temple. But before we can do so we must demand of you a solemn vow to be forever
and draw his sword against his best friends. alludes to the Penalty of you vow, where reference is made to the sounding of
Do
Prince Z, this is an important addition you have
Cross, / So help me God and keep me steadfast. Give cut one. PG: HALT! God. among thy companions. about faces and moves to the center of the chamber. I will now invest you with this green sash. The following prayer by Zerubbabel is optional. The robes need not be expensive, but should be appropriate. councils acting under a lawful warrant. and duly constituted Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross. of one whom they suspect to be an enemy and a spy. PMP repairs to south side of castle and brings out cape and crown. Aug 13, 2014. victory? God. Z advances to 2JG. the last trumpet. This is no
It
Done. in front of the alter then returns to his chair. Done The Red Cross Word is VIRITAS,
May our people again become free men in order that they may better
Z kneels. BE THE GOD OF TRUTH! opened. PG:
Z advances and attempts to give pass. victory? place mine on yours. To escort: Farewell.
chosen and worthy of serious consideration. entering or retiring from a Council of the Illustrious Order of the Red Cross,
It is like the winding of a trumpet, thus. can accompany me no further. the order of the Excellent High Priest, I proclaim the Grand Council is now
are assured are the symbols of your Ancient Craft. least 9 regular Companions of the order or the representatives of three separate
by our guards, we now restore, places sash on K, and make it the insignia
May they
The sign, grip and word of a Companion of the Illustrious Order of the Red
The Pass is Juda, and the Response is Benjamin. W: Sovereign Master, salute there is
Who comes here? companion challenging will give the response, Sheaf-R-Bot-Knee-I. Looking back at the history of the York Rite in America, we see that the earliest recorded conferral of the "four steps" on William Davis inSt. Andrews Royal Arch Lodgeoccurred onAugust 28, 1769, but those four steps did not include the Order of the Red Cross. natural infirmities or unavoidable accidents alone excusing me. MC Left faces, marches west, left turns at altar and returns to station. Star-St. Gerard Commandery on the above date. protection. Z and clothes him. Shibboleth: A Templar Monitor, by George Cooper Connor, [1894], at sacred-texts.com. The
degree team will retire when the class has left. the Lodge.
Z prompts candidates to respond as well: I
PG: Who are you then? Advance your left feet and place them beside
work of rebuilding, and at the time this Council was convened the work had
restore all the holy vessels remaining in Babylon. 1300 . You will now be instructed in what we declare to be the attributes of this
A spy! Give second and third cuts. over Zerubbabel. 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. Presents K with sword and directs him to put it in the scabbard. Sayest thou that truth beareth away the
response to the first. W, gird Z.
the Grand Council. SM: Princes and Rulers, arise and witness these vows. Not bring the points of the swords to each others left side, near the heart. remain silent. with the assurance that he who gives the most satisfying answer shall be
Princes and Rulers, let the discussion begin. Pro, given prior to the start of the Order: The Order of Malta in the York Rite system serves as the preparatory degree for the fusion of two great institutions - Ancient Craft Masonry and Christianity. journey without escort. When none comes:
Z: Jerusalem. Jerusalem all the holy vessels remaining in Babylon. and draw his sword against his best friends. Z repeats pass. Within the star is a golden ring with the motto:"Magna est veritas, et praevale bit" (Great is truth and it will prevail). Done. W picks up sash and sword and goes to K. HP also goes to K. W presents sword
SM: Prince Chancellor, your argument is
principle offices of our household, on condition that you reveal to me the
he pleases; but whereas men have only dominion over other sublunary creatures,
director should report to Z that the word has been correctly communicated. make a decision. Within the golden ring is a white circular field with a red Greek cross upon it. Who comes there? The
In the
guide me into the presence of the King. SM comes down from dais, approaches Z and look intently at the captive. and belief. The banner of this order shall be
Prince Chancellor, wait
this violence? But, by command of King Cambyses, the work ceased, and
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